Overview
In addition to conducting program evaluations and policy research, OPPAGA serves as the contract manager for outsourced projects when directed to do so by the presiding officers, substantive law, or appropriations proviso. Such projects include a range of topics, from statewide to agency-specific to local government programs and issues.
Discretionary Sales Surtax Performance Audits
Section 212.055(11), Florida Statutes, directs OPPAGA to procure an independent certified public accountant to conduct a performance audit of the county or school district program associated with any referendum to adopt or amend a discretionary sales surtax under s. 212.055, Florida Statutes.
Special District Performance Reviews
Section 189.0695, Florida Statutes, directs OPPAGA to conduct performance reviews of each independent special fire control district located in a rural area of opportunity as well as all independent mosquito control districts, all soil and water conservations districts, and neighborhood improvement districts. The statute authorizes OPPAGA to procure a contractor to complete the reviews.
Other Reviews
Policy 12.3(8) of the Florida Legislature's Joint Policies and Procedures of the Presiding Officers, notes that contract management for program evaluation and policy research is a key OPPAGA function.
Reports
Discretionary Sales Surtax Performance Audits
Fiscal Year 2018-19
Fiscal Year 2019-20
Fiscal Year 2020-21
Fiscal Year 2022-23
Fiscal Year 2024-25
Special District Performance Reviews
Special District Performance Review Fact Sheet
Fiscal Year 2023-24
Mosquito Control District Profile Data
Fiscal Year 2024-25
Soil and Water Conservation District Executive Summary
Fiscal Year 2025-26
Neighborhood Improvement District Executive Summary
Other Reviews
Fiscal Year 2018-19
Fiscal Year 2019-20
Fiscal Year 2021-22