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« Lead-trial jury done for day after returning to deliberations | Today | Beacon hiring Giuliani's firm to review allegations » February 16, 2006Carcieri outlines 'Big Audit' savingsPROVIDENCE - Governor Carcieri claimed today that a spending review he implemented nearly three years ago will save the state $143 million by the end of this fiscal year and $490 million by the end of fiscal 2010. Carcieri, who is running for rel-election this year, called a press conference to highlight the accomplishments of his "Big Audit," which, he says, focuses on cutting costs, improving efficiencies and reducing waste. Carcieri said a "fiscal fitness" team of state employees examined 28 separate departments and agencies. The team's recommendations have resulted in improved purchasing practices and better contracts, according to the governor. He said savings have included centralizing such areas as human resources, information technology, state facilities and legal services. A new program that requires tax scofflaws to pay outstanding taxes before receiving a driver's license or professional license provided $8 million in new revenues in fiscal year 2005 and is expected to provide another $6 million in fiscal 2006, according to Carcieri. Posted by Jack Perry CommentsNice words. Show us what you saved. Posted by: Joe Ritchie at February 17, 2006 11:03 AM Well he better think again about letting the Indian Casino in West Warwick in. The people that lose their jobs will need to work someplace!!!!!!!!! Posted by: frani at February 17, 2006 11:15 AM |
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