Program Description

  Legislative Oversight

The Office of Legislative Oversight (OLO) conducts program evaluations, base budget reviews, and other special studies in accordance with a Council-approved work program. OLO studies the effectiveness of legislation enacted by the Council and makes findings and recommendations concerning the performance, management, and operation of programs and functions for which funds are approved or appropriated by the Council. In addition, OLO is the designated administrator for the Council's audit contracts, as required under Section 315 of the County Charter, and is responsible for preparing economic, racial equity and social justice, and climate impact statements for all proposed County legislation. Also, OLO is responsible for preparing racial equity and social justice impact statements for zoning text amendments.