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Debate on capping executive compensation for shelter providers

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4 min

Council Member Diana I. Ayala and city officials engage in a debate about the possibility and challenges of capping executive compensation for shelter providers. The discussion highlights the complexities of implementing such a cap and the legal obstacles involved.

  • Council Member Ayala argues for a cap on executive compensation, especially for providers solely contracting with DHS
  • Officials explain the challenges of implementing a cap due to indirect cost rates and multiple funding sources
  • Discussion of past attempts to regulate executive compensation at the state level and legal challenges faced
  • Emphasis on addressing inappropriate behavior and misuse of funds through other means, such as related party transaction policies