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Criteria and processes for terminating city contracts with problematic providers

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    Council Member Julie Won inquires about the criteria and processes for terminating city contracts with problematic providers. Commissioner Molly Wasow Park explains DSS's approach to handling issues with contracted organizations.

    • Park emphasizes that cases are evaluated on a situational basis
    • DSS has a range of tools to address issues, including:
      • Terminating contracts in extreme cases
      • Driving organizational change, as in the Bronx Parent case
      • Implementing corrective action plans
      • Using enhanced review processes for invoice reviews
      • Working with DOI to place monitors in some instances
    • The commissioner stresses the importance of balancing accountability with recognizing the value of community-based organizations
    • DSS aims to help providers succeed both in financial accountability and quality of services, using contract termination as a last resort