Audit Reveals NYC Overpaid Millions to Migrant Shelter Contractor DocGo

Comptroller's report finds $4.7M in unallowed payments and inadequate documentation in early contract period

NYC paid $1.7M for nearly 10,000 nights of unused hotel rooms and over $2M for unapproved security guards.
Audit claims 80% of the initial $13.8M paid to DocGo lacked proper documentation or was not allowable under the contract.
City Comptroller Brad Lander calls for the recovery of millions and criticizes the Adams administration’s fiscal oversight.
Mayor Adams' office defends actions, citing emergency response needs and subsequent implementation of new safeguards.
DocGo's contract faced scrutiny for health and safety issues, leading to state investigations and CEO resignation.