Ayes, 4 - Senators
Hansen, Decker, Baumgart and Harsdorf.
Noes, 1 - Senator
A. Lasee.
David Hansen
Chairperson
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State of Wisconsin
Legislative Audit Bureau
February 21, 2002
The Honorable, The Legislature:
We have completed a review of the activities of the Technology for Educational Achievement in Wisconsin (TEACH) Board, as requested by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee. In fiscal year (FY) 2000-01, the TEACH Board spent $61.3 million, including $44.4 million in general purpose revenue, on programs to invest in educational technology equipment and to train teachers and others in the use of educational technology.
The TEACH Board is following its statutory mandate to support the development of educational technology in Wisconsin. TEACH Board programs are strongly supported by K-12 school districts and other educational agencies, and the TEACH Board has provided a significant amount of funding since its creation in the 1997-1999 biennial budget. Despite TEACH Board efforts to increase reporting, limited information is available on how funds have been used and on program effectiveness, We have included a number of questions the Legislature may wish to address as it considers reporting requirements for K-12 school districts, the effect of new technology on TEACH Board programs, and the level of support to be provided for the programs in the future.
We appreciate the cooperation and courtesy extended to us by TEACH Board management and staff. The response of the TEACH Board's Executive Director is Appendix 4.
Sincerely,
Janice Mueller
State Auditor
Medical College of Wisconsin
February 14, 2002
The Honorable, The Senate:
Enclosed is the biennial report of the Medical College of Wisconsin, prepared according to the statutory requirement under section 13.106. This report covers the period ending June 30, 2001, and contains information in the following areas:
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Minority student recruitment policies and programs
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Number of minority students enrolled
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Number and percentages of Wisconsin residents enrolled
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Average faculty salaries compared to national averages
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Development of cooperative educational programs with other institutions throughout the state
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Placement of graduates of doctor of medicine and residency training programs
Please feel free to contact me at (414) 456-8217 if you have any questions or would like additional information.
Sincerely,
Donna K. Gissen
Assistant Vice President
Planning and Government Affairs
Relating to soil and water resource management.
Submitted by Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.
Report received from Agency, February 20, 2002.
Referred to committee on Environmental Resources, February 22, 2002.
Relating to the number of required semester credits in land surveying for an applicant applying with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
Submitted by Department of Regulation and Licensing.
Report received from Agency, February 20, 2002.
Referred to committee on Universities, Housing, and Government Operations, February 22, 2002.
Relating to the issuance of driver's licenses and identification cards.
Submitted by Department of Transportation.
Report received from Agency, February 20, 2002.
Referred to committee on Insurance, Tourism, and Transportation, February 22, 2002.
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The committee on Universities, Housing, and Government Operations reports and recommends:
Relating to mobile home park permit fees.
No action taken.
Relating to auditing standards, standards for accounting and review services, and standards for attestation engagements.
No action taken.
Mark Meyer
Chairperson
