An audit of the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) found the MDC spent over $1.23 million to reintroduce thirty-nine elk into Missouri and discussed the elk restoration project in closed sessions, which was not allowed by the Sunshine Law. The audit also questioned the MDC’s sole source procurement whereby a retired former employee will receive at least $155,000 to write a book about Missouri rivers and streams.
To view the complete report, Citizens Summary and audit rating scale, visit http://www.auditor.mo.gov/press/2011-120.htm