"Through a massive Open Records project, WTHR scrutinized nearly 1.7 million expenditures in Indiana's general ledger and then examined more than 18,000 purchase orders, receipts, travel authorizations and expense reports for the in-depth investigation.
"WTHR's analysis revealed state agencies had purchased millions of dollars in overpriced and unnecessary office furniture; luxury travel to expensive resorts and spas; and promotional trinkets such as paper weights, golf ball markers and potato chip clips -- all at taxpayer expense.
"The investigations (and the public reaction that followed) got immediate results. Within weeks, state officials established an executive-level spending review committee and implemented new policies that have already saved Hoosier taxpayers more than $4 million. "--2009 Peabody Awards entry form.
Corporate Producers: WTHR (Television station : Indianapolis, Ind.)
Persons Appearing: Bob Segall
Broadcast Date: 2009-04-30 -- 2009-12-24
