Discussion
The recommended write-off for FY 2003/2004 is $400,928.93. The amount is slightly higher than the amount of the write-off approved by your Board for fiscal year 2002-03 for $265,680.69.
The Human Services Agency accounts totaling $400,928.93 are all under $10,000 and represent debts for Welfare Assistance over-payments. Over-payments can occur when clients incorrectly or fraudulently report their status or earnings. These amounts are being written off due to their age, and all attempts at collections have been exhausted. These include initial Human Services Agency billings, Revenue Services collection efforts, and the use of the State and Federal income tax intercept program.
Pursuant to the Terms of Government Code section 25258(b), the names of the assesses or persons liable and the amounts owed by each is incorporated by reference in this application are permanently maintained in the office of the Board of Supervisors for the County of San Mateo.
By signature above, we hereby verify, on information and belief, that the facts stated herein are true and correct.
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