Citizen Watchdog with Todd Zinser

• Dissecting Cincinnati's $8.1 million Settlement

  In this episode, Citizen Watchdog Todd Zinser discusses the recent $8.1 million settlement approved by the Cincinnati City Council regarding a class action lawsuit stemming from the protests following George Floyd's death. He examines the public's reaction, the council's handling of the situation, and the broader implications for law and order in the community.Chapters00:00 Cincinnati's $8.1 Million Settlement Overview11:49 Public Reaction and City Council's Response17:06 Implications for Law and OrderTakeawaysThe $8.1 million settlement was approved by the Cincinnati City Council.Public outrage stemmed from the perception that the city was rewarding rioters.The council's due diligence in the settlement process was questioned.There was a significant disparity between the city's settlement and the county's penalty.The tactics used by police during the protests were scrutinized in the lawsuit.The settlement reflects a broader trend seen in cities across the country.The city opted for a settlement to avoid a potentially larger jury award.Public communication about the settlement was poorly managed.The council's lack of thorough questioning raised concerns about accountability.The situation highlights ongoing tensions between law enforcement and community relations.

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• Inside the City's Lead Pipe Scandal

  Join us on Citizen Watchdog with Todd Zinser as we unravel the complexities of the city's lead service line replacement program, which has been running for several years. This episode uncovers startling revelations from a recent audit that found significant mishandling of the scrap lead pipes, intended for recycling, that mysteriously went missing over a five-year period. We explore the implications of this oversight, the environmental hazards it might pose, and the city's accountability in ensuring proper disposal of these potentially toxic materials. We'll also discuss the procedures the city employed to protect workers, but question whether these measures are sufficient or merely scratching the surface of a much larger issue.

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• Fraud Indicators in the WIC Program

  Could Cincinnati transform its city services by handing over the reins of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program to Hamilton County? Tune in as Todd Zinser dissects the historical and financial intricacies of Cincinnati's administration of this vital nutrition initiative. With a substantial $3.5 million budget in play, Todd grapples with the perplexing lack of transparency in fund allocation between city and county residents. The deep dive zeroes in on the alarming gaps in the internal audit, revealing a failure to meet Generally Accepted Government Accounting Standards (GAGAS) and exposing weak internal controls over EBT cards, crucial for program integrity.

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• Holding Leaders Accountable in Cincinnati

  What if your neighborhood was quietly being reshaped by unregulated group homes, or if the seniors in your community were living in appalling conditions? In our latest episode, we pull back the curtain on a host of pressing issues facing our city, starting with the growing concern over group homes in East and West Price Hill.We also examine the shift in how schools manage truancy, moving from truant officers to innovative absence intervention teams.Our journey doesn't stop there. We tackle the complex world of government contracts and grants, focusing on identifying and preventing fraud, waste, and abuse. This conversation is not just about oversight; it's about empowering you, our listeners, to play a pivotal role in ensuring accountability. Visit my Facebook page or www.cincinnatiwatchdog.com to share any insights or information you might have.

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• Breaking down Mayor Aftab's "Accomplishments"

  Is Mayor Aftab Purval over-hyping his achievements ? Join Todd Zinser as he unravels the truth behind his claimed milestones in Cincinnati. From the largest infrastructure grant in U.S. history to groundbreaking financial programs, Todd scrutinizes the reality of these declarations. Was the credit for the Brent Spence Bridge grant truly earned, or are we seeing a puffed-up narrative? And those so-called "baby bonds"—are they really what they seem, or just 529 savings accounts with a misleading label? Todd lays it all out, from grant funding discrepancies to the complexities of city finances managed by nonprofits, inviting you to question the transparency of it all.Todd sifts through promises of 40,000 new housing units and bold zoning changes. Are these goals feasible, or just political smoke and mirrors? Todd's critical eye also lands on the hefty millions poured into public safety upgrades—will these truly translate into safer neighborhoods? Lastly, Todd tackles crime prevention initiatives like Act for Cincy, pondering their real impact in the absence of concrete results. 

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