The governor does not oversee the DOC. No, that would be the job of the executive director. Yes, he answers to Hickenlooper, but Hickenlooper is not involved in the day-to-day operations of the prison, which might explain why his name is not mentioned in this article. The U.S. Supreme Court can tell the DOC what to do or not to do, thus, it's a wonder you're not saying that the Supreme Court is asking for the money. Are you simple?