The Albuquerque Public Schools Audit Committee meeting on September 23, 2025, focused on a crucial status update regarding the district's external audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Chief Financial Officer Renette Apodaca and representatives from CliftonLarsonAllen provided insights into the ongoing audit process, highlighting significant progress made in reviewing financial statements and sample selections.

Apodaca emphasized that while there is still work to be done, the team is on track to meet deadlines. Sheila Quintana Felosa, a CPA from CliftonLarsonAllen, noted that the audit team has been on-site, collaborating closely with APS staff to ensure a smooth process. "We've made some good progress," she stated, indicating that they are in the final stages of the audit and are preparing to issue draft financial statements soon.

The meeting also included the adoption of the agenda and approval of minutes from the previous meeting, both of which were passed unanimously by the committee members. The next Audit Committee meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2025, at 5 PM, which will be accessible via the APS Board of Education YouTube channel. This ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability in financial matters underscores the district's dedication to maintaining fiscal integrity.