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Board questions audit-consultant extension amid staffing and procurement questions
Summary
Board members asked why the district is renewing an audit-consulting contract when some audit-staffing needs have been filled; staff said consultants provided critical support for audit submissions and corrective-action plans and were recommended by audit reviewers.
Board members on June 24 questioned a consent-agenda contract request to continue consulting services for audit support, saying they understood the internal audit team to be fully staffed.
District staff said the consultants helped complete a heavy compliance workload, supported submission of required documents and assisted with corrective-action planning; the consulting firm named in discussion was Harrison Lee Associates and staff said the recommendation came from prior audit reviewers and the district92s then-audit leadership.
Board member questions centered on procurement process, whether an RFP was issued and who recommended the contractor. District staff said several firms were recommended, that the consultant provided significant capacity during a large audit effort and that continuing the contract will help ensure timely submissions and follow-up work.
The consent agenda item remained on the consent list and the overall consent package passed. Board members asked that future staff reports clarify whether contracts are procurement-based and provide more detail about the specific staffing gaps the consultant addresses.
