City treasurer reports healthy cash position; audit delayed by prior‑auditor data transfer

The city treasurer presented the cash‑position report as of April and said revenues were slightly stronger than expected while staff continue to monitor expenses.

The treasurer said the city expected a preliminary audit report at the meeting but did not receive it. Staff explained the delay stems from the new auditor reconciling prior years’ records and receiving mapping and documentation from the previous auditor. The treasurer said she has provided additional documents and will follow up with the auditor; staff described progress but warned the prior‑auditor data exchange has been slower than hoped.

Council members asked for clarification; staff said the new auditor had some staffing constraints but was not “dragging their feet,” and that coordination with the prior auditor has been the main impediment. The treasurer said she updates cash balances daily and staff are reviewing weekly expense snapshots.

Separately, staff reported training and personnel milestones: Michelle (clerking duties) attended training, a staff member completed probation, and the police department swore in a reserve officer who brings prior experience from Alameda County. The police chief reported a near‑immediate arrest in an attempted homicide at Coley Apartments and discussed a DUI collision with a fatality; the chief praised interdepartmental support from Public Works during major incidents.