City auditor finds documentation gaps, dashboard discrepancies in $750 million "Moving Atlanta Forward" review

The City of Atlanta's city auditor presented the third annual performance audit of the Moving Atlanta Forward (MAF) infrastructure program, telling the Transportation Committee the program has spent nearly $97,000,000 as of the end of fiscal year 2025, about 15% of the roughly $750,000,000 program budget.

Dwayne Braithwaite, presenting on behalf of the audit team, said the program is funded by a combination of a transportation special-purpose local-option sales tax (TSPLOST) and general obligation bonds, and includes $36,000,000 in council discretionary funds. "We reviewed recommendations made in the previous audit against current program progress to identify which risks have been mitigated, analyze program spending, and review project phases for all projects identified in the strategic delivery plan," Braithwaite said.

Why it matters: The audit evaluates whether the program's project-management controls, spending and public reporting provide reliable information for council and residents as the city seeks to accelerate delivery.

Key findings and context - Spending and pacing: The audit reported roughly $97,000,000 expended across MAF projects, up from prior audits, and noted spending acceleration each…