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Finance committee backs $1.61M free‑cash transfer after audit steps outlined for redevelopment authority funds
Summary
The Brockton Finance Committee recommended a $1,609,443 transfer from certified free cash to cover appropriation deficits tied to CDBG/HOME spending and detailed steps — including a CliftonLarsonAllen audit and consultant engagement — taken after the city reclaimed control of BRA funds.
The Brockton Finance Committee on Monday recommended that the City Council approve a $1,609,443 transfer from certified free cash to cover appropriation deficits connected to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME program spending.
Dr. Troy Clarkson, Brockton’s chief financial officer, said the Department of Revenue notified the city and the transfers are required for the city to set its tax rate and issue tax bills. Clarkson told the committee the mayor was detained and could not attend, and the city invited Auditor Juan Gonzalez to the meeting to explain details.
"We have retained CliftonLarsonAllen to conduct a detailed assessment of the BRA and their funds," Clarkson said, referring to the Brockton…
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