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Procurement analyst April Espinel highlights procurement's role in protecting public funds during National Procurement Month
Summary
April Espinel, a procurement analyst, marked National Procurement Month by defining procurement as the town—unction for buying goods and services and urging careful review of transactions to protect public funds and ensure compliance.
April Espinel, a procurement analyst, marked National Procurement Month and described procurement as "the process of purchasing goods and services for the town's needs," telling attendees the office exists to safeguard public resources.
Espinel said procurement staff are charged with oversight and compliance: "we are here to protect the public funds, and we are here to maintain, to closely review all the transactions through the procurement process." She emphasized that the obligation applies whether the town is buying a product or contracting for a service.
The remarks framed procurement as a stewardship function focused on integrity and accountability. "Procurement specialists such as myself, we are committed to maintaining integrity, accountability, and service for our staff, for our departments, the community, and for our vendors," Espinel said, outlining the office's priorities.
The statement did not include any formal actions, votes, or policy changes; it was presented as an informational observance tied to National Procurement Month. No specific programs, dollar amounts, or procurement solicitations were announced during the remarks.
Espinel's comments served as a reminder to staff and vendors of the procurement office's oversight role and its responsibilities to the public and municipal departments.
