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Columbus council names Jacqueline Lewis city auditor, cites expedited timeline
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Summary
With Auditor Megan Kilgore set to resign May 4, Columbus City Council appointed Jacqueline Lewis to fill the vacancy and asked staff to support a smooth transition; the appointment was made under city charter authority at the April 29 meeting.
Facing an imminent vacancy in the auditor’s office, the Columbus City Council appointed Jacqueline Lewis to serve as city auditor effective May 4, 2026.
Council leadership said the appointment was required before Kilgore’s resignation to ensure the office remains staffed; members noted a truncated but open selection process, with several candidates having applied and a brief hearing held earlier. The motion to appoint Lewis was made under the city charter.
Following the roll call, the council announced the appointment and invited the auditor-designate to address the chamber. Lewis thanked the council for the vote and said she looked forward to serving and partnering with council and staff to move the city forward.
The council moved on to its remaining business, and members offered brief remarks of gratitude about outgoing staff, including comments recognizing long service by city employees.
Next steps: the council and administration will coordinate transition activities to ensure continuity in the auditor’s office; the council signaled plans to hold a recognition for departing Auditor Megan Kilgore.
