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Prospective accounting firms cite access and historical-accounting concerns; proposals estimated $250–$300 per month
Summary
Councilmember Dana Merrill reported that four accounting firms were contacted; three responded with similar proposals estimating $250–$300 per month (about $100 more than the prior firm) and cited requirements such as restricted access to accounting systems and unresolved historical accounting issues.
Councilmember Dana Merrill reported outreach to four accounting professionals; three firms responded and provided similar proposals estimating monthly fees between $250 and $300, roughly $100 more than the prior accounting firm. All three respondents identified concerns that currently prevent them from accepting the engagement.
The firms noted specific requirements: restricted access to the Village’s financial systems (access limited to the accounting firm, the Village Attorney and the Village Clerk) and unresolved historical accounting issues that must be addressed before engagement. Council did not select a firm at the meeting; staff will continue negotiations and work to resolve historical items.
