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County signs engagement letter with Malden & Jenkins for FY26 audit at $150,000

Columbus County Board of Commissioners · August 4, 2026
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Summary

Commissioners approved a five‑year engagement extension with Malden and Jenkins and signed the FY2026 engagement letter for the audit, at a budgeted amount of $150,000.

Finance staff asked the board to approve the engagement letter and contract extension with Maldives and Jenkins for the fiscal‑year 2026 audit. The fee for FY2026 was presented as $150,000 and staff said the amount is budgeted.

The board moved, seconded and approved the engagement letter by voice vote. Finance director Heather Woody said this audit presented was the first of a planned five audits under the engagement; the board authorized signature so staff can begin work and submit required documents to the Local Government Commission.