WRWC reappoints Shutler & Macy as auditor, citing lower cost
Summary
After an RFQ the commission voted to retain Shutler & Macy as its fiscal-year 2027 auditor; staff cited a lower proposal of $11,000 versus a competing $27,000 bid.
The Western Regional Water Commission on Aug. 19 designated Shutler & Macy as its financial auditor for fiscal year 2027 after reviewing two proposals received in an RFQ process.
Staff described the solicitation and proposals: Shutler & Macy proposed an $11,000 fee for FY2027 with a 4% annual increase in subsequent years; a second firm (Bernard Vogler) proposed $27,000 with a 5% annual increase. Staff recommended the lower-cost, qualified bidder. "Based on the proposals that we received and the qualifications, staff is recommending we stick with Shutler and Macy," staff said.
Commissioners discussed the solicitation outreach and timing. With sufficient qualifications and a lower cost, the commission voted unanimously to designate Shutler & Macy and authorized staff to proceed with contract documents and normal agreement approval steps.
Next steps: staff will finalize the engagement documents and return to the board or execute per delegated authority for the fiscal-year audit engagement.
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