During the meeting, members discussed the potential impact of a new mayoral administration on the audit committee’s operations. Given the mayor-elect’s interest in auditing various city functions and departments, the committee suggested temporarily halting their pre-set agenda to coordinate closely with the new administration. The plan includes inviting the mayor-elect and her team to the committee’s February meeting, allowing space to discuss how the committee can best support her initiatives. This approach aims to ensure meaningful engagement and collaboration, aligning audit topics with the new administration’s priorities.

Committee members expressed support for this pause, noting the benefits of aligning their calendar with the new administration’s plans. They also highlighted the importance of civic engagement and community feedback in determining audit topics. The committee acknowledged the limited response to their public survey for topic suggestions and discussed strategies to increase involvement, such as enhanced outreach through district councils.

Additionally, the meeting covered progress in the committee’s communication efforts with district councils. Updates revealed progress in scheduling meetings with various councils to further engage community input. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to foster a collaborative environment with both the new administration and the community.