Audit committee backs 2027 plan with 10 new city audits

Austin’s Audit and Finance Committee recommends adopting the City Auditor’s 2027 audit plan, with 10 new audits focused on artificial intelligence, city facilities, park access, police oversight, noise complaints, road resurfacing, transparency, employee pay, water availability and IT controls. Six audits started in 2026 will carry into 2027. The plan also includes five possible alternate audits and a three-year efficiency assessment of city operations. The committee voted 5-0; the full council is scheduled to consider adoption.

Approve the adoption of the City Auditor’s proposed Audit Plan for calendar year 2027.

Nov 19, 202626-3066: Approve the adoption of the City Auditor’s proposed Audit Plan for calendar year 2027.Source documentPDF 1PDF 2PDF 3