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Audit Committee · 2026-06-16 · attachment

This document is a transcript of an Audit Committee meeting. The meeting covered several audit reports and updates. Key items included an audit of the Gainesville Police Department Forensic Crime Unit, an audit of the Gainesville Fire Rescue Badge and Physical Access, and the City Auditor's Quarterly Update. Discussions focused on findings, recommendations, and management's action plans regarding staffing, salaries, internal controls, and security measures. The meeting also touched upon the process for reporting fraud, waste, and abuse, and future audit plans. The document details motions, seconds, and unanimous approvals for recommendations to be sent to the City Commission. There were discussions about staff turnover, competitive salaries, and the need for strengthened governance. The audit of the Forensic Crime Unit highlighted issues with staffing levels and higher turnover rates, with recommendations to increase the budget for salaries and identify opportunities to attract and retain staff. The Fire Rescue audit focused on badge and physical access management. The City Auditor's Quarterly Update provided an overview of completed, in-progress, and planned audits, including those related to community resource paramedicine and capital assets. The meeting concluded with the adjournment.