City of Jackson, TN April 7, 2026 Audit Committee Meeting

The City of Jackson, TN Audit Committee met on April 7, 2026, to discuss several procurement and administrative matters. A significant portion of the meeting focused on evaluating a potential ethics complaint software vendor to improve the city's complaint intake and investigation process. The committee reviewed a demonstration of the software's features, including anonymous reporting, case management, and reporting capabilities. They discussed the software's cost, estimated at a $2,000 one-time implementation fee plus a $2,500 annual subscription, and agreed to recommend the vendor to the ethics committee for approval. Additionally, the committee received an update on the city's plan of correction addressing audit findings related to cash accounting, revenue recognition, expenditure liabilities, and internal controls, with efforts underway to improve financial processes and compliance. The committee also reviewed and approved a job description for the internal auditor position, noting salary ranges and the importance of maintaining the position in the budget. The meeting concluded with plans to involve the ethics committee further and continue oversight of audit and compliance activities.