Audit Committee Meeting - 07/09/2026

The County of Tulare Audit Committee convened on July 9, 2026, to review and approve several internal audit-related items. The committee unanimously approved the meeting minutes from April 9, 2026, and accepted the independence confirmation of audit staff. They also reviewed and accepted an updated internal audit charter aligning with new global internal audit standards. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed 2027 internal audit plan, which included budgeting 3,330 hours for internal audits and additional hours for follow-up reviews and investigations. The committee discussed and selected two audit focus areas for the upcoming year based on risk assessments: the District Attorney's payroll audit and the Solid Waste cash receipts audit. Both selections were approved unanimously, emphasizing the importance of auditing high-risk departments with significant disbursements and revenue. The meeting concluded with the scheduling of the next meeting for October 8, 2026.