2026-05-07 Board of Education's Audit Committee

The May 7, 2026, meeting of the PPS Board of Education's Audit Committee focused primarily on procurement and audit-related topics. Key discussions included the status update on the district's annual bond performance audit, with external auditors reporting on the audit scope, schedule, and upcoming RFP for selecting a new bond performance audit contractor. The committee reviewed outstanding bond audit recommendations and discussed the division of follow-up responsibilities among various board committees to efficiently address these items. The RFP for the bond performance audit was planned for publication in mid-June, with contract terms proposed for one year plus four renewals. The committee also received updates on the implementation of recommendations from the student body funds audit, highlighting improvements in training and oversight. Additionally, the committee discussed proposed updates to the district's audit policy, including transitioning to a three-year audit plan based on enterprise risk assessments, with legal review ongoing. Membership matters were addressed, including reappointment of community members and student representatives. The meeting concluded with scheduling considerations for upcoming meetings and a brief mention of forthcoming appropriation requests to the board.