City of Corpus Christi | Audit Committee September 2, 2026

The City of Corpus Christi Audit Committee convened on September 2, 2026, to discuss several audit-related matters including amendments to the 2026 audit plan, acceptance of audit reports, and updates on ongoing audits. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the Human Resources recruiting and pre-boarding audit, which revealed multiple findings and observations highlighting deficiencies in documentation, compliance, and oversight within the talent acquisition division. The committee discussed concerns about inconsistent hiring practices, lack of verification of candidate credentials, and inadequate performance measurement. Management partially agreed with some findings but disagreed with others, prompting committee members to emphasize the need for improvements and follow-up actions. Additionally, the committee accepted a follow-up report on a construction contract audit and received updates on procurement card expenses and fraud cases. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of departing audit staff and recognition of their contributions.