Audit Committee Meeting | September 15, 2026

The Buncombe County Government Audit Committee met on September 15, 2026, to discuss updates on the internal audit plan and the ongoing financial audit process. The committee received a status report from Baker Tilly, the internal audit firm, outlining the progress on the risk assessment and the development of the proposed internal audit plan, with a target for plan approval by December 2026 and audit commencement in January 2027. Additionally, the committee reviewed the external audit contract with M Jenkins, which is in its fourth year with a not-to-exceed amount of $213,000, covering the financial audit and up to eight program audits. Key audit areas include federal and state funding programs such as Medicaid and FEMA, with the audit completion targeted for early December to meet statutory deadlines. The meeting also addressed organizational changes related to the Tourism Development Authority (TDA) and its associated nonprofit, focusing on clarifying financial reporting and contract responsibilities to enhance transparency and compliance. No motions or votes related to new spending or contract awards were recorded during this meeting.