By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

The Office of Auditor of State, Rob Sand, reviewed certain financial transactions for the city of Bagley between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023. The review occurred because of a petition raising concerns regarding payroll disbursements and content of minutes including approval of pay raises and publication compliance.

The report includes a letter from Sand to the City of Bagley, dated July 31, 2024. The letter summarized the reason for the review, its parameters, general issues found, and recommendations.

Recommendations included ensuring the City’s internal controls are strengthened, including properly segregated duties, performing independent reviews of credit card statements, ensuring all disbursements and payroll checks are properly supported/approved, and developing policies and procedures for credit card usage.

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