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CityCouncil | 2005-12-06 | 21 | ensure that internal finances are controlled. Councilmember/Commissioner/AuthorityMember Matarrese stated having the City Auditor involved would be beneficial; inquired whether there was a way to increase the City Auditor's role. Mayor/Chair Johnson noted the External Auditor does not need to be involved. The City Auditor stated that the City was in reasonably good shape and improvement was being made in controlling costs; the ten-year study would enlighten the Council on tough issues; the Finance Director was in the unenviable position of being at the same level as other department heads; suggested that he meet with the Finance Director periodically to address issues. The City Manager stated that she would be happy to work with the City Auditor; she believes that the Finance Director was comfortable with identifying issues with other departments; discussions with the City Auditor could be more routine. The City Auditor stated that there was no need for a formal policy. Mayor Johnson stated that the discussion was not out of concern; there have been considerable changes since the City Manager joined the City; thanked everyone who worked on the audits; stated that she looks forward to the ten-year projection. Councilmember/Commissioner/AuthorityMember deHaan moved approval of accepting the submitted reports. Councilmember/Commissioner/AuthorityMember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Johnson adjourned the Special Joint Meeting at 9:09 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger, City Clerk Secretary, Community Improvement Commission Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council, Community 7 Improvement Commission, and Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority December 6, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-12-06.pdf |