City of Brawley

Brawley, CA — At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, the City of Brawley announced its clean financial audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The audit, conducted by an independent firm, confirms the City’s financial statements are accurate and comply with generally accepted accounting standards. 

“This report serves the interests of our council, residents, investors, grantors, employees and other stakeholders,” said Brawley Mayor Ramon Castro. “The clean audit is a testament to our dedicated Finance Department and the City’s commitment to financial integrity. We remain focused on responsibly managing Brawley’s finances and ensuring a strong foundation for the City’s future growth and prosperity.” 

The annual audit forms part of the City’s Annual Financial Report, which provides a comprehensive overview of the City’s finances, services, achievements and economic outlook. The independent auditor’s report gives the City a third-party opinion of the City’s finances. A clean audit is the highest level of assurance that can be given on financial statements, indicating that the City’s financial records accurately present its financial position.

The independent auditor made two key recommendations regarding City policies and procedures. First, the City must maintain adequate staffing levels to ensure the timely completion of a high-quality year-end financial report. Second, investment in staff training and enhanced tracking mechanisms is essential for accurate grant reporting. A review of staffing levels is also necessary to support effective grant management.

“Even with a clean audit, there is always room for improvement,” said Mayor Castro. “Based on the auditor’s feedback, the City will prioritize staffing support and training in our finance department to ensure timely reporting and compliance with all Governmental Accounting Standards. Maintaining transparency and accuracy in our financial records is crucial for sustaining trust within our community.”

For more information and to view Brawley’s Annual Financial Report, visit https://www.brawley-ca.gov/assets/financedocs/2022-2023-city-annual-financial-statements.pd