Personnel audit
Summary
Councilor Smyth wants an independent personnel audit (est. $150K-$300K) before the FY27 budget's department reorg takes effect; colleagues balked and continued it to July 8.
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Last discussed Jun 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
An audit could cost $150,000 to $300,000 from a reserve the city doesn't currently have.
Taxpayers if staffing and department structure get scrutinized.
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Newport City Council (Regular) - Jun 10, 2026
Councilor Smyth wants an independent personnel audit (est. $150K-$300K) before the FY27 budget's department reorg takes effect; colleagues balked and continued it to July 8.
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