Columbia is in a ‘strong financial position,’ audit finds | Local
The city of Columbia’s finances are in order, an external audit suggests.
Residents heard more about the city’s annual audit for fiscal year 2024 at Monday’s city council meeting. Matthew Lue, Columbia’s director of Finance, said the audit left him with no concerns about the city’s finances.
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