(County Supervisors discuss the Auditor/Controller).....It was at the Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday.

The discussion was scheduled after ongoing concerns regarding financial oversight and management practices by the Auditor/Controller Karina B. Alvarez. The final unanimous vote was a vote of No Confidence in the job performance of the Auditor/Controller. Officials say after a thorough review and with guidelines from legal counsel, the Board determined that significant deficiencies exist in the timely and accurate reporting of County Finances and the Auditor/Controller's ability to effectively collaborate with County Departments. They said the deficiencies have impacted the County's financial stability and hindered efficient operations. The Board said the decision to express No Confidence is intended to signal the need for immediate corrective actions to restore the integrity and functionality of financial operations. They said personnel limitations restricts them from providing further details at this time, but additional steps will be taken to ensure continuity in financial operations, including adjustments to key staffing roles within the Auditor/Controller's office.