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LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH CENTER
File #: 26-0097    Version: 2
Type: Contract Status: Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
File created: 2/25/2026 In control: Finance
On agenda: 3/24/2026 Final action:
Title: Vote to approve a contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. for fiscal year end June 30, 2026 audit services
Attachments: 1. Chatham County - 2026 Audit Contract, 2. Chatham County - 2026 Single Audit Engagement Letter
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Vote to approve a contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. for fiscal year end June 30, 2026 audit services                                          

 

Abstract

Introduction & Background: Annually, the audit contract including the scope of services for the current fiscal year must be approved by the Board of Commissioners.

                     

Discussion & Analysis: The County has its accounts audited annually by an independent certified public accountant certified by the Local Government Commission in accordance with General Statute 159.34.

 

How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: n/a

 

Budgetary Impact: The fixed contract amount is $107,035 with a variable rate charge of $4,500 per major program over two programs, not to exceed $111,535 (includes 3 major programs).

                     

Recommendation/Motion: Motion to approve a contract with Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A. for the FY2026 audit.