JONESBORO — An audit of Clayton County government officials’ travel spending, training and payments to higher learning institutions from July 2018 to July 2022 is underway.
The audit’s scope also includes policies and procedures related to training and travel.
David Roberts, partner with Mauldin & Jenkins, provided a status update to the community and Board of Commission Jan. 11.
Information being studied includes travel dates and purpose, trip documentation and claim dates. The audit is also considering the amount spent as compared to the General Services Administration per diem rates on lodging and meals.
According to Roberts, common themes found so far are inconsistent documentation and inconsistent prior approvals.
The audit is broken into two segments. The first is looking at the spending of commissioners, chief financial…
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