However, only total salary amounts need be supplied, withholdings are not a matter of public record. Yes, the Ethics Act so states. But if the other two auditors cannot reach agreement, the auditor in question, after disclosing the conflict, can vote to break the tie. No, these sessions may be closed to the public. However, for timely receipt of Liquid Fuels Funds, the report should be submitted no later than March 15th.
Codes specify the lowest responsible bidder.
If the low bidder is known and proven not to be responsible, they need not receive the award. Proper documentation must be kept. No, competitive bids do not have to be obtained for professional services including engineering, architectural, legal, accounting, insurance or other similar professional services. A municipality may wish to use an RFP process or such services, but this is not mandatory. Codes require a second advertisement, if still no response, the municipality is free to negotiate without bidding a third time.