Steve Sanchez For Riverside County Supervisor - 4th District

I appreciate Uken Report for covering this important discussion.

Many people don’t realize that LAFCO is an independent agency separate from Riverside County government. While LAFCO is best known for annexations and boundary changes, state law also gives us responsibility for evaluating the governance, accountability, and financial sustainability of cities and special districts throughout Riverside County.

One thing I’ve learned is that LAFCO has authority to conduct independent forensic audits when warranted. The challenge isn’t authority, it’s that we’ve never established a dedicated budget line item to utilize that authority.

To be clear, I’m not interested in rumors, politics, or hearsay. I’m interested in facts. When credible concerns are raised by current or former employees, elected officials, or members of the public, those concerns should be examined through independent professional review. A forensic audit either uncovers problems or clears an agency’s name. Either way, taxpayers win.

I also want to thank those who have had the courage to come forward and raise concerns. Accountability begins when people are willing to speak up.

One final thought: when a reasonable forensic audit is proposed, pay close attention to who supports it and who opposes it. Sometimes, that tells you a lot.

Please take a moment to read the article, share it, and join the conversation.

https://ukenreport.com/steve-sanchez-calls-for-independent-forensic-audits/?fbclid=IwZnRzaASWjSFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeMWgHEohFHdWO0NtFLVBe7DIumnnbW7lBYuUyuqyvYhKaVP2rolHkEYHtYp8_aem_lT_nAPM7U5nZOvYeDvH_1g

Steve Sanchez Calls for Independent Forensic Audits Steve Sanchez announced a series of oversight, transparency, and forensic audit policy discussions he sought during the May 6 LAFCO meeting.