The Office of the Legislative Auditor audits state agencies and constitutional offices.

Questions about obtaining public documents from a local government may be addressed to the Minnesota Department of Administration, Information Policy Analysis Division, (651) 296-6733 or 1-800-657-3721. Click here to see their website.

Local governments have the authority to make policy decisions about how local government funds are spent. Residents may provide feedback to local officials on spending priorities by attending public meetings, communicating with their local elected officials, and by voting on election day.

Local units of government have the authority to set utility rates within their borders. We recommend you contact your local government to express your concerns.

The Office of the State Auditor has prepared a Statement of Position that provides information on city bidding and contracting requirements. Click here to see the Statement of Position. The Office of the State Auditor has also prepared a Statement of Position that provides information on county bidding and contracting requirements. Click here to see the Statement of Position.