City leaders in Austin have ordered a sweeping review of the city’s contract and grant processes after a March audit revealed gaps in oversight of hundreds of millions of dollars in consultant contracts. The City Council resolution directs City Manager T.C. Broadnax to propose a centralized oversight system for contract management, require departments to conduct and document a needs assessment before initiating contracts, and consider creating a procurement dashboard to track city contract performance and outcomes. The review comes amid a broader push by Broadnax and other city leaders to scrutinize spending as Austin faces another tough budget year.
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Austin orders review of consultant contracts after audit
Austin City Council orders review of consultant contracts after auditors find lack of oversight and escalating expenses.
Published May 22, 2026 at 6:40pm by Chaya Tong
