§ 2.13. Independent annual audit.

(a)

Prior to the end of each fiscal year, the council shall designate a certified public accountant who, as of the end of the fiscal year, shall make an independent audit of accounts and other evidences of financial transactions of the city government and shall submit his report to the council and to the city manager. Such accountant shall have no personal interest, direct or indirect, in the fiscal affairs of the city government or of any of its officers. He shall not maintain any accounts or records of the city business, but within specifications approved by the council, shall post-audit the books and documents kept by the department of finance and any separate or subordinate accounts kept by any other office, department or agency of the city government.

(b)

A copy of such audit shall be kept in the office of the city secretary subject to inspection by any citizen during regular office hours.