PILLAR: Core - Organizational Support
AGENDA DATE: August 19, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Mayor and City Council Office
PRIORITY: Government Efficiency
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SUBJECT
Title
Adoption of a resolution appointing _______ as Interim City Auditor, effective on August 19, 2026, to serve until the City Council selects and appoints the City Auditor - Not to exceed $_____.00 - Financing: General Fund
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BACKGROUND
On January 14, 2026, Mark S. Swann submitted his resignation as City Auditor, effective at the close of business on March 17, 2026.
On March 4, 2026, Mamatha Sparks was appointed Interim City Auditor effective at the close of business on March 17, 2026, by Resolution No. 26-0497.
On July 2, 2026, Mamatha Sparks submitted her resignation as Interim City Auditor effective at the close of business on August 18, 2026.
City Council has determined that it is necessary to appoint an Interim City Auditor during the time it takes to select and appoint a new City Auditor.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
On April 23, 2025, the City Council voted to reappoint Mark S. Swann as City Auditor for the City of Dallas by Resolution No. 25-0668.
On March 4, 2026, the City Council voted to appoint Mamatha Sparks as Interim City Auditor for the City of Dallas effective at the close of business on March 17, 2026, by Resolution No. 26-0497.
On August 3, 2026, the Finance Committee recommended that Rory Galter be appointed as the Interim City Auditor.
FISCAL INFORMATION
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Fund |
FY 2026 |
FY 2027 |
Future Years |
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General Fund |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |