New City Auditor Search Process and Nominating Commission Per Dallas City Code § 2-17.2 [City Auditor’s Office]

City Auditor Mark Swann has announced his retirement effective March 17, 2026. In accordance with Dallas City Code § 2-17.2, the City Council is responsible for appointing a nominating commission to select his successor. This commission will consist of five members with specific qualifications related to accounting, auditing, public accounting firms, publicly-traded companies, or former city officials. The commission will have 180 days to nominate candidates, and the City Council will then have 30 days to accept or reject them. The Director of Human Resources will assist the commission in screening applicants. The Committee on Finance is discussing this matter and has set a deadline of February 2, 2026, for council members to submit names for prospective commission nominees.

The process to select a new City Auditor is underway. Residents can be assured that a formal process with specific qualifications for the nominating commission and candidates is being followed to ensure an independent and qualified auditor is chosen to oversee city finances.

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