Police overtime spending audit requested

Minneapolis file 2026-01161, before the Minneapolis City Council. Still to be decided as of 2026-10-07.

Latest action: Approved by Public Health, Safety & Equity

What it does

Auditor examines police overtime costs and rules An independent audit will review how the Police Department spends overtime money, what controls exist, and whether the spending follows policy.

The bigger picture

Audit findings could reshape police budget planning The audit results may lead to changes in how overtime is approved, tracked, and budgeted across city departments.

What to watch

Audit alone does not require spending cuts The audit will report findings but cannot force the city to cut overtime costs; city leaders would need to act separately on any recommendations.

Official summary

Passage of Resolution requesting the City Audit Committee request the City Auditor to conduct an independent audit of the Police Department overtime management, controls, and use.

Read the official record for 2026-01161

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