The bill aims to amend West Virginia Code §6-9-8, which governs the payment for services rendered by the chief inspector to municipalities, counties, and boards of education. The proposed changes include increasing the maximum allowable cost for services provided to Class IV municipalities from $3,000 to $5,000. Additionally, the bill allows the chief inspector to charge up to an additional $5,000 for costs incurred for services related to utility or park systems owned by Class IV municipalities, as well as for police and fire pension funds maintained by these municipalities. The bill also stipulates that if a municipality is required to undergo a single audit by federal agencies, the cost limitations will not apply.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a revolving fund for the chief inspector's office to facilitate timely payments to deputy inspectors and assistants. This fund will be supported by a legislative appropriation of $25,000, along with payments received for services and interest earned on the fund's balance. The bill also introduces a special fund known as the "State Auditors Public Integrity and Fraud Fund," which will be used to enhance fraud detection and enforcement efforts related to audits and investigations conducted by the State Auditor.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 6-9-8