Collection: City Controller Annual Reports, 1921-1973 |

Scope and Contents

This collection is comprised of the City Controller's annual reports from 1921 to 1973. The reports provide details of annual City expenditures and accounts.

Dates

Creation: 1921-1973

Biographical / Historical

Created in 1857, The City Controller's Office is the "fiscal watchdog" for all City funds. Along with many other fiscal responsibilities, the Controller's Office performs audits of all City departments and authorities and ensures that City tax dollars are spent effectively and appropriately. The office is a four-year independently elected term, and there are no term limits.