The City of Lawrence Board of Public Works and Safety approved a professional services agreement June 26 with Crowe LLP to assist the city in preparing budget and financial reporting materials for the Department of Local Government Finance.

A Crowe representative identified in the meeting as Tim explained the firm will provide consulting services “to assist the city with the performance of preparation of budget, financial data, financial information, and financial reporting to the Department of Local Government Finance.”

A board member moved to approve the agreement and the motion was seconded; the board approved the contract by voice vote and the chair said, “Motion carries.” The transcript does not include a dollar amount for the Crowe agreement or a detailed scope beyond financial reporting assistance.

The board did not record additional follow-up direction, staff assignments, or a timeline for Crowe’s work in the meeting minutes contained in the transcript.