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EPISD finance leaders knew of budget risks for months but did not alert trustees, audit says
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Robert Moore , as published by El Paso Matters
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the audit's conclusions can be found through El Paso Matters, which reported on the chief internal auditor's statements regarding the district's financial condition and communication breakdowns.
Financial issues within the El Paso Independent School District were apparently known to certain officials. The district's financial team had knowledge of problems for some time. A recent audit sheds light on the situation, though details are limited.
The chief internal auditor discussed the findings, which involve the former chief financial officer and her team. Further information about the audit's conclusions can be found through El Paso Matters, which reported on the chief internal auditor's statements regarding the district's financial condition and communication breakdowns.
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Category: safety Published: June 24, 2026 Source: El Paso Matters Reading time: 1 min
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