Office of Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha
The OSA oversees approximately $60 billion in local government spending. As Minnesota’s financial watchdog, we ensure transparent, accountable and effective government.
Effective oversight frees up resources and builds trust.
Office of Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha
The OSA is an independent Constitutional office that is part of the executive branch of government. It focuses on providing transparency in local government finances through audits, investigations and compliance checks.
Examinations protect local resources and minimize fraud, waste, and abuse.
Office of Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha
The OSA supports local government and policy makers with tools and resources that help them build efficiencies into their day-to-day operations and better deliver services.
From training to financial software, our tools support local government.
Office of Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha
The OSA collects and reports local government financial data. We provide context for this data to make it understandable to citizens and policy makers.
With our data analysis, local governments can find the best local solutions.
Tuesday, July 1
What's New
- Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Management Letter
- OSA Weekly Update - 6/27/2025
- Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities Area Management Letter
- City of Minneapolis (Including the Municipal Building Commission) Management Letter
- Fire Relief Association Newsletter - June 2025
- Cottonwood County Financial Statements and Management Letter
- Anoka County Management Letter
Events & Notices
Upcoming Due Dates
- 7/1/2025: Fire Protection Service Reporting Form due.
- 7/1/2025: Performance Measurement Program reports are due. Participation in the program by a city or county is voluntary.
- 8/1/2025: Schedule Form and municipal obligation must be certified.
- 8/1/2025: 2024 TIF Annual Reporting Forms due.
- 8/19/2025: Deadline to avoid Failure to File Notice