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.
Monday, July 14
What's New
- Auditor Blaha’s Summer Tour Will Focus on Public Finance Staff Shortages - For July 14, 2025
- OSA Weekly Update - 7/11/2025
- City of Duluth (Including the Duluth Economic Development Authority) Management Letter
- Redwood County Financial Statements and Management Letter
- Metropolitan Council Metro Transit Agreed-Upon Procedures
- Metropolitan Council Agreed Upon Procedures
- Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Management Letter