The Auditor is elected for a term of 4 years and shall be an elector of the city. The City Auditor keeps the books of the City of Lancaster and exhibits accurate statements of all moneys received and expended, of all property owned by the City of Lancaster and the income derived there from, and of all taxes and assessments.
The City of Lancaster Auditor shall attend and assist at the opening of all bids and inspect them for the letting of contracts. The City Auditor completes a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report yearly which demonstrates the following: Introductory Section to Lancaster, very detailed Financial Section, and a Statistical Section for all interested parties.