The Missouri State Auditor has begun an audit of the city government of Monroe City.

According to State Auditor Nicole Galloway, a citizen petition was submitted requesting the audit.

Galloway said her office would conduct a thorough and independent investigation into the operations and practices of Monroe City government.

Under Missouri law, anyone can file a petition with at least 200 signatures to the auditor to request an audit of a municipality.

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