Storm Lake, Iowa (NorthwestIowaNow.com) — The city of Storm Lake is beginning their annual audit process in August, an independent audit conducted by Winther Stave and Company certified accountants. This process is mandated by the US Comptroller General’s office. Community members should know this service will provide an independent, objective assessment of how the city manages, uses and safeguards public resources. It also assures the City is complying with applicable laws, regulations and more. The public gets to see the audit results when the report is completed and presented to the Storm Lake City Council. The audit will examine finances for the past fiscal year, ending on June 30.