Editorial: Audit catch-up shows Novato on right track

When Novato voters in 2024 overwhelmingly approved the Measure M sales tax increase, they wanted the city to finally get its financial act in order.

For many years, Novato’s budget has been a fiscal rollercoaster ride. Even the sales tax from Vintage Oaks, one of Marin’s busiest shopping centers, and rising property values haven’t settled Novato’s finances. Add to that recent upheaval in the leadership of City Hall’s finance office.

The latter led to the city failing to follow best...