The city of Arnold, Missouri, filed a lawsuit against State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, challenging his investigation into a controversial road project. The city argues that Fitzpatrick's requests for records from closed council meetings exceed his authority and risk disclosing confidential information.
The project, Arnold Parkway, was a planned $75 million road that was ultimately cancelled due to resident backlash. The use of transportation development districts (TDDs) to fund the project is under scrutiny.
Auditor Fitzpatrick stated that he will countersue if the city doesn't comply with a subpoena for records related to the TDDs. He asserts the city is attempting to obstruct the audit and prevent transparency concerning the use of taxpayer money.
Arnold's city attorney claims that the city has provided extensive documentation and that the auditor is wasting taxpayer money with politically motivated actions. They emphasize the efficiency of the TDDs and the absence of fraud or mismanagement.