In response to growing concerns about fiscal responsibility and efficient resource allocation, the Auditor General's office of British Columbia has initiated a project to scrutinize municipal financial management across the province. With a spotlight on Vancouver Island, the AG's office seeks to identify and address instances of unchecked spending and to promote sustainable financial practices among municipalities. As part of this initiative, you, a newly hired junior auditor, have been tasked with conducting a comparative analysis of two cities on the island. Your analysis will play a pivotal role in assessing the effectiveness of their financial stewardship and in guiding future policy decisions