Auditing isn’t the only accountability tool. The mission, framework and methods of performance auditing have parallels in other accountability mechanisms and problem-solving strategies. As the elected Portland Auditor, I have greater freedom to explore accountability strategies to accomplish the mission of my office. In addition to the 10 staff conducting performance audits, two other staff work with the Portland Multnomah Progress Board to provide a different kind of accountability program in the Auditor’s Office.