Audit 14433

FY End
2022-12-31
Total Expended
$37.73M
Findings
26
Programs
19
Organization: County of Luzerne, Pennsylvania (PA)
Year: 2022 Accepted: 2024-01-30

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
10708 2022-005 Material Weakness Yes M
10709 2022-006 - Yes BCM
10710 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
10711 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
10712 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
10713 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
10714 2022-006 - Yes BCM
10715 2022-006 - Yes BCM
10716 2022-006 - Yes BCM
10717 2022-006 - Yes BCM
10718 2022-006 - Yes BCM
10719 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
10720 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
587150 2022-005 Material Weakness Yes M
587151 2022-006 - Yes BCM
587152 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
587153 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
587154 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
587155 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
587156 2022-006 - Yes BCM
587157 2022-006 - Yes BCM
587158 2022-006 - Yes BCM
587159 2022-006 - Yes BCM
587160 2022-006 - Yes BCM
587161 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L
587162 2022-007 Significant Deficiency - L

Contacts

Name Title Type
GGZYE9C2M6D5 Mary Roselle Auditee
5708251545 Andrea Caladie Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: Basis of Presentation Accounting Policies: Expenditures reported on the Schedule are reported on the modified accrual basis of accounting. Such expenditures are recognized following, the cost principles contained in the Uniform Guidance, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowable or are limited as to Reimbursement. Negative amounts shown on the Schedule represent adjustments or credits made in the normal course of business to amounts reported as expenditures in prior years. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The County has not elected to use the ten percent de minimis indirect cost rate as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards (the Schedule) includes the federal award activity of the County of Luzerne, Pennsylvania (the County) under programs of the federal government for the year ended December 31, 2022. The information in this Schedule is presented in accordance with the requirements of Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance). Because the Schedule presents only a selected portion of the operations of the County, it is not intended to and does not present the financial position, changes in net position/fund balance or cash flows of the County.

Finding Details

Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Repeat Finding: 2021-005 Compliance Requirement: Subrecipient Monitoring Criteria: The Uniform Guidance outlines various requirements for pass-through entities in Section 200.331, including the following items: a) ensuring all subawards are clearly identify to the subrecipient as a subaward and include certain required information; b) evaluate each subrecipient's risk of noncompliance with federal statutes, regulations and the terms and conditions of the subaward for purposes of determining the appropriate subrecipient monitoring; c) consider imposing specific subaward conditions upon a subrecipient, if appropriate; d) monitor the activities of the subrecipient as necessary to ensure that the subaward is used for authorized purposes, in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations and the terms and conditions of the subaward; e) depending on the pass-through entity's assessment of risk posed by the subrecipient, perform appropriate monitoring of the subrecipient; f) verify that every subrecipient is audited as required by Subpart F of the Uniform Guidance; g) consider whether the results of the subrecipient's audits, on-site reviews or other monitoring indicate conditions that necessitate adjustments to the pass-through entity's own records, and; h) consider taking enforcement actions against noncompliance subrecipients as described in Uniform Guidance section 200.338. Condition/Context: The County does not have a formal risk assessment process, subrecipient monitoring policy or oversight program in place to monitor its subrecipients as required under the Uniform Guidance. Questioned Costs: N/A Effect: The County cannot be assured that the subrecipient complied with the program requirements, nor can it determine whether there should be adjustments to the County's records. Cause: The County does not have the required written policies and procedures required by the Uniform Guidance related to subrecipient monitoring and as such, the County personnel overseeing subrecipients did not understand their responsibilities in regards to monitoring subrecipients. Recommendation: We recommend that the County revise its existing subrecipient agreement to include all of the required data elements under Uniform Guidance section 200.331. Further, we recommend that the County develop and implement the necessary written policies and procedures related to subrecipient monitoring to provide guidance and a formal process for employees to follow when monitoring subrecipients. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: The County understands and will seek to implement the necessary steps on a prospective basis.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Repeat Finding: 2021-005 Compliance Requirement: Subrecipient Monitoring Criteria: The Uniform Guidance outlines various requirements for pass-through entities in Section 200.331, including the following items: a) ensuring all subawards are clearly identify to the subrecipient as a subaward and include certain required information; b) evaluate each subrecipient's risk of noncompliance with federal statutes, regulations and the terms and conditions of the subaward for purposes of determining the appropriate subrecipient monitoring; c) consider imposing specific subaward conditions upon a subrecipient, if appropriate; d) monitor the activities of the subrecipient as necessary to ensure that the subaward is used for authorized purposes, in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations and the terms and conditions of the subaward; e) depending on the pass-through entity's assessment of risk posed by the subrecipient, perform appropriate monitoring of the subrecipient; f) verify that every subrecipient is audited as required by Subpart F of the Uniform Guidance; g) consider whether the results of the subrecipient's audits, on-site reviews or other monitoring indicate conditions that necessitate adjustments to the pass-through entity's own records, and; h) consider taking enforcement actions against noncompliance subrecipients as described in Uniform Guidance section 200.338. Condition/Context: The County does not have a formal risk assessment process, subrecipient monitoring policy or oversight program in place to monitor its subrecipients as required under the Uniform Guidance. Questioned Costs: N/A Effect: The County cannot be assured that the subrecipient complied with the program requirements, nor can it determine whether there should be adjustments to the County's records. Cause: The County does not have the required written policies and procedures required by the Uniform Guidance related to subrecipient monitoring and as such, the County personnel overseeing subrecipients did not understand their responsibilities in regards to monitoring subrecipients. Recommendation: We recommend that the County revise its existing subrecipient agreement to include all of the required data elements under Uniform Guidance section 200.331. Further, we recommend that the County develop and implement the necessary written policies and procedures related to subrecipient monitoring to provide guidance and a formal process for employees to follow when monitoring subrecipients. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: The County understands and will seek to implement the necessary steps on a prospective basis.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 - Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: 2021-004 Criteria: Title 2 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, The Uniform Administrative Guidance, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance), which became effective for grants or incremental funding made on or after December 26, 2014, requires entities that receive and expend federal financial assistance to have written policies and procedures in place related to certain compliance requirements. Compliance requirements that are affected include allowable costs, cash management and subrecipient monitoring. Condition/Context: The County has not prepared and implemented these formal, written policies and procedures to align with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Effect: The County is not in compliance with the Uniform Guidance as related to the above mentioned written policies and procedures. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: The County has not prioritized the preparation and implementation of formal written policies and procedures to align with the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation: We recommend that the County document, and where applicable, implement policies and procedures that are aligned with the Uniform Guidance to limit the risk for noncompliance with the terms and conditions of its federal award programs. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.
Federal Program: U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.027 - COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds U.S. Department of Treasury, Assistance Listing # 21.023 - COVID-19 - Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Passed through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Assistance Listing # 14.231 – Emergency Solutions Grant, Pass-Through Agency Grantor Numbers: E19-UC-42-0007, E-20-UC-42-0001, E-21-UC-42-0001, E-22-UC-42-0001, E-20-UW-42-0001 Repeat Finding: N/A Criteria: Pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Guidance, under section 200.512(a), the County is required to complete and submit its Single Audit and related Data Collection Form within 9 months of the end of its fiscal period (September 30) of the following year. Condition/Context: The County's Single Audit and reporting package was delayed for the year ended December 31, 2021, as a result of turnover within the County, beyond the 9-month due date. Effect: The County is not in compliance with certain requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including the Single Audit reporting requirements. Questioned Costs: None noted. Cause: As a result of turnover within the County, the completion and filing of its December 31, 2021 Single Audit and reporting package was not prioritized. Recommendation: We recommend that County management review its staffing and personnel responsibilities to prioritize the completion of its audit responsibilities within the prescribed timeframes. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees and will look to address in 2023. See the County's full response in its corrective action plan.