Audit 294652

FY End
2022-03-31
Total Expended
$285.06M
Findings
26
Programs
6
Year: 2022 Accepted: 2024-03-12
Auditor: Rsm US LLP

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
375563 2022-004 Significant Deficiency Yes E
375564 2022-004 Significant Deficiency Yes E
375565 2022-004 Significant Deficiency Yes E
375566 2022-004 Significant Deficiency Yes E
375567 2022-005 Significant Deficiency Yes AB
375568 2022-005 Significant Deficiency Yes AB
375569 2022-005 Significant Deficiency Yes AB
375570 2022-005 Significant Deficiency Yes AB
375571 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
375572 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
375573 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
375574 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
375575 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
952005 2022-004 Significant Deficiency Yes E
952006 2022-004 Significant Deficiency Yes E
952007 2022-004 Significant Deficiency Yes E
952008 2022-004 Significant Deficiency Yes E
952009 2022-005 Significant Deficiency Yes AB
952010 2022-005 Significant Deficiency Yes AB
952011 2022-005 Significant Deficiency Yes AB
952012 2022-005 Significant Deficiency Yes AB
952013 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
952014 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
952015 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
952016 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L
952017 2022-006 Significant Deficiency Yes L

Programs

ALN Program Spent Major Findings
21.023 Emergency Rental Assistance Program $135.39M Yes 1
14.871 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers $4.21M Yes 3
14.872 Public Housing Capital Fund $1.04M - 0
14.896 Family Self-Sufficiency Program $190,418 - 0
14.850 Low Rent Public Housing $98,734 - 0
14.879 Mainstream Vouchers $18,423 Yes 3

Contacts

Name Title Type
E6NXKD9M49D1 Vernessa Cotton Auditee
3125424713 Dan Sethness Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: Note 1. Significant Accounting Policies Accounting Policies: The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards includes the federal grant activity of the Housing Authority of Cook County (Authority) and 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) except for activity, if any, of the Authority's discretely presented component units. Therefore, some amounts presented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in the preparation of, the basic financial statements. There were no federal awards expended for noncash assistance, insurance or any loans or loan guarantees outstanding at year-end. Additionally, the Authority did not pass-through any funds to subrecipients. The schedule has been prepared using the accrual basis of accounting which is the same basis used in preparing the basic financial statements of the Authority. Expenditures are recognized following the cost principles in the Uniform Guidance, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowable or are limited as to reimbursement. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The Authority has not elected to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards includes the federal grant activity of the Housing Authority of Cook County (Authority) and 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) except for activity, if any, of the Authority’s discretely presented component units. Therefore, some amounts presented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in the preparation of, the basic financial statements. There were no federal awards expended for noncash assistance, insurance or any loans or loan guarantees outstanding at year-end. Additionally, the Authority did not pass-through any funds to subrecipients.
Title: Note 2. Basis of Accounting Accounting Policies: The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards includes the federal grant activity of the Housing Authority of Cook County (Authority) and 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) except for activity, if any, of the Authority's discretely presented component units. Therefore, some amounts presented in this schedule may differ from amounts presented in, or used in the preparation of, the basic financial statements. There were no federal awards expended for noncash assistance, insurance or any loans or loan guarantees outstanding at year-end. Additionally, the Authority did not pass-through any funds to subrecipients. The schedule has been prepared using the accrual basis of accounting which is the same basis used in preparing the basic financial statements of the Authority. Expenditures are recognized following the cost principles in the Uniform Guidance, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowable or are limited as to reimbursement. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The Authority has not elected to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. The schedule has been prepared using the accrual basis of accounting which is the same basis used in preparing the basic financial statements of the Authority. Expenditures are recognized following the cost principles in the Uniform Guidance, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowable or are limited as to reimbursement. The Authority has not elected to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate as allowed under the Uniform Guidance.

Finding Details

Finding 2022-004: Eligibility Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority failed to obtain, verify, and/or maintain required documentation to indicate participants’ eligibility under the Housing Choice Voucher Program in tenants’ files as required under CFR Title 24: Housing and Urban Development. Criteria: Under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 24: Housing and Urban Development, the Authority (as a PHA) is required to obtain, verify, and/or maintain the documents listed below to document participants’ eligibility: a. Certification of Application/Renewal b. Certificate of Income c. General Authority of Release Information d. Declaration of Citizenship or Eligible Immigration Status (such as birth certificate, social security card, etc.) Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the eligibility determinations. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with eligibility requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample size of 60 program participants, the following exceptions were noted:  In the Annual Reexamination of two program participants, executed Housing Assistance Payments contract was not part of the active tenant file. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-002, 2020-001 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority to provide refresher trainings to Housing Specialists on the basis eligibility criteria to conduct training updates and implement eligibility processing standards of the program. We also recommend the Authority to properly maintain supporting documents for every Annual and Interim Reexaminations in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the information collected on the Family Report (HUD-50058) submitted to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Per Form HUD-50058 Instruction Booklet, the data collected on the form is to be provided to HUD with a picture of the people who participate in the subsidized housing programs. Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) collect and electronically submit information contained on the Form HUD-50058 to HUD. The Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) system then captures this information and creates reports used to:  Analyze the subsidized housing programs  Monitor PHAs  Detect fraud, and;  Provide information to Congress and other interested parties View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-004: Eligibility Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority failed to obtain, verify, and/or maintain required documentation to indicate participants’ eligibility under the Housing Choice Voucher Program in tenants’ files as required under CFR Title 24: Housing and Urban Development. Criteria: Under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 24: Housing and Urban Development, the Authority (as a PHA) is required to obtain, verify, and/or maintain the documents listed below to document participants’ eligibility: a. Certification of Application/Renewal b. Certificate of Income c. General Authority of Release Information d. Declaration of Citizenship or Eligible Immigration Status (such as birth certificate, social security card, etc.) Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the eligibility determinations. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with eligibility requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample size of 60 program participants, the following exceptions were noted:  In the Annual Reexamination of two program participants, executed Housing Assistance Payments contract was not part of the active tenant file. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-002, 2020-001 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority to provide refresher trainings to Housing Specialists on the basis eligibility criteria to conduct training updates and implement eligibility processing standards of the program. We also recommend the Authority to properly maintain supporting documents for every Annual and Interim Reexaminations in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the information collected on the Family Report (HUD-50058) submitted to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Per Form HUD-50058 Instruction Booklet, the data collected on the form is to be provided to HUD with a picture of the people who participate in the subsidized housing programs. Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) collect and electronically submit information contained on the Form HUD-50058 to HUD. The Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) system then captures this information and creates reports used to:  Analyze the subsidized housing programs  Monitor PHAs  Detect fraud, and;  Provide information to Congress and other interested parties View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-004: Eligibility Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority failed to obtain, verify, and/or maintain required documentation to indicate participants’ eligibility under the Housing Choice Voucher Program in tenants’ files as required under CFR Title 24: Housing and Urban Development. Criteria: Under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 24: Housing and Urban Development, the Authority (as a PHA) is required to obtain, verify, and/or maintain the documents listed below to document participants’ eligibility: a. Certification of Application/Renewal b. Certificate of Income c. General Authority of Release Information d. Declaration of Citizenship or Eligible Immigration Status (such as birth certificate, social security card, etc.) Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the eligibility determinations. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with eligibility requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample size of 60 program participants, the following exceptions were noted:  In the Annual Reexamination of two program participants, executed Housing Assistance Payments contract was not part of the active tenant file. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-002, 2020-001 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority to provide refresher trainings to Housing Specialists on the basis eligibility criteria to conduct training updates and implement eligibility processing standards of the program. We also recommend the Authority to properly maintain supporting documents for every Annual and Interim Reexaminations in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the information collected on the Family Report (HUD-50058) submitted to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Per Form HUD-50058 Instruction Booklet, the data collected on the form is to be provided to HUD with a picture of the people who participate in the subsidized housing programs. Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) collect and electronically submit information contained on the Form HUD-50058 to HUD. The Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) system then captures this information and creates reports used to:  Analyze the subsidized housing programs  Monitor PHAs  Detect fraud, and;  Provide information to Congress and other interested parties View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-004: Eligibility Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority failed to obtain, verify, and/or maintain required documentation to indicate participants’ eligibility under the Housing Choice Voucher Program in tenants’ files as required under CFR Title 24: Housing and Urban Development. Criteria: Under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 24: Housing and Urban Development, the Authority (as a PHA) is required to obtain, verify, and/or maintain the documents listed below to document participants’ eligibility: a. Certification of Application/Renewal b. Certificate of Income c. General Authority of Release Information d. Declaration of Citizenship or Eligible Immigration Status (such as birth certificate, social security card, etc.) Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the eligibility determinations. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with eligibility requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample size of 60 program participants, the following exceptions were noted:  In the Annual Reexamination of two program participants, executed Housing Assistance Payments contract was not part of the active tenant file. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-002, 2020-001 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority to provide refresher trainings to Housing Specialists on the basis eligibility criteria to conduct training updates and implement eligibility processing standards of the program. We also recommend the Authority to properly maintain supporting documents for every Annual and Interim Reexaminations in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the information collected on the Family Report (HUD-50058) submitted to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Per Form HUD-50058 Instruction Booklet, the data collected on the form is to be provided to HUD with a picture of the people who participate in the subsidized housing programs. Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) collect and electronically submit information contained on the Form HUD-50058 to HUD. The Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) system then captures this information and creates reports used to:  Analyze the subsidized housing programs  Monitor PHAs  Detect fraud, and;  Provide information to Congress and other interested parties View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-005: Allowable Cost and Allowable Activities Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: $12,592 Condition: The Authority failed to maintain required documentation for program expenditures. Criteria: Per section 200.403(g) of the Uniform Guidance, Costs must be adequately documented. Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the expenditures selected. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with allowable cost and allowable activities requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample of 60 program expenditures, two of the expenditures did not have adequate documentation. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-003 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority train staff to maintain sufficient and secure records of program expenditures. We also recommend the Authority to scan all documentation so that information can be accessed by Authority personnel as necessary. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-005: Allowable Cost and Allowable Activities Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: $12,592 Condition: The Authority failed to maintain required documentation for program expenditures. Criteria: Per section 200.403(g) of the Uniform Guidance, Costs must be adequately documented. Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the expenditures selected. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with allowable cost and allowable activities requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample of 60 program expenditures, two of the expenditures did not have adequate documentation. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-003 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority train staff to maintain sufficient and secure records of program expenditures. We also recommend the Authority to scan all documentation so that information can be accessed by Authority personnel as necessary. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-005: Allowable Cost and Allowable Activities Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: $12,592 Condition: The Authority failed to maintain required documentation for program expenditures. Criteria: Per section 200.403(g) of the Uniform Guidance, Costs must be adequately documented. Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the expenditures selected. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with allowable cost and allowable activities requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample of 60 program expenditures, two of the expenditures did not have adequate documentation. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-003 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority train staff to maintain sufficient and secure records of program expenditures. We also recommend the Authority to scan all documentation so that information can be accessed by Authority personnel as necessary. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-005: Allowable Cost and Allowable Activities Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: $12,592 Condition: The Authority failed to maintain required documentation for program expenditures. Criteria: Per section 200.403(g) of the Uniform Guidance, Costs must be adequately documented. Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the expenditures selected. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with allowable cost and allowable activities requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample of 60 program expenditures, two of the expenditures did not have adequate documentation. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-003 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority train staff to maintain sufficient and secure records of program expenditures. We also recommend the Authority to scan all documentation so that information can be accessed by Authority personnel as necessary. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-004: Eligibility Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority failed to obtain, verify, and/or maintain required documentation to indicate participants’ eligibility under the Housing Choice Voucher Program in tenants’ files as required under CFR Title 24: Housing and Urban Development. Criteria: Under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 24: Housing and Urban Development, the Authority (as a PHA) is required to obtain, verify, and/or maintain the documents listed below to document participants’ eligibility: a. Certification of Application/Renewal b. Certificate of Income c. General Authority of Release Information d. Declaration of Citizenship or Eligible Immigration Status (such as birth certificate, social security card, etc.) Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the eligibility determinations. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with eligibility requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample size of 60 program participants, the following exceptions were noted:  In the Annual Reexamination of two program participants, executed Housing Assistance Payments contract was not part of the active tenant file. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-002, 2020-001 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority to provide refresher trainings to Housing Specialists on the basis eligibility criteria to conduct training updates and implement eligibility processing standards of the program. We also recommend the Authority to properly maintain supporting documents for every Annual and Interim Reexaminations in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the information collected on the Family Report (HUD-50058) submitted to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Per Form HUD-50058 Instruction Booklet, the data collected on the form is to be provided to HUD with a picture of the people who participate in the subsidized housing programs. Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) collect and electronically submit information contained on the Form HUD-50058 to HUD. The Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) system then captures this information and creates reports used to:  Analyze the subsidized housing programs  Monitor PHAs  Detect fraud, and;  Provide information to Congress and other interested parties View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-004: Eligibility Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority failed to obtain, verify, and/or maintain required documentation to indicate participants’ eligibility under the Housing Choice Voucher Program in tenants’ files as required under CFR Title 24: Housing and Urban Development. Criteria: Under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 24: Housing and Urban Development, the Authority (as a PHA) is required to obtain, verify, and/or maintain the documents listed below to document participants’ eligibility: a. Certification of Application/Renewal b. Certificate of Income c. General Authority of Release Information d. Declaration of Citizenship or Eligible Immigration Status (such as birth certificate, social security card, etc.) Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the eligibility determinations. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with eligibility requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample size of 60 program participants, the following exceptions were noted:  In the Annual Reexamination of two program participants, executed Housing Assistance Payments contract was not part of the active tenant file. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-002, 2020-001 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority to provide refresher trainings to Housing Specialists on the basis eligibility criteria to conduct training updates and implement eligibility processing standards of the program. We also recommend the Authority to properly maintain supporting documents for every Annual and Interim Reexaminations in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the information collected on the Family Report (HUD-50058) submitted to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Per Form HUD-50058 Instruction Booklet, the data collected on the form is to be provided to HUD with a picture of the people who participate in the subsidized housing programs. Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) collect and electronically submit information contained on the Form HUD-50058 to HUD. The Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) system then captures this information and creates reports used to:  Analyze the subsidized housing programs  Monitor PHAs  Detect fraud, and;  Provide information to Congress and other interested parties View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-004: Eligibility Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority failed to obtain, verify, and/or maintain required documentation to indicate participants’ eligibility under the Housing Choice Voucher Program in tenants’ files as required under CFR Title 24: Housing and Urban Development. Criteria: Under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 24: Housing and Urban Development, the Authority (as a PHA) is required to obtain, verify, and/or maintain the documents listed below to document participants’ eligibility: a. Certification of Application/Renewal b. Certificate of Income c. General Authority of Release Information d. Declaration of Citizenship or Eligible Immigration Status (such as birth certificate, social security card, etc.) Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the eligibility determinations. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with eligibility requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample size of 60 program participants, the following exceptions were noted:  In the Annual Reexamination of two program participants, executed Housing Assistance Payments contract was not part of the active tenant file. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-002, 2020-001 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority to provide refresher trainings to Housing Specialists on the basis eligibility criteria to conduct training updates and implement eligibility processing standards of the program. We also recommend the Authority to properly maintain supporting documents for every Annual and Interim Reexaminations in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the information collected on the Family Report (HUD-50058) submitted to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Per Form HUD-50058 Instruction Booklet, the data collected on the form is to be provided to HUD with a picture of the people who participate in the subsidized housing programs. Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) collect and electronically submit information contained on the Form HUD-50058 to HUD. The Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) system then captures this information and creates reports used to:  Analyze the subsidized housing programs  Monitor PHAs  Detect fraud, and;  Provide information to Congress and other interested parties View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-004: Eligibility Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority failed to obtain, verify, and/or maintain required documentation to indicate participants’ eligibility under the Housing Choice Voucher Program in tenants’ files as required under CFR Title 24: Housing and Urban Development. Criteria: Under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 24: Housing and Urban Development, the Authority (as a PHA) is required to obtain, verify, and/or maintain the documents listed below to document participants’ eligibility: a. Certification of Application/Renewal b. Certificate of Income c. General Authority of Release Information d. Declaration of Citizenship or Eligible Immigration Status (such as birth certificate, social security card, etc.) Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the eligibility determinations. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with eligibility requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample size of 60 program participants, the following exceptions were noted:  In the Annual Reexamination of two program participants, executed Housing Assistance Payments contract was not part of the active tenant file. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-002, 2020-001 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority to provide refresher trainings to Housing Specialists on the basis eligibility criteria to conduct training updates and implement eligibility processing standards of the program. We also recommend the Authority to properly maintain supporting documents for every Annual and Interim Reexaminations in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the information collected on the Family Report (HUD-50058) submitted to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Per Form HUD-50058 Instruction Booklet, the data collected on the form is to be provided to HUD with a picture of the people who participate in the subsidized housing programs. Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) collect and electronically submit information contained on the Form HUD-50058 to HUD. The Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) system then captures this information and creates reports used to:  Analyze the subsidized housing programs  Monitor PHAs  Detect fraud, and;  Provide information to Congress and other interested parties View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-005: Allowable Cost and Allowable Activities Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: $12,592 Condition: The Authority failed to maintain required documentation for program expenditures. Criteria: Per section 200.403(g) of the Uniform Guidance, Costs must be adequately documented. Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the expenditures selected. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with allowable cost and allowable activities requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample of 60 program expenditures, two of the expenditures did not have adequate documentation. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-003 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority train staff to maintain sufficient and secure records of program expenditures. We also recommend the Authority to scan all documentation so that information can be accessed by Authority personnel as necessary. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-005: Allowable Cost and Allowable Activities Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: $12,592 Condition: The Authority failed to maintain required documentation for program expenditures. Criteria: Per section 200.403(g) of the Uniform Guidance, Costs must be adequately documented. Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the expenditures selected. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with allowable cost and allowable activities requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample of 60 program expenditures, two of the expenditures did not have adequate documentation. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-003 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority train staff to maintain sufficient and secure records of program expenditures. We also recommend the Authority to scan all documentation so that information can be accessed by Authority personnel as necessary. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-005: Allowable Cost and Allowable Activities Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: $12,592 Condition: The Authority failed to maintain required documentation for program expenditures. Criteria: Per section 200.403(g) of the Uniform Guidance, Costs must be adequately documented. Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the expenditures selected. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with allowable cost and allowable activities requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample of 60 program expenditures, two of the expenditures did not have adequate documentation. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-003 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority train staff to maintain sufficient and secure records of program expenditures. We also recommend the Authority to scan all documentation so that information can be accessed by Authority personnel as necessary. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-005: Allowable Cost and Allowable Activities Determination and Documentation Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Program Name: Housing Voucher Cluster Assistance Listing Number: 14.871, 14.879 Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Program Expenditures: $150,680,972 Questioned Costs: $12,592 Condition: The Authority failed to maintain required documentation for program expenditures. Criteria: Per section 200.403(g) of the Uniform Guidance, Costs must be adequately documented. Cause: The Authority did not properly file documentation for the expenditures selected. Effect: Not maintaining appropriate documentation in the files limits the Authority's ability to demonstrate compliance with allowable cost and allowable activities requirements and could lead to reduced funding. Context: Out of a total sample of 60 program expenditures, two of the expenditures did not have adequate documentation. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-003 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority train staff to maintain sufficient and secure records of program expenditures. We also recommend the Authority to scan all documentation so that information can be accessed by Authority personnel as necessary. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for additional information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.
Finding 2022-006: Timely Submission of the Data Collection Form Federal Agency: All Program Name: All Assistance Listing Number: N/A Award Year: April 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022 Questioned Costs: None Condition: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Criteria: Per 2 CFR 200.512(a)(1), the audit must be completed and the data collection form and reporting package must be submitted within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the auditor's report or nine months after the end of the audit period. Cause: The Authority did not complete the audit within nine months after the end of the audit period. Effect: Noncompliance with federal regulations could result in the loss of future federal awards. Context: The Authority submitted the data collection form more than nine months after the end of the audit period. Repeat Finding: Yes, 2021-005 Recommendation: We recommend the Authority ensure the financial statements are complete and the audit is completed within nine months after the end of the audit period. View of responsible officials: Management concurs with the finding. See corrective action plan for more information.