Audit 331113

FY End
2024-06-30
Total Expended
$2.33M
Findings
2
Programs
3
Organization: City of Algona (IA)
Year: 2024 Accepted: 2024-12-05

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
513128 2024-002 Significant Deficiency - ABFGLN
1089570 2024-002 Significant Deficiency - ABFGLN

Contacts

Name Title Type
ZW2CJQ44XED9 Debra Bell Auditee
5152952411 Tim McCartan Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: Basis of Presentation Accounting Policies: Expenditures reported in the Schedule are reported on the basis of cash receipts and disbursements, which is a basis of accounting other than U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. 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. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The City has not elected to use the 10% de minimis indirect cost rate as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. The accompanying Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (Schedule) includes the federal award activity of the City of Algona under programs of the federal government for the year ended June 30, 2024. 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 City, it is not intended to and does not present the financial position, changes in financial position or cash flows of the City.
Title: Sub-recipients Accounting Policies: Expenditures reported in the Schedule are reported on the basis of cash receipts and disbursements, which is a basis of accounting other than U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. 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. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The City has not elected to use the 10% de minimis indirect cost rate as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. The City of Algona did not pass through any federal funds to sub-recipients for the year ended June 30, 2024.

Finding Details

Special Tests and Provision Criteria – The basic requirement for use of airport revenue is that all revenues generated by a public airport must be expended for the capital or operating costs of the airport and the local airport system. The City should have a proper written policy in regards to how airport revenue is to be spent. Condition – The City did not establish a written policy for the use of airport revenue. However, the City has established a separate set of general ledger accounts specifically to segregate airport revenues and expenses. While no written policy exists, the City has maintained proper tracking to ensure revenue is spent according to the terms and conditions of the grant. Cause – The City’s management was not aware that they needed to have a written policy regarding airport revenue. Effect – The City is not in compliance with Federal regulations pertaining special tests and provisions as required by the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation – The City should establish a written policy for the use of airport revenue. Corrective Action – The City will establish a written policy for the use of airport revenue. Conclusion – Response accepted.
Special Tests and Provision Criteria – The basic requirement for use of airport revenue is that all revenues generated by a public airport must be expended for the capital or operating costs of the airport and the local airport system. The City should have a proper written policy in regards to how airport revenue is to be spent. Condition – The City did not establish a written policy for the use of airport revenue. However, the City has established a separate set of general ledger accounts specifically to segregate airport revenues and expenses. While no written policy exists, the City has maintained proper tracking to ensure revenue is spent according to the terms and conditions of the grant. Cause – The City’s management was not aware that they needed to have a written policy regarding airport revenue. Effect – The City is not in compliance with Federal regulations pertaining special tests and provisions as required by the Uniform Guidance. Recommendation – The City should establish a written policy for the use of airport revenue. Corrective Action – The City will establish a written policy for the use of airport revenue. Conclusion – Response accepted.