Audit 355203

FY End
2024-06-30
Total Expended
$821,979
Findings
2
Programs
1
Organization: City of Diamond Bar (CA)
Year: 2024 Accepted: 2025-04-30
Auditor: Lsl CPAS

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
558975 2024-001 Material Weakness - N
1135417 2024-001 Material Weakness - N

Programs

ALN Program Spent Major Findings
14.218 Community Development Block Grants/entitlement Grants $821,979 Yes 1

Contacts

Name Title Type
HLSTVFWGXHF9 Jason Jacobsen Auditee
9098397051 Christian Townes Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: A. Scope of Presentation Accounting Policies: The expenditures included in the accompanying schedule were reported on the modified accrual basis of accounting. Under the modified accrual basis of accounting, expenditures are incurred when the City becomes obligated for payment as a result of the receipt of the related goods and services. Expenditures reported included any property or equipment acquisitions incurred under the federal program. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The City did not elect to use the 10% de minimis cost rate. The accompanying schedule presents only the expenditures incurred by the City of Diamond Bar, California, that are reimbursable under federal programs of federal financial assistance. For the purposes of this schedule, federal awards include both federal financial assistance received directly from a federal agency, as well as federal funds received indirectly by the City from a non-federal agency or other organization. Only the portion of program expenditures reimbursable with such federal funds is reported in the accompanying schedule. Program expenditures in excess of the maximum federal reimbursement authorized or the portion of the program expenditures that were funded with state, local or other non-federal funds are excluded from the accompanying schedule.
Title: D.Loan Program with Continuing Compliance Accounting Policies: The expenditures included in the accompanying schedule were reported on the modified accrual basis of accounting. Under the modified accrual basis of accounting, expenditures are incurred when the City becomes obligated for payment as a result of the receipt of the related goods and services. Expenditures reported included any property or equipment acquisitions incurred under the federal program. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The City did not elect to use the 10% de minimis cost rate. The program loans listed below are administered directly by the City, and balances and transactions relating to these programs are included in the City’s basic financial statements. Loans made during the fiscal year, if any, are included in the federal expenditures presented in the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards. The balance of loans outstanding at June 30, 2024 consists of:

Finding Details

2024-001 – Noncompliance with Continuing Loan Monitoring Requirements Material Weakness/Noncompliance Criteria: The City is a subrecipient of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) for the Home Improvement Program. Per the grant agreement with LACDA, the City must regularly monitor loan recipients’ compliance with the loan agreement and program guidelines. Condition: The City is not adhering to their established policy to oversee loan compliance requirements and has not retained adequate documentation to demonstrate ongoing adherence to these requirements. Cause: The noncompliance is attributed to the City being unfamiliar with the continuing loan compliance requirements specified within the CDBG grant program and LACDA grant agreement. Effect or potential effect: The failure to comply with the continuing loan compliance requirements poses significant risks, including: • Potential mismanagement or misuse of funds by loan recipients. • Increased likelihood of default or financial instability among borrowers. • Inaccurate financial reporting and lack of accountability. • Overall diminished effectiveness and credibility of the CDBG program. Questioned costs: No questioned identified. Context: We tested 8 out of 37 loans that existed prior to the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, noting the City did not have sufficient documentation to support continuing loan compliance requirements were met. Through discussions with the City, the City was unaware of the continuing loan compliance requirements per the grant agreement with LACDA. Recommendation: To address and rectify this noncompliance issue, it is recommended that the following actions be implemented: • Provide comprehensive training on monitoring procedures and compliance requirements. • Review grant policies checklists to ensure thorough and consistent treatment. • Establish a regular schedule for loan evaluations, document inspections, and follow-up actions. By taking these corrective measures, the City can ensure it meets the continuing loan monitoring requirements and supports the success and integrity of the Community Block Development program.
2024-001 – Noncompliance with Continuing Loan Monitoring Requirements Material Weakness/Noncompliance Criteria: The City is a subrecipient of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) for the Home Improvement Program. Per the grant agreement with LACDA, the City must regularly monitor loan recipients’ compliance with the loan agreement and program guidelines. Condition: The City is not adhering to their established policy to oversee loan compliance requirements and has not retained adequate documentation to demonstrate ongoing adherence to these requirements. Cause: The noncompliance is attributed to the City being unfamiliar with the continuing loan compliance requirements specified within the CDBG grant program and LACDA grant agreement. Effect or potential effect: The failure to comply with the continuing loan compliance requirements poses significant risks, including: • Potential mismanagement or misuse of funds by loan recipients. • Increased likelihood of default or financial instability among borrowers. • Inaccurate financial reporting and lack of accountability. • Overall diminished effectiveness and credibility of the CDBG program. Questioned costs: No questioned identified. Context: We tested 8 out of 37 loans that existed prior to the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, noting the City did not have sufficient documentation to support continuing loan compliance requirements were met. Through discussions with the City, the City was unaware of the continuing loan compliance requirements per the grant agreement with LACDA. Recommendation: To address and rectify this noncompliance issue, it is recommended that the following actions be implemented: • Provide comprehensive training on monitoring procedures and compliance requirements. • Review grant policies checklists to ensure thorough and consistent treatment. • Establish a regular schedule for loan evaluations, document inspections, and follow-up actions. By taking these corrective measures, the City can ensure it meets the continuing loan monitoring requirements and supports the success and integrity of the Community Block Development program.