Audit 38248

FY End
2022-06-30
Total Expended
$20.55M
Findings
12
Programs
19
Year: 2022 Accepted: 2023-01-10
Auditor: Eide Bailly LLP

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
42373 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
42374 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
42375 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
42376 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
42377 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
42378 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
618815 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
618816 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
618817 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
618818 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
618819 2022-004 Material Weakness - N
618820 2022-004 Material Weakness - N

Contacts

Name Title Type
Q6H7C5QR4DM7 Denice Sinner Auditee
2182843365 Derek Flanagan Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: Basis of Presentation Accounting Policies: Expenditures reported in the schedule are reported on the modified accrual basis of accounting. Whenapplicable, 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. No federal financialassistance has been provided to a subrecipient. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The auditee did not use the de minimis cost rate. The accompanying schedule of expenditures of federal awards (the schedule) includes the federal award activityof the District under programs of the federal government for the year ended June 30, 2022. The information ispresented in accordance with the requirements of Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, UniformAdministrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (Uniform Guidance).Because the schedule presents only a selected portion of the operations of the District, it is not intended to anddoes not present the financial position or changes in net position of the District.
Title: Food Donation Accounting Policies: Expenditures reported in the schedule are reported on the modified accrual basis of accounting. Whenapplicable, 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. No federal financialassistance has been provided to a subrecipient. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The auditee did not use the de minimis cost rate. Nonmonetary assistance is reported in this schedule at the fair market value of commodities received anddisbursed. At June 30, 2022 the District had food commodities totaling $83,159 in inventory.

Finding Details

Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.
Department of Education, Passed through Minnesota Department of Education Federal Financial Assistance Listing/CFDA Number 84.425 COVID-19 Education Stabilization Fund, 84.425DC FIN 155 and 84.425UC FIN 160 Special Tests and Provisions Material Noncompliance and Material Weakness in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria ? Uniform Guidance and 2 CFR 656.40 through 656.41 set forth the standards nonfederal entities other than states must follow when operating federal programs. Condition ? In our testing of Special Tests and Provisions, it was identified that the District did not satisfy the requirements of 2 CFR 656.40 through 2 CFR 656.41. The District did not ensure proper inclusion of prevailing wage rate clauses were included in a construction contract and also did not obtain proper support to ensure required certified payrolls were submitted. Cause ? Lack of oversight, awareness, or understanding of all of the specific requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections, and controls were not adequately designed to ensure compliance with all of these requirements. Effect ? Lack of compliance to federal requirements increases the overall risk of non-compliance. Questioned Costs ? None reported Context/Sampling ? All contracts were selected for testing. Repeat Finding from Prior Years ? No Recommendation ? We recommend that management establish controls to follow all applicable requirements under Uniform Guidance and applicable CFR sections. View of responsible officials ? There is no disagreement with the finding.