Finding No.: 2022-014 AL Program: 15.875 - Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories Area: Cash Management Questioned Costs: $482,041 Contact Person(s): Tracy B. Norita, Secretary of Finance / Nerissa B. Karakaya, CIP COTR Corrective Action Plan: Condition 1 (N. Karakaya): CIP a...
Finding No.: 2022-014 AL Program: 15.875 - Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories Area: Cash Management Questioned Costs: $482,041 Contact Person(s): Tracy B. Norita, Secretary of Finance / Nerissa B. Karakaya, CIP COTR Corrective Action Plan: Condition 1 (N. Karakaya): CIP agrees with the finding. However, this timing is inherent in our established process. For the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), once an expense is entered into Tyler Munis and posted, we request a drawdown for those expenses. The check clearing date will naturally occur after the drawdown request date because payment disbursement and check clearing are subsequent steps in the payment process. Our practice ensures that: • Drawdowns are based on recorded, approved, and posted expenditures, not on projected or unverified costs. • Requests for reimbursement are fully supported by documented and posted expenses, which comply with grant requirements. Corrective Action / Process Enhancement: Although we believe the current procedure meets federal and grantor requirements, we will: 1. Document the Existing Process: Prepare a written procedure that explains the sequence of posting expenses in Tyler Munis, requesting drawdowns, and issuing checks, to clarify why check clearing dates follow drawdown requests. 2. Communicate with Auditor/Grantor: Provide the written procedure to the auditors and grantor to ensure shared understanding of the process. 3. Consider Additional Controls (if recommended): If the grantor or auditor recommends further safeguards, CIP will evaluate and implement feasible enhancements. Proposed Completion Date: December 31, 2025