Corrective Action Plans

Finding 572246 (2023-035)

Material Weakness 2023

Commonwealth of Puerto Rico - Department of the Family

PR

Subrecipient Monitoring Cash Management Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.302 § 200.303 § 200.305

VIEWS OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS Based on the audit report submitted, it is recommended that the Cash Management Section Procedures Manual be amended, and that the segregation of employee duties be identified. To this end, work has begun on reading and amending the Manual. It will be updated consideri...

VIEWS OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS Based on the audit report submitted, it is recommended that the Cash Management Section Procedures Manual be amended, and that the segregation of employee duties be identified. To this end, work has begun on reading and amending the Manual. It will be updated considering both state and federal regulations. IMPLEMENTATION DATE During Fiscal Year 2025-2026. RESPONSIBLE PERSON Administration for Socioeconomic Development of the Family (ADSEF, by its Spanish Acronym)

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Finding 572243 (2023-034)

Material Weakness 2023

Commonwealth of Puerto Rico - Department of the Family

PR

Subrecipient Monitoring Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Procurement, Suspension & Debarment § 200.302 § 200.305 § 200.334 § 200.335 § 200.336

VIEWS OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS In Process Develop an operational procedures manual for each program under Uniform Guidance. Include flow outlining key processes. Assign personnel responsible for each function and establish periodic review mechanisms. IMPLEMENTATION DATE During Fiscal Year 2025-2026....

VIEWS OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS In Process Develop an operational procedures manual for each program under Uniform Guidance. Include flow outlining key processes. Assign personnel responsible for each function and establish periodic review mechanisms. IMPLEMENTATION DATE During Fiscal Year 2025-2026. RESPONSIBLE PERSON Administration for Families and Children (ADFAN, by the Spanish Acronym)

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Finding 572237 (2023-032)

Material Weakness 2023

Commonwealth of Puerto Rico - Department of the Family

PR

Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Material Weakness § 200.302 § 200.303 § 200.305 § 200.328 § 200.329

VIEWS OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS It is recommended, among other things, to establish internal controls that provide certainty, effective monitoring, data validation, and accountability for those employees who execute the reporting processes. To this end, the personnel responsible will be convened and ...

VIEWS OF RESPONSIBLE OFFICIALS It is recommended, among other things, to establish internal controls that provide certainty, effective monitoring, data validation, and accountability for those employees who execute the reporting processes. To this end, the personnel responsible will be convened and written processes will be issued to expedite the information requests and ensure their rapid submission. This will be in accordance with both state and federal regulations. Once the agreements are finalized, they will be submitted to the auditing firm. IMPLEMENTATION DATE During Fiscal Year 2025-2026. RESPONSIBLE PERSON Administration for Socioeconomic Development of the Family (ADSEF, by its Spanish Acronym)

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Finding 572045 (2023-004)

Material Weakness 2023

City of Bethel, Alaska

AK

Reporting Material Weakness § 200.512

Finding 2023-004 Late Reporting and Noncompliance with Reporting Requirements Name of Contact Person: Cindy Sharp, Deputy Finance Director Corrective Action Plan: Management will carefully review report deadlines and ensure that submission of reports is made before they are due. Management will...

Finding 2023-004 Late Reporting and Noncompliance with Reporting Requirements Name of Contact Person: Cindy Sharp, Deputy Finance Director Corrective Action Plan: Management will carefully review report deadlines and ensure that submission of reports is made before they are due. Management will also carefully review reporting requirements and ensure that requirements are adhered to. This includes the following programs: US Department of the Interior, US Department of the Treasury Federal Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) and Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. Proposed Completion Date: Fiscal year 2024.

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Finding 571748 (2023-003)

Material Weakness 2023

Bioscience and Technology Business Center, Inc. D/b/a Ku Innovation Park

KS

Equipment & Real Property Management Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.313

Management’s Response/Corrective Action Plan (Unaudited): Management agrees to address the finding in its capital asset tracking schedule. The Organization and its outsourced accountant have discussed the finding and will implement procedures on tracking capital assets funded with federal grants. Th...

Management’s Response/Corrective Action Plan (Unaudited): Management agrees to address the finding in its capital asset tracking schedule. The Organization and its outsourced accountant have discussed the finding and will implement procedures on tracking capital assets funded with federal grants. This tracking will be incorporated to the current capital asset tracking schedule. Planned Completion Date: June 2025 Contact Person Responsible for Correction Action: Adam Courtney

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Finding 571612 (2023-005)

Material Weakness 2023

Children's Defense Fund

DC

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Material Weakness § 200.512

Finding 2023-005 Name of Responsible Individual: Carolina Liriano, Grant Manager; Holly Forester, Controller; Sheri Brady, VP and Chief Program Officer Corrective Action: CDF will enhance its internal processes and staffing to ensure the timely submission of future Single Audit Reporting Packages...

Finding 2023-005 Name of Responsible Individual: Carolina Liriano, Grant Manager; Holly Forester, Controller; Sheri Brady, VP and Chief Program Officer Corrective Action: CDF will enhance its internal processes and staffing to ensure the timely submission of future Single Audit Reporting Packages. In January 2025, CDF hired an Outsourced Grant Manager dedicated to overseeing federal grant management, including the coordination and timely submission of all required audit and reporting packages. Key actions include:  Establishing and maintaining a robust timeline for audit activities, closely collaborating with both the accounting team and external auditors to guarantee adherence to submission deadlines.  Implementing a cross-training program within the accounting and compliance departments to mitigate the risk of disruption due to staff turnover, ensuring multiple staff members are proficient in handling audit-related tasks.  Scheduling regular internal audits and compliance checks to proactively identify and address potential issues well in advance of filing deadlines. Anticipated Completion Date: December 31, 2025.

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Finding 571611 (2023-004)

Material Weakness 2023

Children's Defense Fund

DC

Reporting Material Weakness Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Finding 2023-004 Name of Responsible Individual: Carolina Liriano, Grant Manager; Holly Forester, Controller; Sheri Brady, VP and Chief Program Officer Corrective Action: CDF will conduct a thorough review and update of its reporting policies and procedures to ensure alignment with the requiremen...

Finding 2023-004 Name of Responsible Individual: Carolina Liriano, Grant Manager; Holly Forester, Controller; Sheri Brady, VP and Chief Program Officer Corrective Action: CDF will conduct a thorough review and update of its reporting policies and procedures to ensure alignment with the requirements of Federal Awards. In January 2025, CDF hired an Outsourced Grant Manager responsible for overseeing the preparation, review, and submission of all grant-related reports. Key actions include:  Ensuring compliance with GAAP and federal regulations for timely and accurate submission of quarterly financial and progress reports.  Coordinating with relevant departments, managing grant accounting processing system submissions, and acting as the primary point of contact for grantor agencies regarding reporting matters.  Conducting mandatory training sessions for existing staff on the updated reporting procedures and compliance with federal requirements, with detailed instructions on Financial Reporting Forms emphasizing accuracy and timeliness.  Implementing a tracking system to monitor deadlines and the submission status of all required reports.  Scheduling regular internal audits to verify adherence to these reporting protocols and identify potential gaps in compliance. Anticipated Completion Date: December 31, 2025.

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Finding 571610 (2023-003)

Material Weakness 2023

Children's Defense Fund

DC

Cash Management Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.303 § 200.305

Finding 2023-003 Name of Responsible Individual: Carolina Liriano, Grant Manager; Holly Forester, Controller; Sheri Brady, VP and Chief Program Officer Corrective Action: CDF hired an Outsourced Grant Manager starting January 2025 who will assume comprehensive oversight of all facets of grant adm...

Finding 2023-003 Name of Responsible Individual: Carolina Liriano, Grant Manager; Holly Forester, Controller; Sheri Brady, VP and Chief Program Officer Corrective Action: CDF hired an Outsourced Grant Manager starting January 2025 who will assume comprehensive oversight of all facets of grant administration and compliance. The grant manager's duties will include ensuring that all reimbursement requests are substantiated by adequate documentation, such as actual invoices, payroll registers, and payment records. Key actions include:  Establishing a systematic process for the collection, organization, and retention of all requisite documents.  Implementing internal review and approval procedures to guarantee that every reimbursement request undergoes thorough vetting and receives approval prior to submission, with explicit documentation of the review process.  Instructing both existing and new personnel on these newly instituted procedures to prevent future inconsistencies. Anticipated Completion Date: December 31, 2025.

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Finding 571480 (2023-001)

Material Weakness 2023

St. John's Lutheran Home of Albert Lea

MN

Material Weakness Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

St. John’s Lutheran Home of Albert Lea submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended September 30, 2023. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: Lethert, Skwira, Schultz & Co. LLP, 170 E 7th Place, Saint Paul, MN 55101 Audit period: October 1, 2022 – September ...

St. John’s Lutheran Home of Albert Lea submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended September 30, 2023. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: Lethert, Skwira, Schultz & Co. LLP, 170 E 7th Place, Saint Paul, MN 55101 Audit period: October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023 The findings from the September 30, 2023 schedule of findings, questioned costs and recommendations. FINDINGS - FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT Finding 2023-001 - Auditor Preparation of the Financial Statements Material Weakness Finding Summary: The Organization does not have an internal control system designed to provide for the preparation of the complete consolidated financial statements, including the accompanying footnotes, as required by GAAP. We were also requested to draft the financial statements and accompanying notes to the financial statements. Corrective Action Plan: It is not cost effective to have an internal control system designed to provide for the preparation of financial statements and accompanying notes. We requested that our auditors Lethert, Skwira, Schultz & Co. LLP, prepare the financial statements and the accompanying notes to the financial statements as a part of their annual audit. We have designated a member of management to review the drafted financial statements and accompanying notes. Responsible Individuals: Heather King, Director of Finance, 507-473-1066 Anticipated Completion Date: Ongoing

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Finding 571255 (2023-001)

Material Weakness 2023

Touchstone Behavioral Health Dba Touchstone Health Services

AZ

Material Weakness Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Subject: Timeliness in Reporting: Criteria or Specific Requirement: Touchstone Behavioral Health d/b/a Touchstone Health Services must submit their financial and federal award information to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse within 30 days after Touchstone Behavioral Health d/b/a Touchstone Health S...

Subject: Timeliness in Reporting: Criteria or Specific Requirement: Touchstone Behavioral Health d/b/a Touchstone Health Services must submit their financial and federal award information to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse within 30 days after Touchstone Behavioral Health d/b/a Touchstone Health Services receives the audit report or within 9 months from Touchstone Behavioral Health d/b/a Touchstone Health Services’ fiscal year end. Condition: The fiscal 2023 financial statements, single audit reporting package and data collection form were not completed and submitted to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse until after June 30, 2024. Name of Contact Person: Janae Ben-Shabat, CFO Phone Number: 480-516-3116 Anticipated Completion Date: July 31, 2024 View of Responsible Officials and Corrective Actions: Touchstone Behavioral Health d/b/a Touchstone Health Services will establish additional policies and procedures and identify and dedicate specific personnel resources to ensure that system changes or other significant operational changes can occur without a significant disruption to reporting requirements.

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Finding 571194 (2023-105)

Material Weakness 2023

Pancare of Florida, INC

FL

Subrecipient Monitoring HUD Housing Programs Material Weakness § 200.303

Condition: No documentation of employee time approval by supervisors could be provided. The payroll clerk processes the payroll and finance director approves through the releasing of the payroll. However, there is no formal documentation of the overall review of the payroll process and the supervi...

Condition: No documentation of employee time approval by supervisors could be provided. The payroll clerk processes the payroll and finance director approves through the releasing of the payroll. However, there is no formal documentation of the overall review of the payroll process and the supervisors' approval to time recorded by employees. Corrective Action Planned: The Organization has implemented a new payroll process using the ADP system. Employees are now required to approve their own time within the ADP portal, and this approval is documented. Following this, supervisors review and approve their employee's time, which is also documented in the portal. Human Resources then prepares the payroll, reviewing all entries and initialing a shared file of payroll items and providing backup for changes. Once HR confirms accuracy, they notify Finance. Finance then reviews the payroll, with the Finance Manager providing the final approval within ADP once all items are confirmed. The entire process is fully documented, with approvals recorded within the ADP by employees and supervisors and the shared file drive where HR and Finance intimal off on the reviewed payroll times, ensuring a traceable record of the entire payroll approval process. Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Joe Derry, Chief Financial Officer. Anticipated Completion Date: Implemented.

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Finding 571191 (2023-101)

Material Weakness 2023

Pancare of Florida, INC

FL

Special Tests & Provisions Subrecipient Monitoring HUD Housing Programs § 200.303

Condition: The Organization lacks consistently applied processes and procedures related to the application of the sliding fee scale. The Organization also lacks a clear review process related to the sliding fee scale to identify errors quickly to allow for corrections to be made in a timely manner....

Condition: The Organization lacks consistently applied processes and procedures related to the application of the sliding fee scale. The Organization also lacks a clear review process related to the sliding fee scale to identify errors quickly to allow for corrections to be made in a timely manner. Corrective Action Planned: The Organization has hired a new Chief Financial Officer as well as additional supporting staff within the finance department. The Billing and Collections Policy was updated to waive co-pays for students in the School-Based Program. The Billing Department is in the process of auditing and implementing quarterly feedback & training sessions for the Operations Department for training and compliance for the Sliding Fee Discount Program. This process was implemented in 2025. Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Joe Derry, Chief Financial Officer. Anticipated Completion Date: Implemented.

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Finding 571176 (2023-003)

Material Weakness 2023

City of Marietta

OH

Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Procurement, Suspension & Debarment § 200.329

Finding Number: 2023-003 Planned Corrective Action: City Auditor will stay in contact with Municipal Court Administrator and the Police Captain to ensure they submit Quarterly Reports on a timely basis. Anticipated Completion Date: July 3, 2025 Responsible Contact Person: City Auditor Sherri Hess

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Finding 571171 (2023-002)

Material Weakness 2023

City of Marietta

OH

Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Material Weakness § 200.208 § 200.328

Finding Number: 2023-002 Planned Corrective Action: City Auditor has confirmed the ARPA 3/31/24 and 3/31/25 Project and Expenditure Reports submitted agree to City Accounting records. Anticipated Completion Date: July 3, 2025 Responsible Contact Person: City Auditor Sherri Hess

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Finding 571126 (2023-002)

Material Weakness 2023

City of Sammamish

WA

Subrecipient Monitoring Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Allowable Costs / Cost Principles

Finding ref number: 2023-002 Finding caption: The City did not have adequate internal controls and did not comply with federal wage rate requirements. Name, address, and telephone of City contact person: Vicky Carlsen, Director of Finance 801 228th Avenue SE Sammamish, WA 98075 (425) 295-...

Finding ref number: 2023-002 Finding caption: The City did not have adequate internal controls and did not comply with federal wage rate requirements. Name, address, and telephone of City contact person: Vicky Carlsen, Director of Finance 801 228th Avenue SE Sammamish, WA 98075 (425) 295-0590 Corrective action the auditee plans to take in response to the finding: The City has implemented process changes that requires project managers to forward appropriate wage documentation to Finance along with invoices for payment. Finance is able to verify the wage document prior to issuing payment for invoices. Anticipated date to complete the corrective action: Already implemented

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Finding 570896 (2023-001)

Material Weakness 2023

Local Redevelopment Authority of the Lands and Facilities of Naval Station Roosevelt Roads

PR

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.512

2023-001 Late Single Audit Submissions Category: Material weakness in Internal Control and Material Noncompliance Condition: The Authority has not timely submitted the Single Audit Reporting Packages for the years ended June 30, 2022, and 2023. Management’s Response: Starting in FY 2024-2025, the Fi...

2023-001 Late Single Audit Submissions Category: Material weakness in Internal Control and Material Noncompliance Condition: The Authority has not timely submitted the Single Audit Reporting Packages for the years ended June 30, 2022, and 2023. Management’s Response: Starting in FY 2024-2025, the Finance Department will maintain detailed records of all payments made, deposits received, and the reimbursement and transfer processes. This approach ensures that all reports are completed in a timely manner. To strengthen internal control over accounts, disbursements, and fund entries, the LRA’s Finance Department will hire additional personnel. These new team members are responsible for updating and managing accounting records. Together, they have established a strict timeline for completing important tasks to ensure a clear and concise flow of funds. The workloads will be divided among the team, with specific responsibilities assigned for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Bank Reconciliation, and Bookkeeping. Some responsibilities are interlinked, allowing team members to support one another in the event of absence or the need for assistance and providing documents to the external audits for the Single Audits. Person in charge: Juan C. Rodriguez Rivera Accounting Official 787-705-7188 Juan.rodriguez@lra.pr.gov Implementation Date: FY 2024-2025

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Finding 570728 (2023-008)

Material Weakness 2023

Oakland County, Michigan

MI

Subrecipient Monitoring Cash Management Material Weakness

Finding Number: 2023-008 Condition: The County did not have controls in place to ensure the subrecipient was paid within 30 calendar days after request for reimbursement was received. Planned Corrective Action: Chief Engineer – WRC, Evans Bantios, will review department processes regarding invoice d...

Finding Number: 2023-008 Condition: The County did not have controls in place to ensure the subrecipient was paid within 30 calendar days after request for reimbursement was received. Planned Corrective Action: Chief Engineer – WRC, Evans Bantios, will review department processes regarding invoice due dates and acquire approval documentation from the vendor if a payment is beyond the due date. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Chief Engineer – WRC, Evans Bantios Anticipated Completion Date: 06/30/2025

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Finding 570727 (2023-007)

Material Weakness 2023

Oakland County, Michigan

MI

Reporting Material Weakness § 200.502 § 200.508 § 200.510

Finding Number: 2023-007 Condition: Controls in place were not adequate to ensure the schedule of federal expenditures was complete and accurate. Planned Corrective Action: Reports in Workday along with new reconciliation workpapers will be utilized to ensure a complete and accurate SEFA in FY2025. ...

Finding Number: 2023-007 Condition: Controls in place were not adequate to ensure the schedule of federal expenditures was complete and accurate. Planned Corrective Action: Reports in Workday along with new reconciliation workpapers will be utilized to ensure a complete and accurate SEFA in FY2025. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Laura Randall Anticipated Completion Date: 06/30/2025

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Finding 570722 (2023-006)

Material Weakness 2023

Oakland County, Michigan

MI

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting Material Weakness

Finding Number 2023-006 Condition: The County did not file the required FFATA reports for CDBG subrecipients timely. Planned Corrective Action: Schedule FFATA reporting within 30 days of Cities, Villages and Township budget acceptance. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Laura Randall ...

Finding Number 2023-006 Condition: The County did not file the required FFATA reports for CDBG subrecipients timely. Planned Corrective Action: Schedule FFATA reporting within 30 days of Cities, Villages and Township budget acceptance. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Laura Randall Anticipated Completion Date: 06/17/2024

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Finding 570705 (2023-004)

Material Weakness 2023

Oakland County, Michigan

MI

Material Weakness Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303

Finding Number: 2023-004 Condition: The County did not have controls in place during the year under audit to ensure that the required certified payrolls were received by contractors and subcontractors. Planned Corrective Action: Develop a process with Neighborhood Housing and Development Department ...

Finding Number: 2023-004 Condition: The County did not have controls in place during the year under audit to ensure that the required certified payrolls were received by contractors and subcontractors. Planned Corrective Action: Develop a process with Neighborhood Housing and Development Department ensuring all appropriate documentation has been reviewed and received. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Khadija Walker-Fobbs Anticipated Completion Date: 07/15/2024

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Finding 570522 (2023-002)

Material Weakness 2023

Codeva, Inc.

VA

Questioned Costs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Material Weakness

The Organization has engaged a management consulting firm with expertise in financial accounting and reporting to implement additional review and oversight procedures in its financial policies.

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Finding 570222 (2023-018)

Material Weakness 2023

Kentucky State University

KY

Student Financial Aid Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking

Enrollment Reporting to the National Student Loan Database System (NSLDS) Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Education Federal Program Name: Federal Pell Grant Program; Federal Direct Student Loan Assistance Listing Number: 84.063; 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the University evaluate its pr...

Enrollment Reporting to the National Student Loan Database System (NSLDS) Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Education Federal Program Name: Federal Pell Grant Program; Federal Direct Student Loan Assistance Listing Number: 84.063; 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the University evaluate its procedures and review policies in overseeing submissions to the NSLDS completed by the third‐party servicer. Additionally, we recommend the University review its policies and procedures on reporting enrollment information to the NSLDS to ensure that all relevant information is being captured and reported timely in accordance with applicable regulations. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The University has implemented additional procedures surrounding NSLDS ensuring the information uploaded is timely and accurate. Enrollment is now reported by the Registrar's office to NSLDS and a quality control check is performed by reconciling a Banner system report to the NSLDS input report. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Varah Barnett, Director of Financial Aid Planned completion date for corrective action plan: June 1, 2025

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Finding 570100 (2023-002)

Material Weakness 2023

United Way of Southwest New Mexico

NM

Material Weakness Reporting § 200.512

The Organization became behind on audits and is in the process of cathing up. The Chief Executive Officer will implement a procedures that makes sure that the federal clearinghouse form will be uploaded on a timely basis. This will be implemented with the June 30, 2024 audit.

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Finding 570099 (2023-001)

Material Weakness 2023

United Way of Southwest New Mexico

NM

Subrecipient Monitoring Material Weakness Reporting

Our Organization has developed a Monitoring Policy to have better oversight of our sub-recipients. Our Chief Executive Office will implement this Monitoring Policy. The Grant Coordinator, will oversee the direct communications related to sub-recipients monitoring. The implementation of enhanced m...

Our Organization has developed a Monitoring Policy to have better oversight of our sub-recipients. Our Chief Executive Office will implement this Monitoring Policy. The Grant Coordinator, will oversee the direct communications related to sub-recipients monitoring. The implementation of enhanced monitoring tools and documentation standards will be completed by June 30, 2025

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Finding 569961 (2023-003)

Material Weakness 2023

East Side Neighborhood Services, Inc.

MN

Material Weakness Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions The Organization’s management is aware of this material weakness and has considered adding additional personnel to assist in the monthly reconciliations and financial statement preparation. Management reviews and approves the monthly int...

Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions The Organization’s management is aware of this material weakness and has considered adding additional personnel to assist in the monthly reconciliations and financial statement preparation. Management reviews and approves the monthly interim financial statements and uses the knowledge that management and the Board of Directors has of operations by having them review certain accounting records and reports. Also, management monitors the effectiveness of the above actions and makes changes as considered appropriate.

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