Corrective Action Plans

Finding 404101 (2023-001)

Significant Deficiency 2023

City of Butler

PA

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Subrecipient Monitoring § 200.303

Federal Agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development Pass Through Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Program: Community Development Block Grants/ State's Program and Non-Entitlement Grants in Hawaii (CDBG), ALN 14.228 Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR Pa...

Federal Agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development Pass Through Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Program: Community Development Block Grants/ State's Program and Non-Entitlement Grants in Hawaii (CDBG), ALN 14.228 Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR Part 200.303, a non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal control over Federal awards that provide reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Condition: The City did not have a process in place to obtain invoices or other supporting documentation from the subrecipient to ensure that the CDBG funding was spent on activities allowed and allowable costs prior to reimbursing the subrecipient. Subsequent to making the 2023 payments to the subrecipient, the City obtained the invoices for review. Cause: The City did not have procedures in place to ensure that the CDBG invoices to support payments to the subrecipient were obtained and reviewed. Effect: The lack of internal control processes to review supporting documentation to ensure compliance with federal requirements prior to payments being made to subrecipients could result in unallowable costs to occur and not be detected prior to payment of funding to the subrecipient. Questioned costs: Unknown Recommendation: We recommend that the City obtains invoice support for all reimbursement requests from the subrecipient prior to payment. These requests should be reviewed for allowable activities and allowable costs by an individual knowledgeable of the program requirements prior to approving for payment. This review should be documented. View of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action: Mayor and City Clerk will be responsible for corrective action. The City will obtain invoice support for all reimbursement requests from the subrecipient PRIOR to payment. These requests will be reviewed for allowable activities and allowable costs by the Mayor of the City of Butler prior to payment. This review (invoices) will be documented and saved in a file on the clerk's computer. Trigger for the mayor to review invoices will be the email from DCED requesting signatures from the Mayor and the City Clerk. The procedures for reviewing all payment requests shall begin July, 2024 and shall be ongoing.

View Audit 310881 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 404100 (2023-001)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Boys and Girls Clubs of Toledo and the Toledo Newsboys Association

OH

Questioned Costs Cash Management Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. We selected a sample of disbursements that were charged to the grant. Of this sample, 5 out of 40 disbursements had questioned costs. Two disbursements had amounts submitted for reimbursement but no actual costs were incurred by the Organization. Another ...

Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. We selected a sample of disbursements that were charged to the grant. Of this sample, 5 out of 40 disbursements had questioned costs. Two disbursements had amounts submitted for reimbursement but no actual costs were incurred by the Organization. Another two disbursements included expenses for other clubs outside the grant agreement that was charged to the grant. The last disbursement was missing supporting documentation for the costs charged to the grant. As a result of this condition, the Organization did not fully comply with the requirements of the Uniform Guidance. Auditor Recommendation. We recommend that the Organization verify that costs submitted for reimbursement are valid and allowable expenses. Additionally, the Organization needs to properly allocate costs in accordance with the grant agreements. Corrective Action. Management concurs with the finding. The Organization will ensure valid and allowable expenses, including proper allocation of costs, are remitted through enhancement of the current review processes. Responsible Person. Stacy Holman, Chief Financial Officer. Anticipated Completion Date. December 31, 2024.

View Audit 310880

Finding 404097 (2023-001)

Material Weakness 2023

Midland County Hospital District

TX

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Questioned Costs Reporting

Management agrees with the finding that the Period 4 Provider Relief Fund report included expenses for utility and insurance expenditures that were not directly related to the District's prevention, preparation and/or response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Management reviewed HRSA guidance and examples...

Management agrees with the finding that the Period 4 Provider Relief Fund report included expenses for utility and insurance expenditures that were not directly related to the District's prevention, preparation and/or response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Management reviewed HRSA guidance and examples of allowable expenses prior to completing Period 4 Provider Relief Fund reporting and concluded these expenses were considered allowable as general and administrative expenses incurred during our response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Management notes that expenses and lost revenue reported exceed the amount of PRF funding received even if these expenses were excluded. We have taken corrective action for the review of completeness and accuracy for inclusion of allowable expenditures. PRF reporting, subsequent to this audit, will be reviewed prior to submission to ensure accuracy of reporting. Chief Financial Officer, Marie Castro, is responsible for ensuring the corrective action plan is followed. The corrective action plan will be implemented on June 30, 2024.

View Audit 310873 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 404072 (2023-012)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Lutheran Social Services of New York, Inc.

NY

Reporting Questioned Costs School Nutrition Programs

This has been resolved.

View Audit 310870

Finding 404058 (2023-002)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault Inc.

WI

Questioned Costs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Grantee Response: We acknowledge the finding of the audit regarding the overclaimed amounts and the need for improved reconciliation and claim adjustments. We will implement a review procedure to enhance accountability and transparency in managing federal and state grant funds. Contact Person: Kel...

Grantee Response: We acknowledge the finding of the audit regarding the overclaimed amounts and the need for improved reconciliation and claim adjustments. We will implement a review procedure to enhance accountability and transparency in managing federal and state grant funds. Contact Person: Kelly Moe Litke, Interim Executive Director Anticipated Completion Date: Complete

View Audit 310863

Finding 404041 (2023-002)

Material Weakness 2023

Sunrise County Economic Council

ME

Reporting Questioned Costs Material Weakness § 200.508 § 200.510

We provided the NOAA Award label and CFDA# as soon as we were able to obtain it from the program manager. We corrected the CFDA# for the Highway Planning and Construction as soon as we were able to obtain them from the MEDOT. The contract documents did not include that information. We reported the ...

We provided the NOAA Award label and CFDA# as soon as we were able to obtain it from the program manager. We corrected the CFDA# for the Highway Planning and Construction as soon as we were able to obtain them from the MEDOT. The contract documents did not include that information. We reported the revenue for the State and Local Recovery Funds in the award column. We now know to put the unspent revenue in deferred. We did not know the $310,000 was Federal Funds, we will know for the future. We will be sure to include Covid-19 labels and all the award dates in the future. We will look for training to prepare a SEFA document, it will be on our professional development list in this year.

View Audit 310862

Finding 404040 (2023-001)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Governmental Dept of the Fond Du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

MN

Questioned Costs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Finding 2023-001 – Special Tests - Character Investigations by Indian Tribes and Tribal Organizations Assistance Listing Number – 93.210 Condition: One employee out of a selection of 25 for testing was found guilty of a felonious offense or any of two or more misdemeanor offenses under Federal, Stat...

Finding 2023-001 – Special Tests - Character Investigations by Indian Tribes and Tribal Organizations Assistance Listing Number – 93.210 Condition: One employee out of a selection of 25 for testing was found guilty of a felonious offense or any of two or more misdemeanor offenses under Federal, State, or Tribal law involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact, or prostitution; crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children. Explanation of Disagreement: The Governmental Department of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa does not disagree with the finding. Corrective Action Plan: The Band will review its background investigation files for current employees to identify noncompliant adjudications that occurred prior to 2017. The employees identified as subject to a statutory bar under 42 C.F.R. § 136.405 will be unable to remain in their current positions. Name of Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action Plan: Karen Walter, HR Director Anticipated Completion Date: August 30, 2024

View Audit 310860

Finding 404039 (2023-002)

Material Weakness 2023

National Association of Chronic Disease Directors

GA

Questioned Costs Cash Management Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.303 § 200.403 § 200.405

Finding 2023-002: Overdrawn Federal Funding Condition The auditors identified duplicated federal award expenditures amounting to $380,644, resulting in overdrawn federal funds by $380,644. The excess cash on hand was not returned to the funding source in a timely manner. Correction action: NACDD has...

Finding 2023-002: Overdrawn Federal Funding Condition The auditors identified duplicated federal award expenditures amounting to $380,644, resulting in overdrawn federal funds by $380,644. The excess cash on hand was not returned to the funding source in a timely manner. Correction action: NACDD has experienced drastic change in size over the past 3-4 years. Current policies and procedures have not been adequate for the size and volume of the transactions experienced in FY 23. In addition, there has been significant finance/accounting staff turnover including leadership of the Finance team. +The impact of this deficiency was isolated to one cooperative agreement which closed out as of 9.30.23. NACDD performed efficient and effective subsequent disbursement procedures after year end to ensure that expenses for this grant and others were recorded in the appropriate fiscal year. In the process of preparing the FFR and researching further additional expenditures related to this grant, expenses included in the initial subsequent disbursement adjustments, related to this grant were duplicated. +The Correction action plan includes previously implemented augmentation of the Finance staff. Since the end of the FY 23 fiscal year, the finance department has been fully staffed with knowledgeable accounting professionals, many who have financial federal grant experience. There is now a financial analyst on staff whose main responsibility is to reconcile and record federal grant expenditures and receivables. This process is done monthly. We believe that this additional procedure will eliminate the recurrence of this and any other like issues. Procedures related to the weekly PMS drawdown have been expanded to include reconciling the accounts receivable by grant with the PMS accounts to allow only amounts listed in PMS which are supported with appropriate expenditures to be drawn. +Implementation of corrective measures: The above expanded procedures and oversight have been in effect for most of the FY 24 fiscal year. PMS drawdowns are now done weekly with worksheets that tie in detail to the weekly expenditures. In addition, a control checklist will be created and utilized by the Finance staff leadership to monitor and document the successful implementation of corrective measures. + Additional over-arching controls – The Finance team will execute an interim audit process inhouse as of 6.30.24 and every year going forward to further identify errors and irregularities that may exist. If necessary, additional policies and procedures will be implemented to provide greater scope and assurance in preventing financial reporting errors. Responsible Person Trish H. Strong, CFO Anticipated completion date June 30, 2024

View Audit 310859 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 403971 (2023-004)

Material Weakness 2023

Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Authority

GA

Special Tests & Provisions Questioned Costs HUD Housing Programs

Finding 2023-004 Operating Budget not approved until after the beginning of the fiscal year The Authority could not hold a meeting prior to September 30, 2022 due to personal circumstances of the Board members. The budget was approved at their meeting in early October 2022. The Board was aware o...

Finding 2023-004 Operating Budget not approved until after the beginning of the fiscal year The Authority could not hold a meeting prior to September 30, 2022 due to personal circumstances of the Board members. The budget was approved at their meeting in early October 2022. The Board was aware of the budget overruns but a revision was not prepared. The Board passed a Budget Policy at their meeting in January 2024 to correct this issue. Date of Completion: September 30, 2024

View Audit 310841

Finding 403970 (2023-003)

Material Weakness 2023

Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Authority

GA

Questioned Costs Eligibility HUD Housing Programs

Finding 2023-003 Ineligible fees for lawn service care and pest control charged and paid by resident of Authority Units The Authority immediately stopped the charge for the lawn care and pest control when the HUD Review was conducted. The amount of the reimbursement has only been recently determin...

Finding 2023-003 Ineligible fees for lawn service care and pest control charged and paid by resident of Authority Units The Authority immediately stopped the charge for the lawn care and pest control when the HUD Review was conducted. The amount of the reimbursement has only been recently determined. The Authority will begin the reimbursement process before September 30, 2024. Date of Completion: September 30, 2024

View Audit 310841 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 403969 (2023-002)

Material Weakness 2023

Southeast Georgia Consolidated Housing Authority

GA

Questioned Costs Eligibility HUD Housing Programs

Finding 2023-002 Internal Controls over Documentation in Tenant Files The auditors chose 40 files to review but have NOT and did NOT provide the listing of issues and missing documentation by tenant so the Authority could verify the auditors' issues. Until this information is provided to the Aut...

Finding 2023-002 Internal Controls over Documentation in Tenant Files The auditors chose 40 files to review but have NOT and did NOT provide the listing of issues and missing documentation by tenant so the Authority could verify the auditors' issues. Until this information is provided to the Authority a corrective action plan cannot be formulated. The Authority has already reviewed all 163 tenant files as a result of the HUD Review conducted by the Atlanta Field Office. The Field Office report was received by the Authority in late December 2023. Date of Completion: Awaiting information from auditors so any revision to the procedures currently in place can be updated.

View Audit 310841 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 403965 (2023-003)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Disability Rights Washington

WA

Reporting Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.328

Corrective Action: As part of DRW’s internal control revision, we will enhance policies and practices associated with reporting including the semi-annual SF-425. Steps: 1. DRW will review current systems and tools in use for reporting and complying with Federal award reporting requirements and modif...

Corrective Action: As part of DRW’s internal control revision, we will enhance policies and practices associated with reporting including the semi-annual SF-425. Steps: 1. DRW will review current systems and tools in use for reporting and complying with Federal award reporting requirements and modify or implement systems or tools that are more reliably accurate than current systems and tools. 2. DRW will implement internal controls that require the preparation and review of federal reporting requirements by two distinct people at DRW. 3. DRW will implement a reporting calendar and review regularly to ensure activities including preparation and review are being performed regularly and consistently. Anticipated completion September 30, 2024.

View Audit 310821

Finding 403964 (2023-002)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Disability Rights Washington

WA

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.430

Corrective Action: DRW will review and revise it cost allocation and program income documentation. Steps: Review current policies, procedures, and internal control documentation. Review will include agency cost allocation method and implementation as well as program income documentation. 1. DRW will...

Corrective Action: DRW will review and revise it cost allocation and program income documentation. Steps: Review current policies, procedures, and internal control documentation. Review will include agency cost allocation method and implementation as well as program income documentation. 1. DRW will update internal controls based on the suggestions for process, procedural and internal control improvement made by outside consultants. Suggestions will include the use of project codes in payroll documentation. 2. Review supporting records, level of effort and timekeeping systems to ensure proper level of documentation. 3. DRW supervisors will be trained on expectations of oversight and participate in quarterly review of financial status to ensure proper implementation. 4. The process will be implemented by the Fiscal Manager, the Comptroller and the Fiscal and Operations Specialist and overseen by the Executive Director. Anticipated Completion: September 30, 2024

View Audit 310821 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 403911 (2023-001)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Tallassee City Board of Education

AL

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management

Expenditures submitted for the Alabama Medicaid Administrative Claiming program included expenditures supported by federal funds and undocumented costs. Contact: Dr. Brock Nolin, Superintendent ...

Expenditures submitted for the Alabama Medicaid Administrative Claiming program included expenditures supported by federal funds and undocumented costs. Contact: Dr. Brock Nolin, Superintendent Corrective Action: Claims will be adjusted to correct the duplication of federal funds and undocumented costs. Policies and procedures will be implemented according to the recommendations found in the Schedule of Findings and Questioned Costs. Proposed Completion Date: Prior to the submission of the July-September 2024 claim.

View Audit 310807 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 403910 (2023-001)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Maverick County, Texas

TX

Questioned Costs Reporting Significant Deficiency

Date: June 21, 2024 Finding 2023-001: Performance Reporting Federal Program: CLFR American Rescue Plan ALN 21.027 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Treasury Federal Award Year: 2021 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Noncompliance Raul Trevino: The Count...

Date: June 21, 2024 Finding 2023-001: Performance Reporting Federal Program: CLFR American Rescue Plan ALN 21.027 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Treasury Federal Award Year: 2021 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Noncompliance Raul Trevino: The County has experienced a rotation of County Auditor position for the past 6 years, within 2-year term each. Unfortunately, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) was 100% handled by former County Auditor Sonia Junfin. The reporting submission was affected due to her resignation, but only for the quarter ending 12/31/2022. Corrective Actions: • Designate Access: During the 2nd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2023, the County ensured that not only the Auditor has access, at least one Assistant County auditor has access to the required information and system for report submission. • Cross-Training Program: During the 2nd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2023, the County implemented a comprehensive cross-training program to ensure all designated employees had a thorough understanding of reporting guidelines and procedures. • Designated Responsibility: During the 2nd Quarter of Fiscal Year 2023, the County designated specific individuals to be responsible of overseeing report submission deadlines to ensure compliance. Additionally, the County established clear communication channels for reporting deadlines and responsibilities to designated staff members. By following this plan, the County has addressed the issue of delayed report submissions and ensured smoother operations despite turnover in staff. Date corrective action plan was implemented: February 02, 2023.

View Audit 310796

Finding 403886 (2023-002)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Addiction Treatment Services, Inc.

MI

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Questioned Costs Procurement, Suspension & Debarment

Written Policies Required by the Uniform Guidance. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The Organization lacks written policies around federal awards for payments, procurement, and allowability of costs charged to federal programs. The Organization is exposed to an increased risk of noncompl...

Written Policies Required by the Uniform Guidance. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The Organization lacks written policies around federal awards for payments, procurement, and allowability of costs charged to federal programs. The Organization is exposed to an increased risk of noncompliance due to a lack of established written policies. Auditor Recommendation. The Organization should establish written policies that address how payments, procurement, and allowability of costs charged to federal programs are handled for federal awards. Corrective Action. The Organization is reviewing their policies and drafting new policies to address these areas. Anticipated Completion Date. September 30, 2024

View Audit 310759

Finding 403884 (2023-002)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Daleville City Board of Education

AL

Questioned Costs Equipment & Real Property Management Procurement, Suspension & Debarment § 200.303 § 200.313 § 200.439

Item 2023-002- Equipment and Real Property Management Recommendation: 2 CFR 200.303 requires the non-Federal entity to "(a) establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non Federal entity is managing the Federal statutes, reg...

Item 2023-002- Equipment and Real Property Management Recommendation: 2 CFR 200.303 requires the non-Federal entity to "(a) establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non Federal entity is managing the Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award." 2 CFR 200.313 and 2 CFR 200.439 requires that the following rules of allow ability must apply to equipment and other capital expenditures "Capital expenditures for special purpose equipment are allowable as direct costs, provided that items with a unit cost of $5,000 or more have the prior written approval of the Federal awarding agency or pass-through entity. The Chief School Financial Officer, Jessica Pettway, should review documentation for proper approval of equipment and real property prior to encumbrance. Action Taken: Management has reviewed the requirements of 2 CFR Section 200.13 and CFR 200.439 relating to capital expenditures and agrees with the recommendation. Effective July 1, 2024, the Chief School Financial Officer, Jessica Pettway, will review for proper approval of equipment and real property prior to encumbrance.

View Audit 310758 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 403882 (2023-001)

Material Weakness 2023

Daleville City Board of Education

AL

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Special Tests & Provisions § 200.303 § 200.326

Item 2023-001- Special Tests and Provisions - Wage Rate Requirements Recommendation: 2 CFR 200.303 requires the non-Federal entity to "(a) establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non- Federal entity is managing the Federa...

Item 2023-001- Special Tests and Provisions - Wage Rate Requirements Recommendation: 2 CFR 200.303 requires the non-Federal entity to "(a) establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non- Federal entity is managing the Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award." 2 CFR 200.326 and 29 CFR Part 5, Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to Contracts Governing Federally Financed and Assisted Construction (DOL Regulations) require the contractor or subcontractor to submit to the nonfederal entity weekly, for each week in which any contract work is performed, a copy of the payroll and a statement of compliance (certified payrolls). We recommend the strengthening of controls to ensure the prevailing wage rate clauses are included in the contracts and that certified payrolls are received for each week in which construction work is performed. The Chief School Financial Officer, Jessica Pettway, should review documentation for inclusion of the prevailing wage rate clauses in construction contracts as part of the bid process prior to expenditures being made. She should also review all invoices received from contractors and subcontractors to ensure that the certified payroll information is received for all weeks for which construction work is performed. Action Taken: Management has reviewed the requirements of 2 CFR Section 200.303 and 2 CFR 200.326 relating to wage rate requirements and agrees with the recommendation. Management has already communicated with all contractors and subcontractors regarding the wage rate requirements and has implemented additional procedures, effective July 1, 2023, stating that the Chief School Financial Officer, Jessica Pettway, will review documentation for inclusion of the prevailing wage rate clauses in construction contracts as part of the bid process prior to expenditures being made. She will also review all invoices received from contractors and subcontractors to ensure that the certified payroll information is received for all weeks for which construction work is performed.

View Audit 310758 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 403872 (2023-004)

None 2023

Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners

FL

Questioned Costs Reporting Special Tests & Provisions

The department has an internal process in place requiring the timely review and submittal of grant reports. This policy has been reviewed with staff and Management has counseled staff regarding the submission time frames and will take necessary measures to ensure review, signoff and timely submissi...

The department has an internal process in place requiring the timely review and submittal of grant reports. This policy has been reviewed with staff and Management has counseled staff regarding the submission time frames and will take necessary measures to ensure review, signoff and timely submission of quarterly Cash on Hand Reporting.

View Audit 310753

Finding 403862 (2023-002)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners

FL

Questioned Costs Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

The department has an internal process in place requiring the review and signature by Finance Director prior to the submission of quarterly report. This policy has been reviewed with staff and Management has counseled staff regarding the submission time frames and will take necessary measures to ens...

The department has an internal process in place requiring the review and signature by Finance Director prior to the submission of quarterly report. This policy has been reviewed with staff and Management has counseled staff regarding the submission time frames and will take necessary measures to ensure review, signoff and timely submission of quarterly Cash on Hand Reporting.

View Audit 310753

Finding 403861 (2023-001)

Material Weakness 2023

Washington County, Fl

FL

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Questioned Costs Subrecipient Monitoring § 200.303

Item 2023‐001 – Suspension & Debarment Contact person: Johnnie Pettis, Deputy Clerk Finding – Adequate controls were not in place to provide for proper review of covered transactions for suspension and debarment. Covered transactions, over $25,000 paid with grant funding were not reviewed for susp...

Item 2023‐001 – Suspension & Debarment Contact person: Johnnie Pettis, Deputy Clerk Finding – Adequate controls were not in place to provide for proper review of covered transactions for suspension and debarment. Covered transactions, over $25,000 paid with grant funding were not reviewed for suspension and debarment. Management Response – The County will implement additional controls to ensure there is evidence of review of covered transactions over $25,000 for suspension and debarment prior to payment. Johnnie Pettis, Deputy Clerk will be responsible for the corrective action and anticipates completion of corrective action will be taken before September 30, 2024. Effective date of completion: within the fiscal ending September 30, 2024

View Audit 310745

Finding 403850 (2023-003)

Material Weakness 2023

Palm Beach County Housing Authority

FL

HUD Housing Programs Questioned Costs Material Weakness

Housing Voucher Cluster – Assistance Listing No. 14.871 and 14.879 Recommendation: We recommend that the Authority designate an individual to review tenant files to determine if a rent reasonableness has been performed and was completed in a timely manner. We recommend the Authority hire outside co...

Housing Voucher Cluster – Assistance Listing No. 14.871 and 14.879 Recommendation: We recommend that the Authority designate an individual to review tenant files to determine if a rent reasonableness has been performed and was completed in a timely manner. We recommend the Authority hire outside consultants to assist with reasonable rent determinations or increase staffing in this area. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: Beginning in July 2024, the PBCHA will utilize the RFTA portal within its Yardi software for all HCV participant move-ins. Completing the RFTA process within Yardi provides online workflows that maximize efficiency, provide consistency, streamline compliance, reduce errors and increase reporting accuracy. The PBCHA will utilize available dashboards and reports to improve monitoring and oversight to ensure compliance. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Cheryl Lewis Planned completion date for corrective action plan: 12/31/2024

View Audit 310743

Finding 403847 (2023-002)

Material Weakness 2023

Palm Beach County Housing Authority

FL

HUD Housing Programs Questioned Costs Material Weakness

Housing Voucher Cluster – Assistance Listing No. 14.871 and 14.879 Recommendation: We recommend management should designate one person to oversee the inspection process to ensure that all inspections are performed in a timely manner. Furthermore, management should ensure no HAP payments are issued ...

Housing Voucher Cluster – Assistance Listing No. 14.871 and 14.879 Recommendation: We recommend management should designate one person to oversee the inspection process to ensure that all inspections are performed in a timely manner. Furthermore, management should ensure no HAP payments are issued for units that have not passed HQS inspections. We recommend the Authority hire outside consultants to assist with inspections or increase staffing in this area. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The PBCHA will review and/or renegotiate its contract with a third-party inspection vendor and ensure adherence to provide inspection reports. HCV staff will ensure that reports are reviewed and that units with HQS deficiencies are not paid housing assistance payments. The PBCHA HCV Leadership is working to determine a strategy to consistently monitor inspection reports for passed and/or failed inspections to ensure proper abatement of HAP after the second failed inspection. The PBCHA has diligently worked to recruit, retain and train staff within its HCV department despite today’s challenging employment environment. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Cheryl Lewis Planned completion date for corrective action plan: 12/31/2024

View Audit 310743

Finding 403814 (2023-005)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Institute for Sustainable Communities, Affiliate and Subsidiary

VT

Reporting Questioned Costs Cash Management

Management agrees with the recommendations. We are revising the Financial Management policies and procedures to ensure that the separation of duties is clear, and the report preparation and review process complies with this recommendation.

View Audit 310730

Finding 403813 (2023-004)

Significant Deficiency 2023

Institute for Sustainable Communities, Affiliate and Subsidiary

VT

Questioned Costs Cash Management Period of Performance § 200.303

Management agrees with the recommendations. We are revising our Award Management policies to ensure the closeout procedures are clear and comply with this recommendation. We will ensure that all relevant teams are part of the closeout planning process to ensure expenses are planned for and allocated...

Management agrees with the recommendations. We are revising our Award Management policies to ensure the closeout procedures are clear and comply with this recommendation. We will ensure that all relevant teams are part of the closeout planning process to ensure expenses are planned for and allocated correctly within the period of performance. We also established a Grants Compliance Team that will be responsible for the compliance oversight of awards from inception to closeout.

View Audit 310730

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