Corrective Action Plans

Finding 538059 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Elderly Housing Corporation of Clay County 092-35748-Np-L8

MN

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Special Tests & Provisions Cash Management

Contact Person Dara Lee, Executive Director of Clay County HRA (Authorized Representative and Agent) Corrective Action Plan The Corporation is aware of the issue and has taken subsequent steps to ensure internal procedures are followed as established. Planned Completed Date for CAP Immediately

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Finding 538041 (2024-001)

Material Weakness 2024

Sylvan Heights Science Charter School

PA

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Reporting

The School had established processes to ensure the accuracy of required reports. For the PDE Reconciliation of Cash on Hand Quarterly Reports, all filings were reviewed with management immediately following submission. Given the low risk of material misstatement associated with these reports, the ex...

The School had established processes to ensure the accuracy of required reports. For the PDE Reconciliation of Cash on Hand Quarterly Reports, all filings were reviewed with management immediately following submission. Given the low risk of material misstatement associated with these reports, the existing procedures were effective in ensuring compliance. For the annual report, management conducted all reviews, discussions and approvals prior to submission; however, the review process was not formally documented. To strengthen internal controls, the School will implement a process to ensure that all reviews and approvals are documented in advance of submission. This will provide clear evidence of oversight while maintaining the efficiency of the reporting process. This is further evidenced by the Principal/CAO providing documented approval of the most recent report submission.

View Audit 349069

Finding 538018 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc.

CA

Reporting

We tested three months of reporting and noted that Catholic Charities is required to submit monthly reports to the County of Los Angeles withing 15 days of month end. All three months reports were not submitted timely. Recommendation: Management should ensure that timely reporting is prioritized an...

We tested three months of reporting and noted that Catholic Charities is required to submit monthly reports to the County of Los Angeles withing 15 days of month end. All three months reports were not submitted timely. Recommendation: Management should ensure that timely reporting is prioritized and bring in temporary assistance as needed. Action Taken: Catholic Charities has hired additional staff to ensure this is not a problem going forward. Name of responsible person: Daniel O'Brien, Chief Financial Officer Anticipated completion date: March 1, 2025 If there are questions regarding this plan, please call Catholic Charities of Los Angeles's, Chief Financial Officer at (213) 251-3410. Sincerely yours, Daniel O'Brien Chief Financial Officer

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Finding 538017 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc.

CA

Reporting

We tested four months of reporting and noted that Catholic Charities is required to submit monthly reports to the city of Los Angeles within 15 Days of month end. Two of the four months were not submitted timely. Recommendation: Management should ensure that timely reporting is prioritized and brin...

We tested four months of reporting and noted that Catholic Charities is required to submit monthly reports to the city of Los Angeles within 15 Days of month end. Two of the four months were not submitted timely. Recommendation: Management should ensure that timely reporting is prioritized and bring in temporary assistance as needed. Action Taken: Catholic Charities has hired additional staff to ensure this is not a problem going forward. Name of responsible person: Daniel O'Brien, Chief Financial Officer Anticipated completion date: March 15, 2025 If there are questions regarding this plan, please call Catholic Charities of Los Angeles's, Chief Financial Officer at {213) 251-3410. Sincerely yours, aniel O'Brien Chief Financial Officer

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Finding 538016 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc.

CA

Reporting § 200.510

2024-001- Organizations are required to prepare an accurate schedule of sources and uses of federal awards and the schedule of expenditures of federal awards. Recommendation: Catholic Charities management should add a step to the SEFA preparation process for reconciling the SEFA to government fundi...

2024-001- Organizations are required to prepare an accurate schedule of sources and uses of federal awards and the schedule of expenditures of federal awards. Recommendation: Catholic Charities management should add a step to the SEFA preparation process for reconciling the SEFA to government funding source total per the general ledger. Action Taken: Catholic Charities year end closing process now has a schedule that reconciles the SEFA to governmental funding source total to the general ledger. Name of responsible person: Daniel O'Brien, Chief Financial Officer Anticipated completion date: March 1, 2025 If there are questions regarding this plan, please call Catholic Charities of Los Angeles's, Chief Financial Officer at (213) 251-3410. Sincerely yours, Daniel O'Brien Chief Financial Officer

View Audit 349032

Finding 538013 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Hertford Housing Authority

NC

HUD Housing Programs Eligibility Reporting

Corrective Action Plan Section III – Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs Finding 2024-001 Name of Contact Person: Arnesa Holley, Executive Director Corrective Action: We will implement proper internal control procedures for the Section 8 Project Based Cluster eligibility requirements....

Corrective Action Plan Section III – Federal Award Findings and Questioned Costs Finding 2024-001 Name of Contact Person: Arnesa Holley, Executive Director Corrective Action: We will implement proper internal control procedures for the Section 8 Project Based Cluster eligibility requirements. Management has established a checklist for applications and will establish checklists for move-ins and move-outs. Proposed Completion Date: Immediately.

View Audit 349022

Finding 537995 (2024-002)

None 2024

Puerto Aqueduct and Sewer Authority

PR

Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.512

On July 31, 2024, the Authority issued the audited financial statements for the fiscal year 2023 and Single Audit reporting package corresponding to year ended June 30, 2023 was submitted on August 30, 2024. Currently, the audit for the fiscal year 2024 is in process and the Authority expects to iss...

On July 31, 2024, the Authority issued the audited financial statements for the fiscal year 2023 and Single Audit reporting package corresponding to year ended June 30, 2023 was submitted on August 30, 2024. Currently, the audit for the fiscal year 2024 is in process and the Authority expects to issue and submit the 2024 financial statements and Single Audit reporting package within the established due date.

View Audit 349005

Finding 537977 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

White River Valley School District

IN

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Special Tests & Provisions Reporting § 200.303

Context: For the one project sampled for Davis-Bacon requirements, the contract with the company did not include the clause for the federal wage rate requirements. The amount disbursed and reported on the SEFA during the audit period is $784,155. The School Corporation did obtain the weekly payroll...

Context: For the one project sampled for Davis-Bacon requirements, the contract with the company did not include the clause for the federal wage rate requirements. The amount disbursed and reported on the SEFA during the audit period is $784,155. The School Corporation did obtain the weekly payroll reports certifications from the company that performed renovations. Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Jennifer Graves Contact Phone Number: 812-659-1424 Views of Responsible Official: We concur with the finding. Description of Corrective Action Plan: Future contracts will include Davis-Bacon requirements. Any future contracts will be reviewed by the Superintendent or his designee to ensure that the required language is included in the contract. Anticipated Completion Date: Immediate

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Finding 537974 (2024-002)

Material Weakness 2024

White River Valley School District

IN

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Material Weakness Reporting § 200.302 § 200.303 § 200.328

Context: The School Corporation was required to submit two Annual Data Reports to the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) during the audit period to meet federal reporting requirements for ESSER grant awards. We noted that the ESSER I and ESSER II amounts reported for the reports covering the FY2...

Context: The School Corporation was required to submit two Annual Data Reports to the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) during the audit period to meet federal reporting requirements for ESSER grant awards. We noted that the ESSER I and ESSER II amounts reported for the reports covering the FY22 time period ($0 and $459,915 respectively) did not agree to the underlying expenditure records ($27,092 and $455,658 respectively) for the period of July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. Additionally, we noted that the ESSER II, and ESSER III amounts reported for the reports covering the FY23 time period ($459,616 and $22,273 respectively) did not agree to the underlying expenditure records ($107,610 and $1,274,716 respectively) for the period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. We also noted there was no documented, secondary review of the information in the annual data reports by someone other than the preparer. Additionally, the School Corporation was unable to provide the supporting reports containing the FTEs reported as of 9/30/22 and 9/30/23. Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Jennifer Graves Contact Phone Number: 812-659-1424 Views of Responsible Official: We concur with the finding. Description of Corrective Action Plan: Federal reporting will be completed by the due date assigned and approved by the Superintendent prior to submission. After submission, the reports will be maintained. Anticipated Completion Date: Immediate

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Finding 537969 (2024-001)

Material Weakness 2024

Western Michigan University

MI

Student Financial Aid Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Material Weakness

Condition: Of the 40 students selected for enrollment reporting testing, the University did not properly update the student enrollment information for 6 students accurately. Planned Corrective Action: To ensure accurate and timely reporting of student withdrawals, the Registrar’s Office and the Offi...

Condition: Of the 40 students selected for enrollment reporting testing, the University did not properly update the student enrollment information for 6 students accurately. Planned Corrective Action: To ensure accurate and timely reporting of student withdrawals, the Registrar’s Office and the Office of Student Financial Aid have implemented a new process in compliance with 34 CFR 685.309(b) and 34 CFR 668.22:  The Office of Student Financial Aid will generate a list of students who received all failing grades and whose last date of attendance was reported as prior to the end of the term. The report will be shared with the Registrar’s Office.  The Registrar’s Office will then update the student enrollment status to "Withdrawn" in the National Student Clearinghouse database, using the reported last date of attendance as the effective date.  All updates will be submitted within 30 days of determination or included in the next NSLDS reporting cycle, per federal requirements. Staff have received additional training to ensure accurate enrollment status reporting. Additionally, an internal audit process will be implemented to verify that enrollment records are accurately updated each semester. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Carrie Cumming, Registrar Anticipated Completion Date: July 2025

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Finding 537949 (2024-003)

Material Weakness 2024

South Harrison Community School Corporation

IN

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.302 § 200.303 § 200.328 § 200.329

FINDING 2024-003 Finding Subject: COVID-19 - Education Stabilization Fund – Reporting Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Carolyn Wallace Contact Phone Number and Email Address: 812-738-2168, extension 102 and WallaceC@shcsc.k12.in.us Views of Responsible Officials: We concur with the ...

FINDING 2024-003 Finding Subject: COVID-19 - Education Stabilization Fund – Reporting Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Carolyn Wallace Contact Phone Number and Email Address: 812-738-2168, extension 102 and WallaceC@shcsc.k12.in.us Views of Responsible Officials: We concur with the finding. Description of Corrective Action Plan: The following internal controls will be implemented related to the required reporting of information:  Supporting details of reported information will be retained within the grant files for audit purposes.  Documentation of the collaboration between personnel submitting the report will be retained for audit purposes.  Documentation from the Indiana Department of Education to assure that the submitted data was correctly uploaded will be requested and retained for audit purposes. Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025

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Finding 537876 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Jackson College

MI

Student Financial Aid Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.328

2024-002 – Untimely Reporting of Student Disbursements Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. One student out of forty tested received disbursements that were not reported to the federal government within the required timeframe. As a result of this condition, the C...

2024-002 – Untimely Reporting of Student Disbursements Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. One student out of forty tested received disbursements that were not reported to the federal government within the required timeframe. As a result of this condition, the College did not fully comply with the requirements to report disbursements within 15 days of disbursing funds. Auditor Recommendation. We recommend that the College implement policies and procedures, including designating an individual to oversee this reporting requirement, to ensure information is submitted to the Common Origination and Disbursement in a timely manner. Corrective Action. During the upload of records to COD, if a file is rejected, the Financial Aid Federal and State Coordinator will work to clear the reject and upload the record again. The process will continue until the record is uploaded successfully. File uploads are occurring weekly. Responsible Person. Lexie Seidel and Emmalee Gilaspie, Financial Aid Federal and State Aid Coordinators. Anticipated Completion Date. Spring 2025.

View Audit 348961

Finding 537872 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Grand Valley State University

MI

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting

Finding Number: 2024-004 Condition: The University did not retain supporting documentation including key data elements to support timely submission of the required reports to the federal agency. Planned Corrective Action: The federal agency has a new reporting system for FFATA through SAM.gov that a...

Finding Number: 2024-004 Condition: The University did not retain supporting documentation including key data elements to support timely submission of the required reports to the federal agency. Planned Corrective Action: The federal agency has a new reporting system for FFATA through SAM.gov that allows for more accurate reporting and less technical system failures. GVSU Office of Sponsored Programs will file FFATA reports within the required 30-day timeline and will share receipt of filings with GVSU Finance and the MI-SBDC to acknowledge timely submissions. In the event of any system failures or delays in filing, GVSU OSP will capture a screenshot of the error and work with the agency tech support team as well as notify both Finance and MI-SBDC so the agency can be informed. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Kim Squiers, Director, Office of Sponsored Programs Anticipated Completion Date: New procedure was implemented with the recent filings completed on 1/24/2025.

View Audit 348946

Finding 537780 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Grand Valley State University

MI

Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.502

Condition: Out of our 40 samples tested for allowability in the Special Education Cluster (IDEA), the University improperly included 2 expenditures for goods and services incurred or received in a prior year on the schedule of expenditures of federal awards (SEFA) in the current year. Out of our 40 ...

Condition: Out of our 40 samples tested for allowability in the Special Education Cluster (IDEA), the University improperly included 2 expenditures for goods and services incurred or received in a prior year on the schedule of expenditures of federal awards (SEFA) in the current year. Out of our 40 samples tested for allowability in the Research and Development Cluster (R&D), the University improperly included 1 expenditure for goods and services incurred or received in a prior year on the schedule of expenditures of federal awards (SEFA) in the current year. Planned Corrective Action: The university implemented a new financial enterprise software system that allows each department within the university to improve its ability to monitor and track status of invoices as well as reduce processing time by the Accounts Payable Department to vouch approved expenditures. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Karen Mushong, Controller Anticipated Completion Date: 06/30/2025

View Audit 348946

Finding 537676 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Grand Valley State University

MI

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.430

Condition: Of the 11 employees included in the hourly payroll expenditure sample selected for testing in the TRIO Cluster (TRIO), the University did not complete a full, executed review of the effort certifications with the time period outlined for 1 employee. Of the 7 employees included in the hour...

Condition: Of the 11 employees included in the hourly payroll expenditure sample selected for testing in the TRIO Cluster (TRIO), the University did not complete a full, executed review of the effort certifications with the time period outlined for 1 employee. Of the 7 employees included in the hourly payroll expenditure sample selected for testing in the Special Education Cluster (IDEA), the University did not complete a full, executed review of the effort certifications with the time period outlined for 5 employees. Planned Corrective Action: The university implemented a new grant management software in June 2024 that provides greater functionality to complete the effort certification process within the time requirement identified in the University's Time and Effort Reporting Policy. Winter Semester 2024 was certified timely under the new system and the university considers the finding to be fully corrected. Please note that this finding occurred prior to the implementation of the new system. Contact person responsible for corrective action: Associate Controller, Brenda Lindberg Anticipated Completion Date: The new effort reporting system was implemented in June 2024.

View Audit 348946

Finding 537643 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Northern Illinois University

IL

Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Student Financial Aid § 200.303

Finding 2024-003 Errors in Reporting for NSLDS Condition: Northern Illinois University (the University) did not properly report enrollment changes for certain students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and the internal controls in place did not identif...

Finding 2024-003 Errors in Reporting for NSLDS Condition: Northern Illinois University (the University) did not properly report enrollment changes for certain students who received federal student aid to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and the internal controls in place did not identify the errors. Corrective Action Plan: University has taken the following corrective actions that will eliminate all material exceptions: 1) The University will correct the software issue which caused some students with the new withdrawal grade code to not have a withdrawal status calculated correctly at the campus level. 2) The University will provide additional training and guidance to address the misinterpretation of withdrawal status effective date reporting which caused an error at the program level. Individual(s) Responsible for Corrective Action: Registration and Records Staff Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025

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Finding 537636 (2024-001)

Material Weakness 2024

Pittsfield Housing Authority

RI

Eligibility HUD Housing Programs Material Weakness

2024-001 - Eligibility Rent Calculation Material Weakness/Material Noncompliance The Authority has made a corrective action and Section 8 has implemented a checklist to accompany the tenant file to ensure all required documentation is obtained. Other HUD properties, staff has been trained and certif...

2024-001 - Eligibility Rent Calculation Material Weakness/Material Noncompliance The Authority has made a corrective action and Section 8 has implemented a checklist to accompany the tenant file to ensure all required documentation is obtained. Other HUD properties, staff has been trained and certified in rent calculations and redetermination. There is on-going oversight by the Authority federal public housing manager and the federal public housing specialist. Planned Completion Date of Corrective Actions: June 30, 2025 Persons Responsible for Corrective Actions; Tina Danzy, Executive Director Tracy Pero, HCV/PIH Compliance

View Audit 348913

Finding 537632 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Trinity Behavioral Care

SC

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting

Management has and will continue to work diligently with our auditor to make every reasonable effort to resolve this issue. Due to the cost-benefits of eliminating this condition, segregation of duties may continue to be a reportable condition. Currently management performs reviews of all aspects ...

Management has and will continue to work diligently with our auditor to make every reasonable effort to resolve this issue. Due to the cost-benefits of eliminating this condition, segregation of duties may continue to be a reportable condition. Currently management performs reviews of all aspects of the finance department including every payroll, monthly review of all expenditures; and monthly review of all accounts received.

View Audit 348911

Finding 537596 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

University System of New Hampshire

NH

Reporting Student Financial Aid Significant Deficiency

Student Financial Assistance Cluster – Assistance Listing Numbers 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the College review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Explanation of disagreement ...

Student Financial Assistance Cluster – Assistance Listing Numbers 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the College review its reporting procedures to ensure that students’ statuses are timely reported to NSLDS as required by regulations. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The College will update enrollment status reporting procedures and provide training to staff to ensure changes are reported to NSLDS in a timely manner. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Cathy Mullins, Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, Keene State College Planned completion date for corrective action plan: March 31, 2025

View Audit 348873

Finding 537587 (2024-004)

Material Weakness 2024

Metropolitan School District of Shakamak

IN

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Material Weakness Reporting § 200.302 § 200.303 § 200.328

FINDING 2022-004 Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Jeff Gambill, Superintendent; Jennifer Barcus, Corporation Treasurer; Jeri Morin, Data Coordinator Contact Phone Number: 812-665-3550 Views of Responsible Official: We concur with the finding. Description of Corrective Action P...

FINDING 2022-004 Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Jeff Gambill, Superintendent; Jennifer Barcus, Corporation Treasurer; Jeri Morin, Data Coordinator Contact Phone Number: 812-665-3550 Views of Responsible Official: We concur with the finding. Description of Corrective Action Plan: The Superintendent will prepare all annual data reports and have a documented formal review from the Corporation Treasurer and the Data Coordinator, prior to submission, to validate the accuracy and completeness of the data submitted. Anticipated Completion Date: Immediate review will begin of all annual data reports.

View Audit 348863

Finding 537561 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Seniorsplus

ME

Reporting § 200.508 § 200.510

Management will review and update processes and procedures over reporting and additional training will be provided as needed to prevent future findings.

View Audit 348846

Finding 537536 (2024-003)

Material Weakness 2024

Monterey One Water

CA

Reporting § 200.302

Corrective Action: The Agency has implemented additional review procedures to ensure all grant-related liabilities are reconciled prior to financial statement preparation. This includes working with the grant administrator to incorporate structured reconciliations of the WIFIA loan liability as par...

Corrective Action: The Agency has implemented additional review procedures to ensure all grant-related liabilities are reconciled prior to financial statement preparation. This includes working with the grant administrator to incorporate structured reconciliations of the WIFIA loan liability as part of our monthly and year-end closing processes.

View Audit 348798

Finding 537524 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Ignite

IL

Reporting § 200.510

The Organization will implement procedures to ensure that the SEFA is properly prepared.

View Audit 348753

Finding 537488 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

City and Borough of Juneau, Alaska

AK

Reporting Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Subrecipient Monitoring § 200.303 § 200.306

FEDERAL AWARD FINDING Finding: 2024-003 Significant Deficiency in Internal Controls over Compliance and Compliance – Setup and Monitoring of Reporting and Match Name of Contact Person: Angie Flick, Director of Finance Corrective Action: The accountants will be going through additional training on se...

FEDERAL AWARD FINDING Finding: 2024-003 Significant Deficiency in Internal Controls over Compliance and Compliance – Setup and Monitoring of Reporting and Match Name of Contact Person: Angie Flick, Director of Finance Corrective Action: The accountants will be going through additional training on setting up grants in the system and how to reconcile them. CBJ will also be completing a grant reconciliation process quarterly instead of annually. This will act both as a control as well as an opportunity to make timely corrections in the case of error. Proposed Completion Date: September 30, 2025

View Audit 348728

Finding 537481 (2024-008)

Material Weakness 2024

Cripple Creek - Victor School District Re-1

CO

Reporting

Reporting for Head Start Criteria: When the finance staff completes a SF-425, Federal Financial Report to request grant funds, it must verify the accuracy and completeness of the reports and that they agree with the underlying accounting records. Condition: SF-425, Federal Financial Reports submitte...

Reporting for Head Start Criteria: When the finance staff completes a SF-425, Federal Financial Report to request grant funds, it must verify the accuracy and completeness of the reports and that they agree with the underlying accounting records. Condition: SF-425, Federal Financial Reports submitted did not agree to the underlying accounting records. Management Response and Planned Corrective Actions: Management agrees with this finding and will utilize existing control procedures to reconcile annual financial reports to the underlying accounting data. Responsibility for Corrective Action: Charlotte Lindaman, Business Manager Anticipated Completion Date: Summer 2025.

View Audit 348703

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