Corrective Action Plans

Finding 59299 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

MO

Subrecipient Monitoring Significant Deficiency

Gramm-Leach -Bliley Act (GLBA) Compliance Planned Corrective Action: In regards to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GBLA), we concur that Hannibal- LaGrange University (HLGU) has not adequately addressed the requirements of the GBLA. In an effort to rectify this issue, the director of Computer Services,...

Gramm-Leach -Bliley Act (GLBA) Compliance Planned Corrective Action: In regards to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GBLA), we concur that Hannibal- LaGrange University (HLGU) has not adequately addressed the requirements of the GBLA. In an effort to rectify this issue, the director of Computer Services, Dr. Michelle Todd, is in contact with the security team of the Missouri Research and Education Network (MORENet) and has begun to work through a security assessment, which provides a roadmap for making current and continual improvements in regards to the security of the network. MOREN et is a membership consortium that operates as a department within the University of Missouri System, assisting members with network and security support. This process with MORENet will provide HLGU with guidance to develop a program that would protect the exposure of student information security risks. Person Responsible for Corrective Action Plan: Dr. Michelle Todd, Director of Computer Services Anticipated Date of Completion: Fall 2023

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Finding 59293 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Martinsville Henry County Coalition for Health and Wellness

VA

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Cash Management Reporting

March 17, 2023 Department of Health and Human Services: Martinsville Henry County Coalition for Health and Wellness respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Independent public accounting firm: Foti, Flynn, Lowen & Co., Roanoke, VA Audit period: Year...

March 17, 2023 Department of Health and Human Services: Martinsville Henry County Coalition for Health and Wellness respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Independent public accounting firm: Foti, Flynn, Lowen & Co., Roanoke, VA Audit period: Year ended June 30, 2022 The findings from the year ended June 30, 2022 Schedule of Findings and Questions Costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDING ? MAJOR FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDIT ? Significant Deficiency Finding No. 2022-002: Lack of review of underlying expenses supporting federal grant drawdowns/revenue. Recommendation: Martinsville Henry County Coalition for Health and Wellness should assign an employee with suitable knowledge and skill to review the underlying expenses supporting federal grants drawdowns/revenue to ensure that no expenses are supporting more than one drawdown or being double counted within the same drawdown. This employee should be someone other than the employee who prepared the drawdown. Additionally, we should provide external and on-the-job training of staff to further develop their financial accounting acumen. Action Taken: We concur with the recommendations and are in the process of implementing the recommendations.

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Finding 59275 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Wenden Elementary School District No. 19

AZ

Reporting Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

For all new grants, we will contact grantor agencies to obtain a determination of grant funding. In addition, grants will be compared to SAM.gov to determine if a grant is potentially federally funded. In addition, federal grant expenditures will be monitored and if federal expenditures are expected...

For all new grants, we will contact grantor agencies to obtain a determination of grant funding. In addition, grants will be compared to SAM.gov to determine if a grant is potentially federally funded. In addition, federal grant expenditures will be monitored and if federal expenditures are expected to exceed $750,000 for the fiscal year, then the District will enter into an engagement to have a single audit completed by the required due date.

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Finding 59221 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School

PA

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.303

U.S. Department of Education KIPP North Philadelphia Charter School respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The find...

U.S. Department of Education KIPP North Philadelphia Charter School respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDITS U.S. Department of Education 2022-002 Education Stabilization Fund: 84.425D Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund Recommendation: To ensure timeliness and accountability with the required reporting to the Pennsylvania Department of Education, we recommend management review and update procedures to establish consistent preparation, review, and submission of all program reports by the required deadline. Such controls would ensure timely and accurate reporting being produced and optimum cash flow management. Explanation of Disagreement with Audit Finding There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The team began expanding to close the capacity gaps. A public grants manager was added in April 2022. Additionally, the team began recruiting for a Controller. This role will be onboarding in spring 2023. In addition to the new roles, the Controller will be tasked with reviewing policies and procedures and identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action: Natalie Wiltshire, Chief Operating Officer ? Phone: 215-294-8596 Email: nwiltshire@kippphiladelphia.org Planned completion date for corrective action plan: 09/30/2023 If the U.S. Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please contact Natalie Wiltshire at 215-294-8596.

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Finding 59180 (2022-001)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Davidson County, North Carolina

NC

Reporting Significant Deficiency

Finding: 2022-001 Name of Contact Person: Lillian Koontz, Director Corrective Action/Management?s Response: The Health department implemented a reminder system for staff via a shared calendar through email. Appropriate staff are notified one week and one day before their report is due. This was impl...

Finding: 2022-001 Name of Contact Person: Lillian Koontz, Director Corrective Action/Management?s Response: The Health department implemented a reminder system for staff via a shared calendar through email. Appropriate staff are notified one week and one day before their report is due. This was implemented on August 1, 2022 in order to remind staff of July 2022 reporting due dates. This has proven to be successful. Proposed Completion Date: August 1, 2022

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Finding 59178 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

National Museum of African American Music

TN

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Significant Deficiency

Finding 2022-002 - Significant Deficiency over Internal Controls over Cash Disbursements for Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Assistance Listing #21.027 Recommendation: NMAAM management should require that the established controls be followed in all circumstances. Corrective Action:...

Finding 2022-002 - Significant Deficiency over Internal Controls over Cash Disbursements for Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Assistance Listing #21.027 Recommendation: NMAAM management should require that the established controls be followed in all circumstances. Corrective Action: In order to maintain accounting standards and to effectively support future financial reporting, NMAAM will continue to work towards fully understanding the intricacies of the accounting systems in place, define control procedures for key areas of the accounting process, and assure that proper controls are in place. Furthermore, NMAAM will do random internal audits to assure compliance against said controls are adhered to. Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Vice President of Finance Anticipated Completion Date for Corrective Action: The Corrective Action will be immediately implemented in response to the auditor's recommendation.

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Finding 59174 (2022-005)

Significant Deficiency 2022

State of Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning

MS

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Reporting Significant Deficiency

U.S. Department of Education Jackson State University (JSU) and Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) respectfully submit the following corrective action plans for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned ...

U.S. Department of Education Jackson State University (JSU) and Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) respectfully submit the following corrective action plans for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDITS 2022-005: Higher Education Emergency Relief Funding (HEERF) Reporting (JSU) Education Stabilization Fund - Assistance Listing No. 84.425E, F Recommendation: We recommend the institutions strengthen their understanding of the reporting requirements established by the grant and ensure supporting documentation is maintained to substantiate amounts reported. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: Jackson State University has already taken action. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Dr. Joseph A. Whittaker Planned completion date for corrective action plan is April 30, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Joseph A. Whittaker at 601-979-2008. 2022-005: Higher Education Emergency Relief Funding (HEERF) Reporting (MVSU) Education Stabilization Fund - Assistance Listing No. 84.425E, F Recommendation: We recommend the institutions strengthen their understanding of the reporting requirements established by the grant and ensure supporting documentation is maintained to substantiate amounts reported. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The State Director will ensure all required reports are issued and posted in an accurate manner. If corrections should be made to the quarterly report(s) after the initial posting, the State Director will review the report(s), conspicuously noting the changes or updates, and note the date of the change upon posting the revised report. Additionally, quarterly and annual reports with supporting documentation will be submitted to the Director of Accounting and Vice President for Business and Finance in a timely manner for review and verification prior to the posting/submission deadline. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Samuel Melton Planned completion date for corrective action plan is July 10, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Samuel Melton at 662-254-3882.

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Finding 59173 (2022-003)

Significant Deficiency 2022

State of Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning

MS

Eligibility Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

U.S. Department of Education Alcorn State University (ASU) respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numb...

U.S. Department of Education Alcorn State University (ASU) respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDITS 2022-003: Eligibility of Participants (ASU) TRIO Cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.047 Recommendation: We recommend the institution maintain proper documentation in accordance with federal grantor requirements and ensure that the documents are readily available for review upon request. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: To identify the possibility of noncompliance, the Office of Grants and Contracts staff reviewed prior emails. It was noted that we inadvertently did not respond to the updated testing (follow-up) email of April 26, 2023. Inherently, under the assumption it was duplicate request previously fulfilled, the email was disregarded. As a preventive measure, we will ensure that all federal grantor requests and requirements are thoroughly examined and submitted in a reasonable and timely manner. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Sabrena Johnson Planned completion date for corrective action plan is May 18, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Sabrena Johnson at 601-877-4711.

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Finding 59172 (2022-004)

Significant Deficiency 2022

State of Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning

MS

Reporting Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

U.S. Department of Education Alcorn State University (ASU) respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numb...

U.S. Department of Education Alcorn State University (ASU) respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDITS 2022-004: Annual Performance Reporting (ASU) TRIO Cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.042 Recommendation: We recommend the institution maintain proper documentation in accordance with federal grantor requirements and ensure that the documents are readily available for review upon request. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: It was noted that the Annual Performance Report "award period" submitted was outside of the designated fiscal year. In that, the requested document was not readily available for review upon request. The Office of Grants and Contracts staff and other pertinent areas and staffing will continue to maintain proper documentation. Accordingly, we will also ensure that all federal grantor requests and requirements are thoroughly examined and submitted in a reasonable and timely manner. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Sabrena Johnson Planned completion date for corrective action plan is May 18, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Sabrena Johnson at 601-877-4711.

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Finding 59154 (2022-010)

Significant Deficiency 2022

State of Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning

MS

Student Financial Aid Reporting Significant Deficiency

U.S. Department of Education Alcorn State University (ASU), Delta State University (DSU), and Mississippi University for Women (MUW) respectfully submit the following corrective action plans for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule o...

U.S. Department of Education Alcorn State University (ASU), Delta State University (DSU), and Mississippi University for Women (MUW) respectfully submit the following corrective action plans for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDITS 2022-010: NSLDS Enrollment Reporting (ASU) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the applicable institutions review its reporting procedures to ensure that students' statuses are accurately and 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: Effective Fall 2022, we began reporting enrollment twice a month to the National Student Clearinghouse. This eliminates any inaccuracies and oversights for timely enrollment reporting. Any additional enrollment reporting errors will be corrected directly in NSLDS. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Kisha Bond, Registrar and Director of Student Records Planned completion date for corrective action plan is June 30, 2023 If the Department of Education has any questions regarding this plan, please contact Juanita Edwards at 601-877-6672. 2022-010: NSLDS Enrollment Reporting (DSU) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the applicable institutions review its reporting procedures to ensure that students' statuses are accurately and 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 Office of Financial Aid will work with the Registrar's Office to verify each student's last date of attendance is entered in Banner to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Megan Smith Planned completion date for corrective action plan is June 30, 2023. If the Department of Education has any questions regarding this plan, please contact Megan Smith at 662-846-4670. 2022-010: NSLDS Enrollment Reporting (MUW) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the applicable institutions review its reporting procedures to ensure that students' statuses are accurately and 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 Office of the Registrar will coordinate with the Information Technology Services department to ensure files are submitted by the due date. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Shannon Lucius, Registrar Planned completion date for corrective action plan is June 1, 2023. If the Department of Education has any questions regarding this plan, please contact Nicole Patrick at 662-329-7114.

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Finding 59153 (2022-009)

Significant Deficiency 2022

State of Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning

MS

Student Financial Aid Reporting Significant Deficiency

U.S. Department of Education Alcorn State University (ASU), Jackson State University (JSU), Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) and Mississippi University for Women (MUW) respectfully submit the following corrective action plans for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? J...

U.S. Department of Education Alcorn State University (ASU), Jackson State University (JSU), Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) and Mississippi University for Women (MUW) respectfully submit the following corrective action plans for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDITS 2022-009: NSLDS Error Reporting (ASU) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the applicable institutions review their reporting procedures to ensure that students' statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS and the requisite response to error records occurs within the 10-day time period. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: Effective Fall 2022, we began reporting enrollment twice a month to the National Student Clearinghouse. This eliminates any inaccuracies and oversights for timely enrollment reporting. Any additional enrollment reporting errors will be corercted directly in NSLDS. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Kisha Bond, Registrar and Director of Student Records Planned completion date for corrective action plan is June 30, 2023. If the Department of Education has any questions regarding this plan, please contact Juanita Edwards at 601-877-6672. 2022-009: NSLDS Error Reporting (JSU) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268, 84.379 Recommendation: We recommend the applicable institutions review their reporting procedures to ensure that students' statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS and the requisite response to error records occurs within the 10-day time period. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: Jackson State has an established and published academic calendar which guides the day-to-day academic operations and functions of the University. In some instances, the census and financial purge deadlines are extended to ensure students complete their registration requirements. When extensions are provided, the enrollment file is unable to be submitted timely and also causes delays in processing the error report. To alleviate the untimely submission of the enrollment report, different practices have been established to aid students in completing their registration before the published deadline and subsequently ensuring the enrollment file is submitted by the deadline. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Ozie Ratcliff Planned completion date for corrective action plan is June 30, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Ozie at 601-979-3347. 2022-009: NSLDS Error Reporting (MVSU) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the applicable institutions review their reporting procedures to ensure that students' statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS and the requisite response to error records occurs within the 10-day time period. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The Office of Student Records/University Registrar will closely monitor all errors received from the National Student Clearinghouse and correct them within the 10-day timeframe. For errors related to system updates and etc., the Office of Student Records/University Registrar will collaborate with the Department of Information Technology in an effort to correct the issues in a timely manner. This will allow submission of the error reports to be timelier. Additionally, the Office of Student Records/University Registrar will strengthen communication with the NSCH relative to technical issues online which may hinder the timeliness of submitting error reports. Lastly, our office will coordinate the collaboration between our Information Technology Team and the Technical Team of NSCH to resolve any technical issues forthcoming. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Jeffery Loggins, University Registrar Planned completion date for corrective action plan is April 13, 2023 If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Deborah Banks at 662-254-3335 2022-009: NSLDS Error Reporting (MUW) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the applicable institutions review their reporting procedures to ensure that students' statuses are accurately and timely reported to NSLDS and the requisite response to error records occurs within the 10-day time period. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: A staff member has been designated to correct errors within the 10-day time period. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Shannon Lucius, Registrar Planned completion date for corrective action plan is June 1, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Shannon at 662-329-7135.

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Finding 59152 (2022-008)

Significant Deficiency 2022

State of Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning

MS

Student Financial Aid Subrecipient Monitoring Significant Deficiency

U.S. Department of Education Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The find...

U.S. Department of Education Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDITS 2022-008: Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (MVSU) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.038, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: For those institutions noncompliant with requirements, CLA recommends that the institution needs to complete all areas. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The Office of Financial Aid stores all student files in a locked file room. There are only two keys to gain access which is held by the director and the associate director. The file room remains locked at all times unless a request is made by a counselor or if the director or associate director needs to obtain a file. All financial aid personnel have been trained to initiate the following processes - lock computer screens when leaving their area for a short period of time, if gone for an extended time frame the computer is locked and the financial aid representative's office door is locked. Financial aid documents are electronic and exist in the institution's software module. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Deborah Banks, Interim Director of Financial Aid Planned completion date for corrective action plan is April 13, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Deborah Banks at 662-254-3335.

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Finding 59151 (2022-007)

Significant Deficiency 2022

State of Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning

MS

Questioned Costs Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

U.S. Department of Education Mississippi University for Women (MUW) and Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) respectfully submit the following corrective action plans for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and que...

U.S. Department of Education Mississippi University for Women (MUW) and Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) respectfully submit the following corrective action plans for the year ended June 30, 2022. Audit period: July 1, 2021 ? June 30, 2022 The findings from the schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDITS 2022-007: Outstanding Student Refund Checks (MUW) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the institutions review the requirement and implement a monitoring control to monitor the checks throughout the year. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: All students listed on outstanding refund checklist were not Title IV refunds, with the exception of five students. Two were corrected after the last audit on November 2, 2020. Three students have now been updated. The university created a policy for reviewing outstanding refund checks. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Nicole Patrick, Director of Financial Aid Planned completion date for corrective action plan is May 8, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Nicole Patrick at 662-329-7114. 2022-007: Outstanding Student Refund Checks (MVSU) Student Financial Assistance cluster - Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the institutions review the requirement and implement a monitoring control to monitor the checks throughout the year. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The refund was set up under the wrong user on December 11, 2019. The refund was removed and set up under the correct user on December 11, 2019 and the student received the funds on December 12, 2019. The refund was set up on April 26, 2019. Student did not have a refund preference set up with Bank Mobile, therefore the funds were returned to the university. The funds were resent to Bank Mobile on August 1, 2019. Funds were returned to the university and resent on May 24, 2021. Funds returned to the university and were resent on August 27, 2021. Funds returned to the university and resent on May 10, 2022. The funds were returned to the university and were resent on September 20, 2022. The student received the funds on September 23, 2022. Name of contact person responsible for corrective action: Brittany Manuel, Office of Student Accounts Supervisor Planned completion date for corrective action plan is April 14, 2023. If the Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Deborah Banks at 662-254-3335.

View Audit 49406 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 59137 (2022-001)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Asbury Arms North, Inc.

FL

Questioned Costs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Cash Management

Recommendation: : We recommend that management compute surplus cash on an annual basis and make the deposit within 90 days after year end, as required by the Regulatory Agreement. Views of responsible officials: : Management originally did not remit surplus cash within the 90-day requirement due to ...

Recommendation: : We recommend that management compute surplus cash on an annual basis and make the deposit within 90 days after year end, as required by the Regulatory Agreement. Views of responsible officials: : Management originally did not remit surplus cash within the 90-day requirement due to the Project not having a finalized calculation of surplus cash until the financial statement audit as completed. The Project remitted the funds top the residual receipt escrow account during November 2021.

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Finding 59071 (2022-006)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Community Child Care Services, Inc.

TN

Eligibility Significant Deficiency

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Assistance Listing 10.558 Child and Adult Care Food Program, Year Ended September 30, 2022. Significant Deficiency Recommendation: An individual knowledgeable of the Federal program requirements should be assigned the responsibility of reviewing the periodic request for ...

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Assistance Listing 10.558 Child and Adult Care Food Program, Year Ended September 30, 2022. Significant Deficiency Recommendation: An individual knowledgeable of the Federal program requirements should be assigned the responsibility of reviewing the periodic request for payment prior to submission. Action Taken: The Director and the Finance Manager will attend the CACFP conference in April 2023 to become more knowledgeable in the program's requirements. The Finance Manager will review the monthly reimbursement claim and sign off on its accuracy before the Director finalizes the submission.

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Finding 59070 (2022-005)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Community Child Care Services, Inc.

TN

Significant Deficiency

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Assistance Listing 10.558 Child and Adult Care Food Program, Years Ended September 30, 2021 and 2022. Significant Deficiencies: See Finding 2022-001 and 2022-004. FINDINGS - FINANCIAL Significant Deficiency 2022-001 Cash Disbursements Recommendation: Procedures should ...

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Assistance Listing 10.558 Child and Adult Care Food Program, Years Ended September 30, 2021 and 2022. Significant Deficiencies: See Finding 2022-001 and 2022-004. FINDINGS - FINANCIAL Significant Deficiency 2022-001 Cash Disbursements Recommendation: Procedures should be implemented to require documented authorization of requested expenditure prior to disbursement. Action Taken: New policies and procedures were put in place for the 2022-2023 fiscal year regarding the approval process of expenditures prior to payment. A signature is required on an invoice by the Director or person responsible for the expenditure before payment is made. The signature is an approval that the order is received in full or the services have been completed to satisfaction, and the invoice amount is correct and ready for payment. Recurring monthly bills, such as utilities, pest control, cleaning services, etc ... do not require an approval signature, but is reviewed by the Finance Manager for anomalies in the monthly billing cycle before payment is made.

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Finding 59069 (2022-004)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Community Child Care Services, Inc.

TN

Significant Deficiency

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES Assistance Listing 93.575 Child Care and Development Block Grant, Years Ended September 30, 2021 and 2022. Significant Deficiency: See Finding 2022-001. FINDINGS - FINANCIAL Significant Deficiency 2022-001 Cash Disbursements Recommendation: Procedures should be imple...

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES Assistance Listing 93.575 Child Care and Development Block Grant, Years Ended September 30, 2021 and 2022. Significant Deficiency: See Finding 2022-001. FINDINGS - FINANCIAL Significant Deficiency 2022-001 Cash Disbursements Recommendation: Procedures should be implemented to require documented authorization of requested expenditure prior to disbursement. Action Taken: New policies and procedures were put in place for the 2022-2023 fiscal year regarding the approval process of expenditures prior to payment. A signature is required on an invoice by the Director or person responsible for the expenditure before payment is made. The signature is an approval that the order is received in full or the services have been completed to satisfaction, and the invoice amount is correct and ready for payment. Recurring monthly bills, such as utilities, pest control, cleaning services, etc ... do not require an approval signature, but is reviewed by the Finance Manager for anomalies in the monthly billing cycle before payment is made.

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Finding 59062 (2022-001)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Rogue Community College

OR

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Finding 2022-001 Federal Agency Name: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Program Name: Southern Oregon Health Occupations Poverty Elimination Project (SOHOPE) CFDA #: 93.093 Finding Summary: During the testing over the allowable costs under the grant, auditors noted 5 instances out of ...

Finding 2022-001 Federal Agency Name: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Program Name: Southern Oregon Health Occupations Poverty Elimination Project (SOHOPE) CFDA #: 93.093 Finding Summary: During the testing over the allowable costs under the grant, auditors noted 5 instances out of 60, in which there was no review over the SOHOPE Director?s timecard. Responsible Individuals: Dr. Jeanine Henriques, Dean of Curriculum and Academic Support Corrective Action Plan: Management was made aware of the need to review and approve all time and effort reports. The SOHOPE grant has ended as September 29, 2021. Anticipated Completion Date: September 2021

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Finding 59054 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Rogue Community College

OR

Special Tests & Provisions Reporting Significant Deficiency

Finding 2022-002 Federal Agency Name: U.S. Department of Education Program Name: Student Financial Assistance Cluster CFDA #: 84.063, 84.007, 84.268, 84.033 Finding Summary: During the testing of compliance over enrollment reporting, there were 4 students out of the 60 tested where the enrollment ...

Finding 2022-002 Federal Agency Name: U.S. Department of Education Program Name: Student Financial Assistance Cluster CFDA #: 84.063, 84.007, 84.268, 84.033 Finding Summary: During the testing of compliance over enrollment reporting, there were 4 students out of the 60 tested where the enrollment information submitted to the central processor did not agree with the College?s enrollment records. Responsible Individuals: Danielle Crouch, Director of Enrollment Services Corrective Action Plan: Management found that the degree files submitted to the central processor were rejected for some students and that the enrollment file did not reflect that the students had graduated. We have gone back and reviewed all of the degree files for the prior year in the central processor system for and adjusted as necessary. This review will continue to be conducted throughout the year. Anticipated Completion Date: December 2022

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Finding 59052 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Hamilton Health Center, Inc.

PA

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties HUD Housing Programs Reporting

Management concurs with the finding. Management will ensure that net, not gross revenues will be utilized in the calculation of lost revenues. On a monthly basis, net revenues will be calculated from internal reports and tied to the general ledger. This will ensure that such reporting not only ties ...

Management concurs with the finding. Management will ensure that net, not gross revenues will be utilized in the calculation of lost revenues. On a monthly basis, net revenues will be calculated from internal reports and tied to the general ledger. This will ensure that such reporting not only ties to the general ledger, but complies with the established U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reporting guidance, which will be reviewed by management.

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Finding 59051 (2022-001)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Hamilton Health Center, Inc.

PA

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Reporting Significant Deficiency

Upon discovery of the missed filing deadline, the filing was completed by management. Hamilton will set quarterly reminders of these due dates and check to see if reports are due prior to each draw down done on the Payment Management System.

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Finding 58997 (2022-002)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Fairview Woods

MN

Subrecipient Monitoring HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency

Recommendation: Recommend management put a policy in place to monitor the bank rating quarterly for financial institutions the projects hold funds at. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: Management will...

Recommendation: Recommend management put a policy in place to monitor the bank rating quarterly for financial institutions the projects hold funds at. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: Management will review and update their policies and procedures to ensure the bank ratings for the financial institutions where their projects hold assets is monitored on a quarterly basis. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action: Connie Bednarek, Controller Planned completion date for corrective action plan: March 31, 2023

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Finding 58985 (2022-001)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Augustana Lutheran Homes Inc. Dba: Gloria Dei Manor

MN

Student Financial Aid HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency

202 Flex Subsidy Assistance Loan ? Assistance Listing No. 14.157 Replacement Reserve Deposits: Per the regulatory agreement a monthly deposit is to be made into the replacement reserve. Per HUD-9250, starting January 1, 2022 that monthly amount is $4,343.50 which equates to an annual deposit of $52...

202 Flex Subsidy Assistance Loan ? Assistance Listing No. 14.157 Replacement Reserve Deposits: Per the regulatory agreement a monthly deposit is to be made into the replacement reserve. Per HUD-9250, starting January 1, 2022 that monthly amount is $4,343.50 which equates to an annual deposit of $52,122. The replacement reserve was underfunded $1,122 at December 31, 2022. Recommendation: Recommend that a catch-up payment is made as soon as possible to make the replacement reserve whole. There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: Management made the additional $1,122 deposit on February 24, 2023. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action: Lisa Gindt Planned completion date for corrective action plan: February 24, 2023.

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Finding 58943 (2022-004)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Polk County, Florida

FL

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Reporting Significant Deficiency

U.S. Department of the Treasury 2022-004 Covid-19 Emergency Rental Assistance-Assistance Listing No. 21.023 ...

U.S. Department of the Treasury 2022-004 Covid-19 Emergency Rental Assistance-Assistance Listing No. 21.023 Recommendation: We recommend the County review Government Finance Officers Association's (GFOA) Best Practices for Internal Control for Grants published September 1, 2022, and update internal processes to ensure tasks and review of tasks continue even during periods of staff turnover or vacancies. The County should consider cross-training personnel to allow preparation of certain reports to be prepared and reviewed by separate knowledgeable individuals. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The County has implemented training and procedures to ensure that all financial and performance reports are properly prepared by a knowledgeable staff member and then reviewed by a manager. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Marcia Andresen Planned completion date for corrective action plan: Fully implemented prior to issuance of report.

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Finding 58941 (2022-006)

Significant Deficiency 2022

Polk County, Florida

FL

Reporting Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

U.S. Department of the Treasury 2022-006 Covid-19 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds - Assistance Listing No. 21.027 Recommendation: We recommend the County designate a reviewer to perform a detailed review of future revenue loss calculations to ensure the calculation complies w...

U.S. Department of the Treasury 2022-006 Covid-19 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds - Assistance Listing No. 21.027 Recommendation: We recommend the County designate a reviewer to perform a detailed review of future revenue loss calculations to ensure the calculation complies with the requirements of the Treasury's Final Rule. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The rules regarding the Lost Revenue Calculation were complex and difficult to understand. The County is implementing training and procedures, including review by knowledgeable staff, to ensure the Lost Revenue Calculation complies with the Treasury's Final Rule. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Christia Johnson Planned completion date for corrective action plan: September 30, 2023

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