Corrective Action Plans

Finding 569774 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Alaska

AK

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.303

Finding: 2024-003 — Office of Management and Budget staff submitted the quarter ended December 31, 2023, FY 24 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) program project and expenditure report to US Treasury with material errors. Questioned Costs: None Assistance Listing Number: 21....

Finding: 2024-003 — Office of Management and Budget staff submitted the quarter ended December 31, 2023, FY 24 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) program project and expenditure report to US Treasury with material errors. Questioned Costs: None Assistance Listing Number: 21.027 Assistance Listing Title: SLFRF COVID- 19 Views of Responsible Officials (state whether your agency agrees or disagrees with the finding; if you disagree, briefly explain why): The Office of the Governor, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), agrees with this finding. Corrective Action (corrective action planned): A standard operating procedure policy for completing the quarterly Project and Expenditure Report was drafted and finalized in coordination with the Division of Finance. This policy has been utilized since completion and will be followed for all future SLFRF reporting periods. The U.S. Treasury was contacted for guidance on how to correct prior-quarter obligation and expenditure data. Completion Date (list anticipated completion date): February 25, 2025 Agency Contact (name of person responsible for corrective action): Lacey Sanders, Director

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Finding 569769 (2024-035)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Alaska

AK

Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management § 200.303 § 200.308 § 200.344

Finding: 2024-035 -Six of seven award extensions for the NGMOMP program were untimely. Additionally, one award was not closed timely. Questioned Costs: None Assistance Listing Number: 12.401 Assistance Listing Title: NGMOMP Views of Responsible Officials (state whether your agency agrees or ...

Finding: 2024-035 -Six of seven award extensions for the NGMOMP program were untimely. Additionally, one award was not closed timely. Questioned Costs: None Assistance Listing Number: 12.401 Assistance Listing Title: NGMOMP Views of Responsible Officials (state whether your agency agrees or disagrees with the finding if you disagree, briefly explain why): DMVA concurs with the finding. Corrective Action (corrective action planned): Administrative Services has consistently provided notification and set clear deadlines to the Federal and State Program Managers of an expiring award under the Cooperative Agreement (CA). This notification has included a financial report detailing posted expenses and open obligations and when applicable, a copy of the most resent approved extension for reference. Due to inconsistent and untimely responses, the Finance officer in conjunction with the Administrative Services Director will update and strengthen written procedures, elevating responsibility for follow-up when responses are not received to ensure timely submission of extension requests and award closeouts following 2 CFR 200.303(a), 2 CFR 200.308(e), and 2 CFR 200.344. Updated documented procedures and training will be provided to the components under the CA. Completion Date (list anticipated completion date): 06/30/2025 Agency Contact (name of person responsible for corrective action): Bob Ernisse Pamela Wiederspohn

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Finding 569767 (2024-081)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Alaska

AK

Subrecipient Monitoring Cash Management Significant Deficiency § 200.305

Finding: 2024-081 - Fifteen of the sampled 40 subrecipient draws, on reimbursement basis, were paid to the subrecipients beyond 30 days of when the University received the payment request. Questioned Costs: None Assistance Listing Number: 81.049, 12.000, 43.001, 11.417 Assistance Listing Title...

Finding: 2024-081 - Fifteen of the sampled 40 subrecipient draws, on reimbursement basis, were paid to the subrecipients beyond 30 days of when the University received the payment request. Questioned Costs: None Assistance Listing Number: 81.049, 12.000, 43.001, 11.417 Assistance Listing Title: Research and Development Cluster (RDC) Views of Responsible Officials (state whether your agency agrees or disagrees with the finding; if you disagree, briefly explain why): There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Corrective Action (corrective action planned): The Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) for Financial & Business is working with the Office of Finance & Accounting to establish a procedure for follow up on all invoices sent to the departments to ensure timely payment. Also the departments will develop a procedure to ensure that appropriate delegations are in place in case a PI is unavailable when an invoice is received. Completion Date (list anticipated completion date): June 2025 Agency Contact (name of person responsible for corrective action): Amanda Wall, AVC Financial Services 907-474-7552

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Finding 569759 (2024-027)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Alaska

AK

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting School Nutrition Programs § 200.303

Finding: 2024-027 - DEED did not comply with Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act reporting requirements applicable to Child Nutrition Cluster (CNC) FY 24 subawards. Questioned Costs: None Assistance Listing Number: 10.553, 10.555, 10.559, 10.582 Assistance Listing Title: CNC View...

Finding: 2024-027 - DEED did not comply with Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act reporting requirements applicable to Child Nutrition Cluster (CNC) FY 24 subawards. Questioned Costs: None Assistance Listing Number: 10.553, 10.555, 10.559, 10.582 Assistance Listing Title: CNC Views of Responsible Officials (state whether your agency agrees or disagrees with the finding; if you disagree, briefly explain why): The department partially agrees with Finding 2024-0027. While it is accurate that no FFATA reporting was accomplished for the Child Nutrition Cluster in FY2024, the department disagrees with the specific dollar amount. The methodology used for determining the dollar amount is overly simplistic and does not take each award into account, as specified in 2CFR17O.220. The methodology also excludes awards to other State agencies when 2CFR17O.300 specifically includes State entities. Corrective Action (corrective action planned): The department will continue to work to improve its ability to report timely by attempting to streamline manual determination of amounts to be reported. Completion Date (list anticipated completion date): Completion date is unknown. The department is still in the process of training the newest Finance Officer who has primary responsibility for the reporting. Due to the complexity of the reporting requirements and the limitations of the State’s financial systems it is a very manual process to determine accurate amounts to report. This manual process takes more time than knowledgeable staff have available due to other higher priority responsibilities. The system used to report also changed in Spring of 2025. Department procedures need to be overhauled again to take into account the move to SAM.gov. Agency Contact (name of person responsible for corrective action): Monigue Siverly, Division Operations Manager, Division of Administrative Services

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Finding 569754 (2024-026)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Alaska

AK

Questioned Costs Eligibility School Nutrition Programs § 200.303

Finding: 2024-026 — Department of Education and Early Development’s (DEED) child nutrition services management authorized Summer 2021 Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Food Benefits (P-EBT) benefits for ineligible children. Questioned Costs: AL 10.542: $62,816 Assistance Listing Number: 10.542 ...

Finding: 2024-026 — Department of Education and Early Development’s (DEED) child nutrition services management authorized Summer 2021 Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Food Benefits (P-EBT) benefits for ineligible children. Questioned Costs: AL 10.542: $62,816 Assistance Listing Number: 10.542 Assistance Listing Title: P-EBT COVID- 19 Views of Responsible Officials (state whether your agency agrees or disagrees with the finding; if you disagree, briefly explain why): The department agrees with Finding 2024-026. Corrective Action (corrective action planned): As the program is complete no corrective action can be taken for the Summer P-EBT program. If a new Summer EBT program is implemented, the department would work to implement a combination of standard operating procedures and automated electronic data validation processes to prevent erroneous benefit issuance. The department did not have sufficient time or resources to establish such features when implementing Pandemic EBT due to the urgent nature of the program. Completion Date (list anticipated completion date): n/a Agency Contact (name of person responsible for corrective action): Gavin Northey, Child Nutrition Programs Manager

View Audit 361087 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 569706 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Utah Domestic Violence Coalition

UT

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Subrecipient Monitoring Significant Deficiency § 200.320

2024-001 (Significant Deficiency over Compliance): Insufficient Design of Procurement Policy Criteria: Under CFR 200.320, three types of procurement methods are outlined based on the dollar amount and nature of transactions. Condition: The Organization’s existing procurement policy outlines t...

2024-001 (Significant Deficiency over Compliance): Insufficient Design of Procurement Policy Criteria: Under CFR 200.320, three types of procurement methods are outlined based on the dollar amount and nature of transactions. Condition: The Organization’s existing procurement policy outlines the three methods described under CFR 200.320. However, the policy does not incorporate sufficient monitoring procedures to ensure compliance with the procurement policy Questioned Costs: There were no questioned costs associated with this finding. Effect: This error potentially resulted in the payment of higher prices for goods and services, violating federal procurement regulations. Planned Corrective Actions: The Organization agrees with the finding and will review and revise its procurement policies and procedures to align more closely with current Uniform Guidance and establish monitoring procedures to ensure compliance with CFR 200.320. The Organization will provide additional training to employees and board members to ensure policies and procedures are being followed.

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Finding 569687 (2024-007)

None 2024

City of Long Beach

CA

HUD Housing Programs Reporting Significant Deficiency

Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Finding: 2024-007 Contact Person: Michelle Mel-Duch Housing Administrative and Financial Services Officer Health & Human Services Department Phone: (562) 570-5344 Email: Michelle.Mel-Duch@longbeach.gov Planned Actions: 1. Implementation of New Software Sy...

Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Finding: 2024-007 Contact Person: Michelle Mel-Duch Housing Administrative and Financial Services Officer Health & Human Services Department Phone: (562) 570-5344 Email: Michelle.Mel-Duch@longbeach.gov Planned Actions: 1. Implementation of New Software System: o HACLB has transitioned to the new MRI housing management software platform, which offers fully sufficient functionality and reporting capabilities compared to the prior system. o The new MRI system provides the Inspections Team with advanced tools to organize, schedule, and track Quality Control inspections efficiently and accurately. 2. Improved Reporting and Compliance: o The MRI system’s reporting functions allow HACLB to generate detailed and timely listings of all Housing Quality Control inspections. o This improvement supports HACLB’s ability to meet HUD requirements for inspection scheduling, documentation, and follow-up activities. Expected Completion Date: December 31, 2025

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Finding 569623 (2024-007)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Spring Meadow Association of Responsible Tenants, Inc. 023-44087

MA

HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

FINDINGS - MAJOR FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAM AUDIT Department of Housing and Urban Development Finding, 2024-007: Major Programs: Capital Advance Program, Federal Assistance Listing Number 14.U01 and Section 8 New Construction and Substantial Rehabilitation, Federal Assistance Listing Number 14.182 - Sig...

FINDINGS - MAJOR FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAM AUDIT Department of Housing and Urban Development Finding, 2024-007: Major Programs: Capital Advance Program, Federal Assistance Listing Number 14.U01 and Section 8 New Construction and Substantial Rehabilitation, Federal Assistance Listing Number 14.182 - Significant Deficiency RECOMMENDATION The auditor recommends the Project and management review and attend training on the HUD Handbook. In addition, the auditor recommends the Project and management review its internal control policies and procedures. ACTION TAKEN Carrasquillo Management LLC acknowledges the significant deficiency noted and is committed to improving internal controls to ensure full compliance with all HUD program requirements. 1. Policy and Procedure Review Management has initiated a comprehensive review of internal control policies and procedures to identify gaps and align practices with the HUD Handbook 4350.3 and related program regulations. Updates will be made to strengthen compliance checkpoints and clearly define staff responsibilities for each stage of tenant file processing, income verification, certifications, and documentation retention. 2. Training and Capacity Building Carrasquillo Management LLC has committed to ongoing staff development by enrolling relevant personnel in HUD-compliant training programs focused on regulatory requirements, internal controls, and compliance best practices. All staff involved in leasing, recertifications, and program compliance will be required to complete refresher trainings at least annually. 3. Internal Audit and Quality Control A quarterly internal audit process has been established to monitor the effectiveness of internal controls and ensure consistent application across all major program functions. Findings from these audits will be reviewed by senior management, and corrective actions will be taken immediately when deficiencies are identified. 4. Oversight and Accountability Management will assign a dedicated compliance coordinator responsible for overseeing adherence to HUD regulations and internal policies, providing regular updates to leadership, and ensuring follow-through on all audit-related corrective actions. Carrasquillo Management LLC is committed to fostering a culture of compliance and accountability and will take all necessary steps to prevent future deficiencies and ensure the Project remains in good standing with HUD program requirements.

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Finding 569596 (2024-005)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency and Affiliates

MI

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Significant Deficiency

2024-005 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Financial Reporting - Payroll Documentation and Approvals All employees complete an electronic timecard in the payroll system. Payroll time sheets are approved by the employee as well as their direct supervisor. Should any approval gaps occur ...

2024-005 Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Financial Reporting - Payroll Documentation and Approvals All employees complete an electronic timecard in the payroll system. Payroll time sheets are approved by the employee as well as their direct supervisor. Should any approval gaps occur the Payroll Manager and/or Executive Director of Budget and Information Systems review those exceptions and approve or deny, as necessary.

View Audit 360986 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 569433 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

The National Association of State Workforce Agencies

DC

Reporting Significant Deficiency

NASWA has implemented the following procedures to ensure that the general ledger accurately reflects the approved federal grant expense and revenue activity: 1) Generation of monthly grant profit and loss statements, which are run per grant, to validate incurred expenses and revenue recognized in m...

NASWA has implemented the following procedures to ensure that the general ledger accurately reflects the approved federal grant expense and revenue activity: 1) Generation of monthly grant profit and loss statements, which are run per grant, to validate incurred expenses and revenue recognized in monthly invoice/drawdown. 2) Detailed review and creation of general ledger adjustments to expenses and/or revenue as grant funds are exhausted, or as other miscellaneous miscoding is discovered. 3) Final review and confirmation of monthly grant profit and loss statements before signing off on final invoicing or federal fund draw down.

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Finding 569432 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Northwest Regional Development Commission

MN

Reporting Significant Deficiency Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking

Contact Person – Ann Joppru, Finance Director Corrective Action Plan – The Organization will implement procedures to ensure that reports are completed accurately and the person reviewing the report will compare information reported to the supporting documentation. Completion Date - Immediately

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Finding 569413 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

First Financial Credit Union

NM

Reporting Significant Deficiency

1. Finding 2024-001 Generally accepted accounting principles, under Accounting Standards Codification Topic (ASC) 842, requires that entities recognize material leases as a liability and a right-of-use asset on the balance sheet. The accounting for right-of-use assets and related liabilities under A...

1. Finding 2024-001 Generally accepted accounting principles, under Accounting Standards Codification Topic (ASC) 842, requires that entities recognize material leases as a liability and a right-of-use asset on the balance sheet. The accounting for right-of-use assets and related liabilities under ASC 842 was not accurate as of September 30, 2024. Assets and liabilities were understated by approximately $3.6 million. a. Action(s) Taken or Planned on the Finding Management agrees with the finding and has contracted with a third-party to assistance with the software the Credit Union uses to account for leases under the requirements of ASC 842. b. Implementation Date: Estimated completion date is August 31, 2025.

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Finding 569393 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness

NM

Reporting Significant Deficiency Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking § 200.303 § 200.502 § 200.510

View of Responsible Officials and Corrective Action Plan: The corrective Action Plan will be carried out in the 2025 Fiscal Year and information will be given to the auditors when requested for the next audit. The Coalition will ensure that all information needed for the SEFA is kept and entered acc...

View of Responsible Officials and Corrective Action Plan: The corrective Action Plan will be carried out in the 2025 Fiscal Year and information will be given to the auditors when requested for the next audit. The Coalition will ensure that all information needed for the SEFA is kept and entered accurately (this process has already begun). When the fiscal year closes out, the Coalition will provide the auditors with a test SEFA to confirm that the information we are collecting throughout the year and are asserting are the correct numbers for our federal grants, is indeed the correct information. Corrective Action Plan Timeline: Completed by December 19, 2025 (Final copy of the SEFA will not be given to the auditors until requested for the Audit).Designation Of Employee Position Responsible For Meeting Deadline: Executive Director will oversee this project and work directly with NMCEH finance staff work closely with the auditors to make sure that the information saved and shared is correct.

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Finding 569386 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Bridgeton Housing Authority

NJ

HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency Special Tests & Provisions

Finding 2024-001 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Public and Indian Housing Program Federal Assistance Listing Numbers 14.850 Noncompliance – N. Special Tests and Provisions - Recording of Declarations of Trust/Declaration of Restrictive Coven...

Finding 2024-001 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Public and Indian Housing Program Federal Assistance Listing Numbers 14.850 Noncompliance – N. Special Tests and Provisions - Recording of Declarations of Trust/Declaration of Restrictive Covenants Against Public Housing Property Non Compliance Material to the Financial Statements: No Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance for Special Tests and Provisions Findings – Federal Award Program Audit (continued) Finding 2024-001 (continued) Criteria: A current Declaration of Trust ("DOT"), in a form acceptable to HUD, must be recorded against all public housing property owned by PHAs (or private entities for public housing developed under 24 CFR Part 905, Subpart F) that has been acquired, developed, maintained, or assisted with funds from the US Housing Act of 1937. A DOT is a legal instrument that grants HUD an interest in public housing property. Condition: Based upon inspection of the Authority’s files and on discussion with management, there were properties that the Authority owns and insures that did not have DOTs on file during the time of audit. Context: The Authority owns three (3) public housing properties. During the audit, it was noted that three (3) out of three (3) public housing properties did not have DOTs on file. Cause: There is a significant deficiency in internal controls over the compliance for the special tests and provisions type of compliance related to the recording of DOTs against public housing property. The Authority has not properly filed DOTs in compliance with program requirements. Effect: The Public and Indian Housing Program is in non-compliance with the special tests and provisions type of compliance related to the recording of DOTs against public housing property. Recommendation: We recommend that the Authority files proper DOTs on the public housing properties. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective action: The Authority accepts the recommendation of the auditor and will ensure all necessary DOTs are recorded. Ivy Melendez, Executive Director, will be responsible to implement this corrective action by September 30, 2025.

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Finding 569385 (2024-006)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Bridgeton Housing Authority

NJ

HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Finding 2024-006 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Program Federal Assistance Listing Numbers: 14.871 Noncompliance – N. Special Tests and Provisions – Utility Allowance Schedule Non Compliance Material to the ...

Finding 2024-006 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Program Federal Assistance Listing Numbers: 14.871 Noncompliance – N. Special Tests and Provisions – Utility Allowance Schedule Non Compliance Material to the Financial Statements: No Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance for Special Tests and Provisions Criteria: Utility Allowance Schedule. The PHA must maintain an up-to-date utility allowance schedule. The PHA must review utility rate data for each utility category each year and must adjust its utility allowance schedule if there has been a rate change of 10 percent or more for a utility category or fuel type since the last time the utility allowance schedule was revised (24 CFR section 982.517). Condition: Based on inspection of files and discussions with management, it was determined that the Authority did not have up-to-date utility allowance schedules on file. Context: The utility allowance schedules that the Authority has on file have not been updated since 2018. Cause: There is a significant deficiency in internal controls over the compliance for the special tests and provisions type of compliance related to the utility allowance schedules. The Authority has not properly considered, designed, implemented, maintained and monitored a system of internal controls that assures the program is in compliance. Effect: The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program is in non-compliance with the special tests and provisions type of compliance related to the utility allowance schedules. Recommendation: We recommend that the Authority updates the utility allowance schedules annually that will assure compliance with the Uniform Guidance and the compliance supplement. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective action: The Authority has recognized the significant deficiency in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and will update the utility allowance schedules annually in accordance with HUD guidelines. Ivy Melendez, Executive Director, will be responsible to implement this corrective action by September 30, 2025.

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Finding 569382 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Bridgeton Housing Authority

NJ

HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Finding 2024-002 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Public and Indian Housing Program, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Program Federal Assistance Listing Numbers: 14.850, 14.871 Noncompliance – N. Special Tests and Provisions – Depository ...

Finding 2024-002 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Public and Indian Housing Program, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Program Federal Assistance Listing Numbers: 14.850, 14.871 Noncompliance – N. Special Tests and Provisions – Depository Agreements Non Compliance Material to the Financial Statements: No Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance for Special Tests and Provisions Criteria: PHAs are required to enter into depository agreements with their financial institution using the HUD-51999 (OMB No. 2577-0075) or a form required by HUD in the ACC. The agreements serve as safe guards for Federal funds and provide third-party rights to HUD (Section 9 of the ACC). Condition: Based on inspection of files and discussions with management, it was determined that depository agreements were not on file during the time of audit. Context: The Authority did not have depository agreements with their financial institutions on file during the time of audit. We were unable to verify the existence of depository agreements and unable to determine if the Authority met the terms of the agreements. Findings – Federal Award Program Audit (continued) Finding 2024-002 (continued) Cause: There is a significant deficiency in internal controls over compliance for the special tests and provision type of compliance related to depository agreements. The Authority has not properly considered, designed, implemented, maintained and monitored a system of internal controls for their partnered management company that assures the program is in compliance. Effect: The Public and Indian Housing Program is in non-compliance with the special tests and provisions type of compliance related to depository agreements. Recommendation: We recommend that the Authority properly file HUD-51999 forms in accordance with HUD guidelines. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective action: The Authority accepts the recommendation of the auditor and will properly file HUD-51999 forms in accordance with HUD guidelines. Ivy Melendez, Executive Director, will be responsible to implement this corrective action by September 30, 2025.

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Finding 569371 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Housing Authority of the City of Deerfield Beach

FL

HUD Housing Programs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Subrecipient Monitoring

Management’s Corrective Action Plan Program Name: Name of Federal Program or Cluster CFDA Number:14.871 2023-002: Interprogram Due To/Due From Activities Criteria: According to PHA Accounting Brief #14, Due To/Due From relationships should not be reported under accrual accounting simply from...

Management’s Corrective Action Plan Program Name: Name of Federal Program or Cluster CFDA Number:14.871 2023-002: Interprogram Due To/Due From Activities Criteria: According to PHA Accounting Brief #14, Due To/Due From relationships should not be reported under accrual accounting simply from the result of a PHA using a common checking or working capital account. Because of the basic nature of most Federal and state programs, resources from one program cannot be used to support the cost of another program. HUD views Due To’s and Due From’s reported in a PHA ‘s Federal programs as possible indicators of noncompliance. Condition: The Authority has inter-fund receivables and payables that have not been repaid as of fiscal year-end. This results in certain programs having a negative cash balance as of the fiscal year end. Context: The Authority’s reported a ($33,461 in HCV program and $154,268 Mainstream) interfund payable due to Business Skill Center (nonfederal program ) which is a significant red flag for HUD reviewers. Management Response: The $33,461 due from the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program to Business Skill Center represents the use of non-federal funds to cover HCV’s monthly payroll and benefit expenses, which typically range from $30,000 to $35,000. These expenses are temporarily paid by Business Skill Center and reimbursed within 30 days upon receipt of HCV Administrative Fee funding from HUD. The $154,268 due from the Mainstream program to Business Skill Center non-federal funds resulted from a funding shortfall that occurred during the transition of Mainstream Vouchers from the Dania Housing Authority to the Deerfield Beach Housing Authority. During this period, the Deerfield Beach Housing Authority had to apply for and await the disbursement of Mainstream Shortfall funds from HUD. As these funds were received over a period of 3 to 4 months, the Business Skill Center covered costs using non-federal funds, which were later reimbursed.

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Finding 569370 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Housing Authority of the City of Deerfield Beach

FL

HUD Housing Programs Reporting Significant Deficiency

Management’s Corrective Action Plan Program Name: Name of Federal Program or Cluster CFDA Number:14.871 2024-001: Unaudited Submission Criteria: Financial Data Schedule (FDS) submission for unaudited financials are due within 2 months after the fiscal year end (24 CFR section 5.801) Conditio...

Management’s Corrective Action Plan Program Name: Name of Federal Program or Cluster CFDA Number:14.871 2024-001: Unaudited Submission Criteria: Financial Data Schedule (FDS) submission for unaudited financials are due within 2 months after the fiscal year end (24 CFR section 5.801) Condition: Management missed the deadline for its unaudited REAC FDS submission. Context: The Authority’s unaudited FDS submission was due on December 15th 2024. The Authority did not submit the submission until February 2025. Management Response: A compliance calendar has been implemented and is maintained by both the Finance Director and Executive Director to track HUD and REAC deadlines. The unaudited FDS will be finalized and submitted no later than 5 business days prior to the formal due date, allowing sufficient buffer time. Oversight and reminders are issued monthly by the Chief Financial Officer to ensure proper tracking and timely filing. As well, additional staff is being crossed train so that the agency will not dependent one person for FDS Submission.

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Finding 569252 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Pasco County Housing Authority

FL

HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Finding 2024-002 - Section 8 HQS Inspection Deficiencies: We concur with the recommendation and we will establish controls that ensure that re-inspections are performed within the 30-day requirement and that HAP abatements are properly assessed. The Housing Authority is also planning on additional t...

Finding 2024-002 - Section 8 HQS Inspection Deficiencies: We concur with the recommendation and we will establish controls that ensure that re-inspections are performed within the 30-day requirement and that HAP abatements are properly assessed. The Housing Authority is also planning on additional training for employees to make sure they are qualified to meet the HQS re-inspection requirements.

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Finding 569245 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

City of Lima, Ohio

OH

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.328

Finding Number: 2024-001 : Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance - Reporting Planned Corrective Action: As recommended, Management will implement controls and processes to ensure all required reports are submitted timely. Anticipated Completion Date : June 30, 2025 Responsible Contact Person: Ra...

Finding Number: 2024-001 : Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance - Reporting Planned Corrective Action: As recommended, Management will implement controls and processes to ensure all required reports are submitted timely. Anticipated Completion Date : June 30, 2025 Responsible Contact Person: Randy Bartels, City Auditor

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Finding 569138 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

City of Plymouth

MN

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Special Tests & Provisions Significant Deficiency

SIGNIFICANT DEFICIENCY IN INTERNAL CONTROL OVER COMPLIANCE – U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT – HOUSING VOUCHER CLUSTER – FEDERAL ALN 14.871 AND 14.879 2024-001 Internal Control Over Compliance With Special Tests and Provisions Requirements Summary of Finding The City of Plymouth...

SIGNIFICANT DEFICIENCY IN INTERNAL CONTROL OVER COMPLIANCE – U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT – HOUSING VOUCHER CLUSTER – FEDERAL ALN 14.871 AND 14.879 2024-001 Internal Control Over Compliance With Special Tests and Provisions Requirements Summary of Finding The City of Plymouth, Minnesota (the City) did not have sufficient controls in place with the Housing Voucher Cluster federal programs to assure compliance with federal special tests and provisions requirements. The City did not have proper controls in place to ensure prospective tenants added to the voucher waiting list were properly ranked based on the Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved criteria. Corrective Action Plan Actions Planned – The City has implemented new controls and procedures in 2025 to address this internal control finding to comply with this finding. The City will review new controls to ensure that prospective tenants are properly ranked on the waiting list in accordance with the Housing and Redevelopment Authority policy in the future. Official Responsible – The City’s Housing and Economic Development Manager. Planned Completion Date – December 31, 2025. Disagreement With or Explanation of Finding – The City agrees with this finding. Plan to Monitor – The City’s Finance Director, Andrea Rich, will ensure the new process and procedures implemented improve internal controls and procedures in this area to ensure future federal grant compliance.

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Finding 569130 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Housing Authoirty of the City of Salem

OR

Questioned Costs Special Tests & Provisions HUD Housing Programs

Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Housing Voucher Cluster Federal Catalog Numbers: 14.871. 14.879, and 14.EHV Noncompliance – N. Special Tests and Provisions - Housing Quality Standards Non Compliance Material to the Financial Statements: No Sig...

Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Titles: Housing Voucher Cluster Federal Catalog Numbers: 14.871. 14.879, and 14.EHV Noncompliance – N. Special Tests and Provisions - Housing Quality Standards Non Compliance Material to the Financial Statements: No Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance for Special Tests and Provisions Criteria: HQS Inspections. Per the Authority's HCV Admin Plan, the PHA must inspect the unit leased to a family biennially in order to determine if the unit meets HQS standards, and the PHA must conduct quality control re-inspections. The PHA must prepare a unit inspection report (24 CFR sections 982.158(d) and 982.405(b)). These inspection reports are required to be maintained and available for examination at the time of audit. Condition: Based upon inspection of the Authority’s files and on discussion with management there were inspection reports that were not completed timely. Context: Of a sample size of thirty-nine (39) units, five (5) units did not have biennial HQS inspections performed timely. Our sample size is statistically valid. Known Questioned Costs: $4,214 Cause: There is a significant deficiency in internal controls over the compliance for the special tests and provisions type of compliance related to HQS inspections. The Authority has not properly performed HQS inspections in compliance with program requirements. Effect: The Housing Voucher Cluster is in non-compliance with the special tests and provisions type of compliance related to HQS inspections. Recommendation: We recommend the Authority design and implement a corrective action plan that will assure compliance with the Uniform Guidance and the compliance supplement. Authority Response: The Authority accepts the recommendation of the auditor and will make the necessary changes to its inspection process to ensure enforcement of Housing Quality Standards (or any subsequent replacement. Lynette Brown, Section 8 Manager, is responsible for implementing this corrective action by September 30, 2025.

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Finding 569128 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Housing Authority of the City and County of San Francisco

CA

HUD Housing Programs Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Reference Number: 2024-004 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Title: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Federal Catalog Number: 14.871 Federal Grant Number: Not Applicable Category of Finding: Special Tests and Provisions – HQS Enforcement Classification ...

Reference Number: 2024-004 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Title: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Federal Catalog Number: 14.871 Federal Grant Number: Not Applicable Category of Finding: Special Tests and Provisions – HQS Enforcement Classification of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Instance of Noncompliance Authority’s Response & Actions Taken The Authority has made considerable progress in addressing the backlog of annual Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections and enforcement since transitioning the programmatic functions of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program to third-party contractors. While significant strides have been made, the Authority acknowledges that further progress is necessary and remains actively engaged with its third-party HCV contractors to ensure that all HCV-assisted units meet and consistently maintain HUD’s HQS requirements. The Authority remains committed to ensuring that all units under contract are not only compliant but provide safe, sanitary, and decent housing in accordance with HQS regulations and the Authority’s Administrative Plan. The discrepancies noted in the audit were primarily due to inconsistencies in the application of enforcement timelines and insufficient documentation related to landlord extension requests and their corresponding approvals. Importantly, all delayed follow-up inspections identified during the audit were successfully completed outside the required timeframes. Each unit passed inspection and was found to be compliant with HUD HQS standards. Housing assistance payments (HAP) were accurately processed for these units, and no abatements were necessary. The Authority continues to refine its inspection protocols, improve documentation practices, and reinforce contractor accountability to ensure timely and compliant HQS inspections across the entire HCV portfolio. The Authority uses the Emphasys Elite software to schedule, record, and enforce HQS inspections. The Authority also uses its Customer Relations Management (CRM) system to track units that have failed an HQS inspection. To prevent recurrence, the Authority has already implemented the following corrective steps: • Daily review process of units that have failed and/or no-showed two or more consecutive inspections. The inspection department uses this process to accurately review the letter generation and notification process for HQS deficiencies and notices of abatement. The inspection department manually reviews and generates both letters to their respective parties (landlord/owner and tenant). • In addition to the daily morning review, at the close of business the HCV contractor will review the failed emergency inspections and will schedule any emergency re-inspections to ensure compliance with HQS enforcement rules and regulations. The Authority’s corrective steps outlined above will significantly strengthen its compliance efforts, reduce risk, and enhance the overall quality and integrity of the HCV program. Anticipated Implementation Date September 30, 2025 Name(s) and Title(s) of Contact Person(s) Responsible for Correction Action HCV Contractors Kendra Crawford, Director of Housing Operations

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Finding 569125 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Housing Authority of the City and County of San Francisco

CA

HUD Housing Programs Special Tests & Provisions Significant Deficiency

Reference Number: 2024-003 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Title: Housing Choice Cluster Federal Catalog Number: 14.871 and 14.879 Federal Grant Number: Not Applicable Category of Finding: Special Tests and Provisions (Housing Quality Standards Inspec...

Reference Number: 2024-003 Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Program Title: Housing Choice Cluster Federal Catalog Number: 14.871 and 14.879 Federal Grant Number: Not Applicable Category of Finding: Special Tests and Provisions (Housing Quality Standards Inspections) Classification of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Instance of Noncompliance Authority’s Response & Actions Taken The Authority has made considerable progress in addressing the backlog of annual inspections that resulted from restricted unit access and the temporary implementation of HUD waivers during the COVID-19 national pandemic. These necessary public health measures, while appropriate at the time, contributed to delays in fulfilling Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspection requirements. The Authority acknowledges that additional progress is still needed and remains actively engaged with its third-party Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) contractors to ensure timely completion of all outstanding inspections. The Authority is fully committed to ensuring that all units under contract meet and exceed HUD’s standards for safe, decent, and sanitary housing, in accordance with HQS and the Authority’s Administrative Plan. All five annual inspections with exceptions noted during the audit were inspected after the required timeframes and ultimately passed inspection with the units determined to be in full compliance with HUD requirements. The Authority uses the Emphasys Elite software to check against HUD's PIH Information Center (PIC) system to identify units with outstanding Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspections. The Authority has scheduled HQS Inspections for the units identified to be out of compliance. Key strategies and controls in place are as follows: Project-Based Program: For the PBV program, the Authority has already implemented the following procedures to result in timely HQS inspections of all units. 1. Matching data between the Emphasys Elite system of records to ensure the most overdue inspections are scheduled. 2. A bulk inspection process was implemented effective November 1, 2024. Through this process, all units for a particular PBV site are scheduled for their annual inspections in the same month each year. This ensures that all units are inspected annually. The scheduling process includes: a. Posting the bulk inspection schedule on the website. This is an annual schedule which identifies properties, property management, and the month the project will be inspected. b. Providing notice to the applicable site owner/manager of the inspection date and the units to be inspected. The notice will include information on how to prepare for the inspection, a request to have site staff accompany the inspector, and a reminder to notify residents so access can be gained even if no one is home. c. Sending individual inspection notices to the owner and participant for each scheduled inspection. For the PBV portfolio, staff will work directly with property management and developers to ensure access to units is continuously granted. Upcoming bulk inspections are also discussed on calls with owners. This allows for increased planning and respect for noticing timelines. Tenant-Based Program: • Review the report of outstanding HQS Inspections on a weekly basis. • Schedule outstanding HQS Inspections in order of aging date. • Conduct HQS Inspections prior to the anniversary date of previously completed inspection. • Running a monthly report of failed inspections and comparing them with future scheduled inspections to ensure that a second inspection has been scheduled. • Running a monthly report to identify units with two failed inspections to ensure all have been abated correctly. • Implement weekly monitoring to ensure all units are properly abated and lifted timely when units pass inspections and contracts are properly terminated after being in abatement for 180 days without a cure. The Authority has worked with Emphasys to identify the best ways to sort aged HQS inspections due and generate/schedule in bulk, as well as maximize the Inspector’s workday by routing the tenantbased units in a way that flows in a clear and orderly manner. Similar to the handling of delinquent annual reexaminations, the Authority is checking the data in PIC with the system of records and processing 50058 corrections where inspections have been completed but rejected in PIC due to out of sequence effective dates and any other fatal errors that require corrective action. The procedures for the project-based and tenant-based programs are already in effect, and the backlog of inspections has been substantially reduced as illustrated by a reporting rate of 99% for SEMAP Indicator 12 annual HQS inspections as of May 31, 2025. Monthly performance reports are also reviewed by management to ensure inspection timeliness is maintained. Anticipated Implementation Date September 30, 2025 Name(s) and Title(s) of Contact Person(s) Responsible for Correction Action HCV Contractors Kendra Crawford, Director of Housing Operations

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Finding 569051 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Town of Greenwich, Connecticut

CT

Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.512

2024-003- Significant Deficiency, Data Collection Form (Repeat Finding 2023-003) Audit Finding; The Town did not submit the 2024 or 2023 federal reporting packages with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse within the required timeline of either 30 days after receipt of the auditor’s reports or nine (9) m...

2024-003- Significant Deficiency, Data Collection Form (Repeat Finding 2023-003) Audit Finding; The Town did not submit the 2024 or 2023 federal reporting packages with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse within the required timeline of either 30 days after receipt of the auditor’s reports or nine (9) months after the end of the Town’s fiscal year as required by CFR 200.512(a)(1). Corrective Action Taken: We agree with this audit finding, resulting from turnover at the BOE. The delays should not reoccur in the future. Name and Phone # of Person Responsible for Implementation Mr. Peter Mynarski, Comptroller 203-622-2226

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