Corrective Action Plans

Finding 539230 (2024-303)

Significant Deficiency 2024

WI

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting Allowable Costs / Cost Principles

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Planned Corrective Action: This finding is a continuation of a prior year finding. The current finding does not include any new recommendations. The prior year finding continued into SFY 2023-24 because we didn’t receive the finding until the final quarter of ...

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Planned Corrective Action: This finding is a continuation of a prior year finding. The current finding does not include any new recommendations. The prior year finding continued into SFY 2023-24 because we didn’t receive the finding until the final quarter of SFY 2023-24, and the federal website would not accommodate the solution we implemented immediately upon receipt of the finding. DHS adjusted its corrective action plan and successfully submitted all the SFY 2023-24 awards to the federal website in July 2024. This represents timely reporting for obligations occurring in June 2024, though technically after the audit period. No further corrective actions are needed for this finding. Anticipated Completion Date: July 2024 Person responsible for corrective action: Vanessa Salata, Section Chief Expenditure Accounting, Bureau of Fiscal Services, Division of Enterprise Services vanessaa.salata@dhs.wisconsin.govRebuttal from the Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau In its corrective action plan on page 349, the Department of Health Services noted that it had adjusted its prior year corrective action plan and successfully submitted all the FY 2023-24 Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) awards to the federal website in July 2024. To assist the reader in understanding the corrective action plan, we offer the following clarification: The July 2024 submission was not timely for amounts awarded under SSBG that were obligated through agreements signed in fall 2023.

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Finding 539229 (2024-302)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Wisconsin

WI

Subrecipient Monitoring Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Cash Management § 200.332

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Planned Corrective Action: After the SFY 2022-23 audit finding was received, DHS immediately began corrective actions. No new concerns were identified by LAB during their SFY 2023-24 audit. DHS corrected the assistance listing number (ALN) of TANF funds transf...

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Planned Corrective Action: After the SFY 2022-23 audit finding was received, DHS immediately began corrective actions. No new concerns were identified by LAB during their SFY 2023-24 audit. DHS corrected the assistance listing number (ALN) of TANF funds transferred to the SSBG on the DHS website (https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/gears/index.htm) for the calendar year 2023 and 2024 Basic County Allocation on March 20, 2024. DHS changed the ALN for TANF funds transferred to the SSBG on the calendar year 2025 Basic County Allocation contracts that started January 1, 2025. Anticipated Completion Date: January 1, 2025 Person responsible for corrective action: Rebecca Mogensen, Section Chief Managerial Accounting, Bureau of Fiscal Services, Division of Enterprise Services rebeccaj.mogensen@dhs.wisconsin.gov

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Finding 539228 (2024-201)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Wisconsin

WI

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting Significant Deficiency

Planned Corrective Action: The DCF Bureau of Finance will continue to review and improve the FFATA reporting process to ensure the reporting is accurate and timely. Anticipated Completion Date: The bureau will complete this work by June 30, 2026. Person responsible for corrective action: Rachelle Ar...

Planned Corrective Action: The DCF Bureau of Finance will continue to review and improve the FFATA reporting process to ensure the reporting is accurate and timely. Anticipated Completion Date: The bureau will complete this work by June 30, 2026. Person responsible for corrective action: Rachelle Armstrong, Director Bureau of Finance Rachelle.Armstrong@wisconsin.gov

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Finding 539227 (2024-200)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Wisconsin

WI

Subrecipient Monitoring Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Planned Corrective Action: The DCF Bureau of Working Families (BWF) will review the Work Verification Plan, make updates as necessary, and submit it to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for approval. BWF will resume monitoring and documentation of the work participation information in...

Planned Corrective Action: The DCF Bureau of Working Families (BWF) will review the Work Verification Plan, make updates as necessary, and submit it to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for approval. BWF will resume monitoring and documentation of the work participation information in accordance with the approved Work Verification Plan. Anticipated Completion Date: The bureau will complete this work by June 30, 2025. Persons responsible for corrective action: Patara Horn, Director Bureau of Working Families Pataras.Horn@wisconsin.gov Rachelle Armstrong, Director Bureau of Finance Rachelle.Armstrong@wisconsin.gov

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Finding 539225 (2024-901)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Wisconsin

WI

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Eligibility HUD Housing Programs § 200.303

Planned Corrective Action: The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance accepts the Legislative Audit Bureau’s recommendation to ensure claims meet eligibility requirements and include appropriate documentation. The following corrective actions are planned: • A spreadsheet is used to collect claims s...

Planned Corrective Action: The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance accepts the Legislative Audit Bureau’s recommendation to ensure claims meet eligibility requirements and include appropriate documentation. The following corrective actions are planned: • A spreadsheet is used to collect claims service and payment dates. A formula will be applied to either restrict or flag dates outside the allowable period. • Insurance carriers will be notified of the formula change and reminded to only include claims that were paid within the allowable period. Anticipated Completion Date: The PY 2025 spreadsheet will be updated by February 2025 and insurance carriers notified when provided the updated spreadsheet for PY 2025 reporting. Reporting for 1st quarter 2025 is due in May 2025. Person responsible for corrective action: Rebecca Easland, Deputy Commissioner of Insurance Rebecca.easland@wisconsin

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Finding 539210 (2024-309)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Wisconsin

WI

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting Significant Deficiency

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Planned Corrective Action: DHS agrees with the recommendation to continue efforts to implement the reporting improvements started after the prior year audit. As stated by LAB, updates have been made to the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (F...

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Planned Corrective Action: DHS agrees with the recommendation to continue efforts to implement the reporting improvements started after the prior year audit. As stated by LAB, updates have been made to the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) reporting process and procedures since the prior audit, and they were implemented in the final quarter of SFY 2023-24. Unfortunately, at the time we received the prior year finding, much of SFY 2023-24 was complete, so we had little time to improve FY 2023- 24 reporting. Since the prior audit, all reporting has been accomplished in a timely manner, provided the Federal Award Identification Number (FAIN) was made available by the federal government in a timely manner. For many awards, including Substance Abuse Block Grant, this doesn’t become available for up to 10 months after the period of performance begins, making timely reporting of the subawards impossible. DHS is struggling to meet the extensive audit requirements of FFATA reporting, while also ensuring it adds value to the public. For example: The contract signed date is not captured in STAR and can’t be pulled by query. Manual intervention is required to locate the subaward signed date. • Though the description field is required, it is not displayed publicly in the subawards search results page under the FAIN. In this way, the field may not add value to the public, so DHS uses it to describe the award in ways that are administratively purposeful. • DHS must be informed of subawards by DCF and UW to report them. Reasonably, DHS relies on language in the interagency grant agreement to communicate with these agencies. This communication did not happen in all instances. Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025 Person responsible for corrective action: Vanessa Paulsen, Section Chief Expenditure Accounting, Bureau of Fiscal Services, Division of Enterprise Services vanessa.paulsen@dhs.wisconsin.gov

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Finding 539204 (2024-101)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Wisconsin

WI

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting Significant Deficiency

Planned Corrective Action: The Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) is committed to accountability and transparency in federal award administration, as is the objective of Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) reporting under 2 CFR s. 170. Accordingly, in March 2024, in...

Planned Corrective Action: The Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) is committed to accountability and transparency in federal award administration, as is the objective of Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) reporting under 2 CFR s. 170. Accordingly, in March 2024, in response to the auditor’s finding and recommendations, DOA inquired to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clarification on the requirements for reporting subaward modifications in the FFATA Subaward Reporting System (FSRS). OMB’s response indicated that DOA should “use the total amount after adjusted,” which was DOA’s practice at the time and thus, was maintained. In February 2025, DOA became aware of U. S. General Services Administration (GSA) knowledge base article titled, “Five tips for accurate FFATA* subaward reporting”, published at the Federal Service Desk (fsd.gov). The article states, “When you modify a subaward, update the original report with the new information. If you modify the amount, replace the original amount with the new amount.” In response to that guidance, DOA updated its guidance to state agencies effective March 2025. DOA’s updated guidance also incorporated changes resulting from GSA’s February 27, 2025, announcement that FSRS.gov would be retired on March 6, 2025, and subaward reporting transitioned to SAM.gov effective March 8, 2025. State agencies were provided training regarding the updated guidance on March 6, 2025. Anticipated Completion Date: March 31, 2025 Person responsible for corrective action: Dustin Trickle, Executive Policy & Budget Manager State Budget Office Division of Executive Budget & Finance dustin.trickle1@wisconsin.gov

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Finding 539183 (2024-100)

Significant Deficiency 2024

State of Wisconsin

WI

Eligibility Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.303

Planned Corrective Action: As the auditors noted, the Department of Administration implemented the policies and procedures it developed to review and assess the service organization audit report for the Homeowner Assistance Fund to establish and maintain effective internal control over federal award...

Planned Corrective Action: As the auditors noted, the Department of Administration implemented the policies and procedures it developed to review and assess the service organization audit report for the Homeowner Assistance Fund to establish and maintain effective internal control over federal awards. Anticipated Completion Date: October 2, 2024 Person responsible for corrective action: David Pawlisch, Administrator Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources david.pawlisch@wisconsin.gov

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Finding 539160 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Felician University

NJ

Questioned Costs Student Financial Aid Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking

Return of Title IV (R2T4) Calculations Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants; Federal Work Study Program; Federal Pell Grant Program; Federal Direct Student Loans – Assistance Listing No. 84.007; 84.033; 84.063; 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend that the University review the R2T4 re...

Return of Title IV (R2T4) Calculations Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants; Federal Work Study Program; Federal Pell Grant Program; Federal Direct Student Loans – Assistance Listing No. 84.007; 84.033; 84.063; 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend that the University review the R2T4 requirements and implement procedures to ensure that scheduled breaks and correct withdrawal dates are properly factored into the calculations. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to the finding: Felician University has evaluated and updated our procedures in overseeing R2T4 requirements and will implement procedures to ensure that scheduled breaks and correct withdrawal dates are properly factored into the calculations. Appropriate staff have been notified, and management will monitor this issue regularly during the year to ensure compliance. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Kathy Prieto, Director of Financial Aid Planned completion date for corrective action plan: April 1st, 2025.

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Finding 539156 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Felician University

NJ

Student Financial Aid Significant Deficiency Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking

Title IV Credit Refunds Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants; Federal Work Study Program; Federal Pell Grant Program; Federal Direct Student Loans – Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the University evaluate its procedures and review pol...

Title IV Credit Refunds Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants; Federal Work Study Program; Federal Pell Grant Program; Federal Direct Student Loans – Assistance Listing No. 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the University evaluate its procedures and review policies in overseeing student credit balances to ensure credit balances are returned within the required 14-day timeframe. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to the finding: Felician University has evaluated and updated our procedures in overseeing student credit balances to ensure credit balances are returned within the required 14-day timeframe and notified the appropriate staff. Management will monitor this regularly during the year to ensure compliance. Names(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Mariela Henriquez, Director of Student Accounts Planned completion date for corrective action plan: April 1st, 2025.

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Finding 539154 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Felician University

NJ

Student Financial Aid Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) Reporting Federal Pell Grant Program; Federal Direct Student Loans – Assistance Listing No. 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the University evaluate its procedures and policies around reporting to the COD to ensure that student information is repo...

Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) Reporting Federal Pell Grant Program; Federal Direct Student Loans – Assistance Listing No. 84.063, 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend the University evaluate its procedures and policies around reporting to the COD to ensure that student information is reported accurately and timely. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to the finding: Felician University has evaluated its procedures and policies around reporting to the COD to ensure that student information is reported accurately and timely. Appropriate staff have been notified, and management will regularly monitor this issue during the year to ensure compliance. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Kath Prieto, Director of Financial Aid Planned completion date for corrective action plan: April 1st, 2025.

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Finding 539150 (2024-005)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Worker Education & Resource Center INC

CA

Questioned Costs Eligibility Subrecipient Monitoring

During the period being audited internal controls for program participants documents were not reviewed by the former Executive Director. The new Executive Director has implemented a check and balance procedure that requires the Case Manager, Program Manager, and Executive Director to review and sign...

During the period being audited internal controls for program participants documents were not reviewed by the former Executive Director. The new Executive Director has implemented a check and balance procedure that requires the Case Manager, Program Manager, and Executive Director to review and sign off on participant application forms and to be documented on the participants application before the participant can move forward in the program.

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Finding 539149 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Worker Education & Resource Center INC

CA

Questioned Costs Eligibility Subrecipient Monitoring

During the period being audited internal controls for program participants documents were not reviewed by the former Executive Director. The new Executive Director has implemented a check and balance procedure that requires the Case Manager, Program Manager, and Executive Director to review and sign...

During the period being audited internal controls for program participants documents were not reviewed by the former Executive Director. The new Executive Director has implemented a check and balance procedure that requires the Case Manager, Program Manager, and Executive Director to review and sign off on participant application forms and to be documented on the participants application before the participant can move forward in the program.

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Finding 539145 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Blueprint Schools Network, Inc.

MA

Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

March 18, 2025 U.S. Department of Treasury Blueprint Schools Network respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 Name and address of independent public accounting firm: AAFCPAs 50 Washington Street, Westborough, Massachusetts 01581 Audit period: ...

March 18, 2025 U.S. Department of Treasury Blueprint Schools Network respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 Name and address of independent public accounting firm: AAFCPAs 50 Washington Street, Westborough, Massachusetts 01581 Audit period: July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024 The finding from the fiscal year 2024 schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The finding is numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS - FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT FINDINGS SIGNIFICANT DEFICIENCY 2024-001 Credit Card Receipt Retention Recommendation: Management should establish a more robust system for ensuring that credit card receipts are always obtained, reviewed, and filed before making any disbursements. In addition, management should implement supporting internal control policies related to the retention and archiving of credit card receipts and other supporting documents, with clear responsibilities assigned to individuals. Action Taken: We concur with the recommendation. We have met with all employees responsible for submitting the required documentation related to all transactions. We discussed with the employees the importance of not only completing the documentation, but also the importance of its proper submission to the finance department. We will be implementing a loss receipt form that must be completed by all employees that cannot provide the necessary documentation for transactions. This will be implemented effective March 18, 2025. SIGNIFICANT DEFICIENCY DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY Passed through District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent 2024-001 Credit Card Receipt Retention COVID-19 - Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, assistance listing number 21.027. Recommendation: See above. Action Taken: See above. If the U.S. Department of Treasury or District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Ted Trevens at 617-417-2802. Sincerely yours, Theodore Trevens Director of Finance

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Finding 539143 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Mountain Communities Supporting Education, Inc.

VT

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.303

We understand that the two areas of concern were related to: 1. Charging future grant expenses to prepaid expenses and accounts payable. We recognize that this occurrence was due to a one-time grant transfer from another organization. We have taken this as a learning opportunity and will not re...

We understand that the two areas of concern were related to: 1. Charging future grant expenses to prepaid expenses and accounts payable. We recognize that this occurrence was due to a one-time grant transfer from another organization. We have taken this as a learning opportunity and will not repeat this procedure. It is essential to adhere to proper accounting principles. 2. An error in the calculation of PTO. We agree that this was an oversight that could have been prevented by a secondary review of the data. While these were largely isolted incidents, we understand the importance of robust internal controls. Therefore, to more accurately state the ending balances on the MCSE Balance Sheet and to prevent similar issues in the future, we propose the following updates to our internal controls: 1. Segregation of Duties: Purpose: To ensure no single individual has complete control over all aspects of a financial transaction. 2. Approval Workflows: Purpose: To establish clear approval processes for all financial transactions. 3. Periodic Reconciliations: Purpose: To regularly compare balances in the general ledger with supporting documentation (e.g., bank statements, and subsidiary ledgers). We believe these enhancements will strengthen our financial management and ensure greater accuracy in our reporting. We are commiteeed to implementing these changes promptly and will provide documentation of their implementation.

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Finding 539136 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Wyoming Energy Authority

WY

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties HUD Housing Programs Reporting

2024-001: Segregation of Duties (Significant Deficiency) Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management concurs with the finding. The Authority will implement controls when feasible. In addition, the Executive Director and the Board of Directors will continue to review ...

2024-001: Segregation of Duties (Significant Deficiency) Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Actions: Management concurs with the finding. The Authority will implement controls when feasible. In addition, the Executive Director and the Board of Directors will continue to review the Accounting Manager’s monthly financials and back up documentation. In addition, the Board treasurer reviews bank statements and bank reconciliations monthly. The Authority has also hired an external accounting firm to assist in the review process. Completion Date - December 2024 Contact Person - Jami Blosmo, Accounting Manager

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Finding 539119 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Shoals Community School Corporation

IN

School Nutrition Programs Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.303

Description of Corrective Action Plan: Shoals Community School Corporation’s Director of School Nutrition, Tamara Florio, will ensure that all time cards are signed by the employee and by herself before submitting to the Payroll Administrator, Darla Holt. Responsible Party and Time and Timeline for ...

Description of Corrective Action Plan: Shoals Community School Corporation’s Director of School Nutrition, Tamara Florio, will ensure that all time cards are signed by the employee and by herself before submitting to the Payroll Administrator, Darla Holt. Responsible Party and Time and Timeline for Completion: Tamara Florio, Director of School Nutrition-this will be implemented immediately, this 2024-2025 school year.

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Finding 539117 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Shoals Community School Corporation

IN

Special Tests & Provisions Subrecipient Monitoring Significant Deficiency § 200.303

Description of Corrective Action Plan: Shoals Community School Corporation will follow and monitor all contracts including Davis-Bacon wage rate requirements. Shoals Community School Corporation had a new HVAC system installed since the audit period finding and followed the Davis-Bacon wage rate req...

Description of Corrective Action Plan: Shoals Community School Corporation will follow and monitor all contracts including Davis-Bacon wage rate requirements. Shoals Community School Corporation had a new HVAC system installed since the audit period finding and followed the Davis-Bacon wage rate requirements including internal controls to ensure compliance. Responsible Party and Timeline for Completion: Kindra Hovis, Superintendent has implemented Davis-Bacon wage requirements since the audit period.

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Finding 539113 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Fairleigh Dickinson University

NJ

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.1

The University will implement an additional level of review within the Finance Department over the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards in order to ensure accuracy and completeness of the schedule. In addition, there will be inclusion of the Office of Grants and Sponsored Projects in the prep...

The University will implement an additional level of review within the Finance Department over the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards in order to ensure accuracy and completeness of the schedule. In addition, there will be inclusion of the Office of Grants and Sponsored Projects in the preparation and review of the schedule. The University is also looking into the implementation of software for award management to help avoid future oversights.

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Finding 539102 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

University of Lynchburg

VA

Student Financial Aid Special Tests & Provisions Reporting

2024-002 Notification of Disbursements (Significant Deficiency) Criteria: Institutions are required to report enrollment information under the Pell grant and the Direct loan programs via the NSLDS. The administration of the Title IV programs depends heavily on the accuracy and timeliness of the enro...

2024-002 Notification of Disbursements (Significant Deficiency) Criteria: Institutions are required to report enrollment information under the Pell grant and the Direct loan programs via the NSLDS. The administration of the Title IV programs depends heavily on the accuracy and timeliness of the enrollment information reported by institutions. Institutions must review, update, and certify student enrollment statuses, program information, and effective dates that appear on the Enrollment Reporting Roster file or on the Enrollment Maintenance page of the NSLDS Professional Access website in accordance with 34 CFR 690.83(b)(2) and 34 CFR 685.309. Condition: Eleven of the seventeen students selected for withdraw testing for the 2023-2024 academic year required an update to NSLDS enrollment status. The enrollment status for four students was not updated in a timely manner. Enrollment status updates failed to be reported within 60 days of the date of determination after the students were no longer enrolled on at least a half-time basis. Action Taken: As part of completing the institution’s conversion to a new student information system (Colleague), the Registrar’s Office has set up the enrollment management module, which streamlines enrollment and graduation reporting to the National Student Clearinghouse. The University has set an annual schedule of submissions with the National Student Clearinghouse, according to federal guidelines and has been following it accordingly. Responsible Party: Julie R. Allen, Registrar Point of Contact: Julie R. Allen, Registrar allen.jr@lynchburg.edu (434) 544-8223 Expected date of correction: January 1, 2025

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Finding 539101 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

University of Lynchburg

VA

Student Financial Aid Special Tests & Provisions Eligibility

2024-001 Notification of Disbursements (Significant Deficiency) Criteria: Prior to making a disbursement, the school must notify students of the amount and type of Title IV funds they are expected to receive, and how and when those disbursements will be made (often referred to as an award letter or ...

2024-001 Notification of Disbursements (Significant Deficiency) Criteria: Prior to making a disbursement, the school must notify students of the amount and type of Title IV funds they are expected to receive, and how and when those disbursements will be made (often referred to as an award letter or college financing plan) (34 CFR 668.165(a)(1)). Condition: One out of twenty-five undergraduate students selected for disbursement testing for the 2023-2024 academic year was not documented as having been notified prior to the disbursement of Title IV funds. Notification failed to occur after the student's enrollment status changed from half-time to three-fourths time enrollment, making them eligible for additional Pell Grant awards. Action Taken: The University will request assistance from the software provider and consultants to develop a notification process for when a student’s enrollment status changes from half-time to three-fourths time enrollment. Responsible Party: Emily Williamson, Financial Aid Director Point of contact: Emily Williamson, Financial Aid Director Williamson_e@lynchburg.edu (434) 993-8253 Expected date of correction: June 1, 2025

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Finding 539097 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Mount Mary University, Inc.

WI

Student Financial Aid Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Reporting

U.S. Department of Education 2024-001 Student Financial Aid Cluster – Assistance Listing No. 84.063 & 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend that the University be utilizing the most current version of software for reporting, and the University reviews withdrawals monthly to ensure that the students ar...

U.S. Department of Education 2024-001 Student Financial Aid Cluster – Assistance Listing No. 84.063 & 84.268 Recommendation: We recommend that the University be utilizing the most current version of software for reporting, and the University reviews withdrawals monthly to ensure that the students are reported correctly to NSC and subsequently to NSLDS. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The University has submitted and reviewed a batch update for the two individuals currently labeled with incorrect statuses and/or effective dates. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Nicole Biddle, Senior Director of Finance Planned completion date for corrective action plan: June 30, 2025

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Finding 539094 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Delaware College of Art and Design

DE

Special Tests & Provisions Eligibility Significant Deficiency

View of Responsible Officials: A policy for notifying applicants of changes to Expected Family Contribution (EFC) or financial assistance resulting from the verification process is contained in the Delaware College of Art and Design (DCAD) Approval, Delivery, and Disbursement of Title IV Funds Polic...

View of Responsible Officials: A policy for notifying applicants of changes to Expected Family Contribution (EFC) or financial assistance resulting from the verification process is contained in the Delaware College of Art and Design (DCAD) Approval, Delivery, and Disbursement of Title IV Funds Policies and Procedures in Section III Item d. (previously submitted). Should any of the students’ financial aid change or increase, FAO emails the student Updated Financial Aid Award Letters reflecting the changes. A copy of the student’s Need Analysis/Award Updates is also given to the Bursar. The two other omissions in the finding were correctly noted as not written in DCAD’s policy. No planned corrective action is necessary due to the College’s closure.

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Finding 539082 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

City of Glendale, Arizona

AZ

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Allowable Costs / Cost Principles HUD Housing Programs

COVID-19 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund– Assistance Listing No. 21.027 Recommendation: The City should enhance or modify its internal controls over suspension and debarment, as necessary, to ensure compliance with suspension and debarment provisions. Explanation of disagreement wi...

COVID-19 Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund– Assistance Listing No. 21.027 Recommendation: The City should enhance or modify its internal controls over suspension and debarment, as necessary, to ensure compliance with suspension and debarment provisions. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: We provided training to procurement staff about the suspension and debarment requirements of 2 CFR 200.214. Further, we expanded language in the City’s formal soliciation template regarding suspension and debarment and added a specifc step on our solitication timeline checklist to perform SAM checks. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action Levi Gibson, Budget and Finance Director Planned completion date for corrective action plan: December 2024

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Finding 539067 (2024-009)

Significant Deficiency 2024

City of Boston

MA

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Student Financial Aid Allowable Costs / Cost Principles § 200.303 § 200.64 § 200.67

Boston Public Schools has revised its’ eligibility record keeping process to ensure that records are accurate and complete. This adjustment to record keeping practice has been instituted beginning with the FY25 grant application cycle. Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025 Responsible Contact...

Boston Public Schools has revised its’ eligibility record keeping process to ensure that records are accurate and complete. This adjustment to record keeping practice has been instituted beginning with the FY25 grant application cycle. Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025 Responsible Contact Person: Colin Musto, Assistant City Auditor, Grants Monitoring Unit colin.musto@boston.gov

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