Corrective Action Plans

Finding 526836 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Housing Authority

KY

HUD Housing Programs Subrecipient Monitoring Eligibility

2024-01 Audit Finding/Plan of Action As requested, the Lexington Housing Authority (LHA) proposes this corrective plan of action to address a finding and other deficiencies found during an audit conducted by Rector, Reeder & Lofton PC, onsite at LHA September 16-20, 2024. Specifically, those defici...

2024-01 Audit Finding/Plan of Action As requested, the Lexington Housing Authority (LHA) proposes this corrective plan of action to address a finding and other deficiencies found during an audit conducted by Rector, Reeder & Lofton PC, onsite at LHA September 16-20, 2024. Specifically, those deficiencies include: • Thirteen (13) files where the annual reexamination was completed or made effective at least two months past the due date. • Four (4) files lacking proper verification of income or deductions. • Three (3) files with miscalculationsof annual income. • Four (4) files missing the EIV. • One (1) file processed for annual reexamination without tenant involvement. LHA proposes the following to address the finding and deficiencies. - LHA will require training for each Housing Management Specialist (HMS) to review rent calculation, income verification, deductions and EIV file documentation. - Like other employers nationally, LHA is challenged with staffing issues, with a turnover rate of 84% for new hire HMS. To address staffing LHA will: • Advertise open positions online, on social media and in the local newspaper. • Evaluate incentives that will allow LHA to retain staff. • Allow over-time on an as-needed basis to complete and process certifications. • Offer new HMS pay beyond the minimum position classification scale. Further, LHA housing management staff will adhere to the following procedures to facilitate timely completion of annual certifications. - HMS staff will continue utilize in-person interviews and mail (via USPS and email) to complete needed documentation for annual certifications. - HMS staff may utilize electronic signature to attain required signatures when necessary. - Periodically housing managers will run the certification audit report to be shared with the Chief Operating Officer to monitor the status of in-progress and upcoming certifications. - LHA's compliance coordinator will complete QC reviews of 50% or 457 public housing files during FY2025. The compliance coordinator has undergone several training workshops and staff-shadowing during 2024 and is adequately trained to complete this task. - LHA will evaluate the possibility of securing a third-party to assist in timely completion of annual recertifications. LHA staff will apply these procedures as outlined to mitigate this finding to ensure compliance and proper documentation of future certifications. Contact Person: Andrea Wilson, Chief Operating Officer Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025

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Finding 526814 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Columbia College

MO

Student Financial Aid Reporting Special Tests & Provisions

2024‐002 – Reporting Student Withdrawal Date in the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) (Significant Deficiency) Criteria: The College is responsible for submitting timely, accurate and complete responses to Enrollment Reporting roster files and for maintaining proper documentation in accordan...

2024‐002 – Reporting Student Withdrawal Date in the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) (Significant Deficiency) Criteria: The College is responsible for submitting timely, accurate and complete responses to Enrollment Reporting roster files and for maintaining proper documentation in accordance with 34 CFR Section 685.309(a)(2). Condition: From a population of 208 students that withdrew officially or unofficially during the fiscal year, we tested 22 and noted that withdrawal dates were submitted untimely for all 22 students and the incorrect date was reported for six students. Action Taken: We concur with this finding. The Office of the Registrar reports the withdrawal date via Clearing House. However, the withdrawal date is overridden by any subsequent enrollment updates. Moving forward, the Office of Financial Aid will ensure that withdrawal dates for R2T4 calculations are accurately reported. The updated enrollment information will be saved in the student’s electronic file to maintain proper documentation and compliance. Responsible Party: Sharon Murphy, Registrar Point of Contact: Sharon Murphy, Registrar (smurphy@columbiasc.edu) Expected date of correction: January 2025

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Finding 526813 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Columbia College

MO

Special Tests & Provisions Student Financial Aid Significant Deficiency

2024‐001 – Incorrect Calculation of Title IV Funds Refunds (Significant Deficiency) Criteria: The total number of calendar days in a payment period or period of enrollment includes all days within the period that a student was scheduled to complete, except that scheduled breaks of at least five cons...

2024‐001 – Incorrect Calculation of Title IV Funds Refunds (Significant Deficiency) Criteria: The total number of calendar days in a payment period or period of enrollment includes all days within the period that a student was scheduled to complete, except that scheduled breaks of at least five consecutive days are excluded from the total number of calendar days in a payment period or period of enrollment and the number of calendar days completed in that period. Condition: From a population of 208 students that officially or unofficially withdrew from a payment period, we tested 22 and noted that ten students required refund calculations. From these calculations we noted the following: 1. Thanksgiving break of five days was deducted incorrectly from total days in three calculations. 2. Spring break of nine days was deducted incorrectly as five days in one calculation. Action Taken: We concur with this finding. The Office of Financial Aid conducted an internal review of all Return of Title IV (R2T4) calculations for the 2023‐2024 academic year. Two students within the audit sample had been corrected prior to the audit; however, their disbursements were not updated in the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system at the time of the request. To prevent future discrepancies, we have collaborated with PowerFAIDS to ensure that the appropriate number of days associated with Thanksgiving and Spring Break are accurately assigned to students. Additionally, each financial aid counselor will complete the R2T4 calculation within three days of receiving a withdrawal notification email. Upon completion, the calculation will undergo a review by the Associate and/or Senior Director of Financial Aid to verify accuracy. Responsible Party: Lola Kennedy, Senior Director of Financial Aid Point of Contact: Lola Kennedy, Senior Director of Financial Aid (lkennedy@columbiasc.edu) Expected date of correction: January 2025

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Finding 526805 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Levittown Union Free School District

NY

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Significant Deficiency

1. Audit Finding: 2024-002 The District did not take timely action to obtain Payroll Certification Forms from employees whose salaries were funded through federal funds. We recommend the District comply with their written policies and procedures to be in compliance with the Uniform Guidance. ...

1. Audit Finding: 2024-002 The District did not take timely action to obtain Payroll Certification Forms from employees whose salaries were funded through federal funds. We recommend the District comply with their written policies and procedures to be in compliance with the Uniform Guidance. The District requires all departments whose employees’ salaries are funded through federal funds to furnish the Payroll Verification Forms to the Business Office in a timely manner. The Business Office will continue to review all forms for accuracy and will continue follow up with departments to assure timeliness while complying with District policy and procedures in accordance with the Uniform Guidance. Individuals Responsible for Implementation: Linda Dolecek, District Treasurer; Dawn Wang, IDEA Grants; Michele Ortiz, Title Grants; Dr. Patricia Kolodnicki, Other Federal Grants Completion Date: June 30, 2025

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Finding 526804 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Adams County Housing Authority

PA

HUD Housing Programs Eligibility Reporting

Adams County Housing Authority 40 E. High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325 Phone (717) 334-1518 Fax (717) 334-8326 TDD/TTY Relay Service: 1-800-654-5984 www.adamscha.org CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN #2024 -001 - Significant Deficiency- Eligibility Compliance - Housing Assistance Payments Section 8 Housing C...

Adams County Housing Authority 40 E. High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325 Phone (717) 334-1518 Fax (717) 334-8326 TDD/TTY Relay Service: 1-800-654-5984 www.adamscha.org CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN #2024 -001 - Significant Deficiency- Eligibility Compliance - Housing Assistance Payments Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, ALN #14.871 Condition During the course of the audit, it was noted that the amount of the HAP payments was miscalculated for an individual utilizing the program. Cause The cause is due to not receiving all pay stubs and bank statements from the individual to correctly calculate their HAP payment. Recommendation We recommend that the Authority implement additional review procedures over the HAP contract and documentation prior or soon after the file is finalized. View of responsible officials and planned corrective action Housing Authority Management agrees that this compliance requirement is listed in the compliance supplement. The HCV Supervisor will incorporate supplementary review procedures to detect any miscalculations, errors, or missing information in all files. The HCV staff will participate in further training. The HCV Supervisor will do a final file review. If the Department of Housing and Urban Development has any questions regarding this plan, please call the Adams County Housing Authority Executive Director, Stephanie Mcllwee.

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Finding 526790 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Municipality of Cayey

PR

Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting Significant Deficiency

COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO AUTONOMOUS MUNICIPALITY OF CAYEY Corrective Action Plan For the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024 Audit Report: Reports on Compliance and Internal Control in Accordance with Government Auditing Standards and OMB Super Circular Unifo...

COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO AUTONOMOUS MUNICIPALITY OF CAYEY Corrective Action Plan For the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024 Audit Report: Reports on Compliance and Internal Control in Accordance with Government Auditing Standards and OMB Super Circular Uniform Guidance Audit Period: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 Fiscal Year: 2023-2024 Principal Executive: Hon. Rolando Ortiz Velázquez, Mayor Contact Person: Mrs. Eunice Diaz, Finance and Budget Director Phone: (787) 738-3211 Original Finding Number: 2024-003 Statement of Concurrence or Non concurrence: We concur with the finding. Corrective Action: The Head Start and Early Head Start Program accountant will reconcile transactions to the general ledger on a monthly basis, that is, review and compare each transaction to the IDs. After reviewing, appropriate corrections will be made if necessary. Implementation Date: During fiscal year 2024-2025. Responsible Person: Mrs. Idenisse Díaz Head Start Program Director

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Finding 526788 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Municipality of Cayey

PR

Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Subrecipient Monitoring Significant Deficiency

COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO AUTONOMOUS MUNICIPALITY OF CAYEY Corrective Action Plan For the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024 Audit Report: Reports on Compliance and Internal Control in Accordance with Government Auditing Standards and OMB Super Circular Uniform Guidance Audit Period: July 1, 2023 ...

COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO AUTONOMOUS MUNICIPALITY OF CAYEY Corrective Action Plan For the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024 Audit Report: Reports on Compliance and Internal Control in Accordance with Government Auditing Standards and OMB Super Circular Uniform Guidance Audit Period: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 Fiscal Year: 2023-2024 Principal Executive: Hon. Rolando Ortiz Velázquez, Mayor Contact Person: Mrs. Eunice Diaz, Finance and Budget Director Phone: (787) 738-3211 Original Finding Number: 2024-004 Statement of Concurrence or Non concurrence: We concur with the finding. Corrective Action : In this case, for the year 2024-2025, it has already been verified that ACUDEN complies with the provisions of the contract. As an internal control and prevention measure, the budget sent by the Agency will be verified with the percentages (%) established in the contract. If they do not match, ACUDEN will be asked to amend the budget. Implementation Date: During fiscal year 2024-2025. Responsible Person: Mrs. Natasha Vásquez Federal Programs Director

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Finding 526787 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Catholic Charities, Inc.

DE

Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Eligibility Significant Deficiency

Corrective Action Plan: - Instance #1: Monthly case worker review of files and ongoing staff training on income calculations. - Instance #2: Monthly case worker review of files and ongoing staff training on ensuring all the necessary, most updated documentation is received before processing an appli...

Corrective Action Plan: - Instance #1: Monthly case worker review of files and ongoing staff training on income calculations. - Instance #2: Monthly case worker review of files and ongoing staff training on ensuring all the necessary, most updated documentation is received before processing an application. - Instance #3: Staff training in file management and archiving. A new file will be created for the client. Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Vickie Artis, DEAP Assistant Program Manager Anticipated Completion Date of Corrective Action: February 26, 2025

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Finding 526786 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Catholic Charities, Inc.

DE

Cash Management Eligibility Significant Deficiency

Corrective Action Plan: Catholic Charities Program Manager, Joanne Varnes conducted an annual CACFP training with all staff on 12/18/2024. Staff present: Pam Altemus, Tammy Ketterer, Desiree Downs and Joanne Varnes. The annual audit was discussed. Each staff member will review the claims for accurac...

Corrective Action Plan: Catholic Charities Program Manager, Joanne Varnes conducted an annual CACFP training with all staff on 12/18/2024. Staff present: Pam Altemus, Tammy Ketterer, Desiree Downs and Joanne Varnes. The annual audit was discussed. Each staff member will review the claims for accuracy before entering into the State's online website for reimbursement. Program Manager, Joanne Varnes will conduct case record reviews of all providers' files/ claims to ensure participants are reimbursed at the correct rates, days, and number of meals served. Contact Person Responsible for Corrective Action: Joanne Varnes, CACFP Program Manager Anticipated Completion Date of Corrective Action: Immediately

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Finding 526783 (2024-001)

None 2024

Town of Stratford, Connecticut

CT

Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Significant Deficiency

Finding 2024-001 (Repeat Finding of 2023-002) Grant Activity Tracking and Recording (Material Weakness) Description of Finding State and federal intergovernmental revenue, receivables, unearned revenues, and deferred inflows required material audit adjustments to properly record activity and balance...

Finding 2024-001 (Repeat Finding of 2023-002) Grant Activity Tracking and Recording (Material Weakness) Description of Finding State and federal intergovernmental revenue, receivables, unearned revenues, and deferred inflows required material audit adjustments to properly record activity and balances at year-end. The Town completed the necessary grant roll-forward schedules for funds with significant operating and capital grants, however the Town did not record the necessary adjustments to properly record state and federal grant-related balances in various funds. Statement of Concurrence or Nonconcurrence Management agrees with the finding. Corrective Action The Town is implementing various procedures to ensure grant related balances are properly tracked and recorded, and will enhance their controls over this area. Name of Contact Person Dawn Savo, Finance Director Projected Completion Date June 30, 2025

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Finding 526764 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Caverna Independent School District

KY

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Reporting

January 23,2025 Kentucky Department of Education Caverna Independent School District, respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2024. Campbell, Myers & Rutledge, PLLC 410 South Broadway Glasgow, Kentucky 42141 Audit Period: June 30, 2024 The findings fr...

January 23,2025 Kentucky Department of Education Caverna Independent School District, respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended June 30, 2024. Campbell, Myers & Rutledge, PLLC 410 South Broadway Glasgow, Kentucky 42141 Audit Period: June 30, 2024 The findings from the June 30, 2024 schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the numbers assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS- FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT NONE. FINDINGS- FEDERAL AWARDS PROGRAM AUDITS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- CHILD NUTRITION CLUSTER 2020-001 Child Nutrition Cluster National School Lunch Program- CFDA NO. 10.555 Summer Food Service Program- CFDA NO. 10.559 National School Breakfast Program- CFDA NO. 10.553 Significant Deficiencies: See Finding 2024-001. Recommendation: Caverna Independent School District should ensure that all staff fill out purchase orders and must be approved before expenditures are incurred. Action Taken: Procedures have been implemented to ensure that purchase orders are completed and approved before any purchases are made. If Kentucky Department of Education has questions regarding this plan, please call Lisa Austin at 270-773-2530. Sincerely Yours, Lisa Austin Finance Officer Caverna Board of Education

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Finding 526763 (2024-006)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Safford Unified School District No. 1

AZ

Special Tests & Provisions Subrecipient Monitoring Significant Deficiency § 200.303

2024-006: PROVISIONS OF THE DAVIS-BACON ACT Program: Education Stabilization Fund Federal Assistance Listing Number: 84.425U Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Education Pass-Through Agency: Arizona Department of Education Grantor Number: 21FESIII-111217-01A Questioned Costs: $-0- Type of Finding: N...

2024-006: PROVISIONS OF THE DAVIS-BACON ACT Program: Education Stabilization Fund Federal Assistance Listing Number: 84.425U Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Education Pass-Through Agency: Arizona Department of Education Grantor Number: 21FESIII-111217-01A Questioned Costs: $-0- Type of Finding: Noncompliance (Other Matter), significant deficiency in internal control Compliance Requirement: N. Special Tests and Provisions Repeat Finding: This is not a repeat finding. Condition/Context: During our testing of two of 2 contractors, we noted the District did not have adequate internal controls designed to ensure contractors were in compliance with applicable Davis-Bacon Wage Rate requirements. The District did not retain documentation supporting indication of certified payrolls being submitted in accordance with monitoring compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act requirements for contracts funded by the Education Stabilization Fund. Corrective Action: The District will review its process for retaining wage rate requirements and ensure all minor construction projects are having these wage rate requirements maintained. Planned completion date for corrective action plan: For the period ending June 30, 2025. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action: Frank Gutierrez, Director of Support Operations

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Finding 526753 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District

CA

Student Financial Aid Special Tests & Provisions Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Corrective Action Plan: Due to a sudden and unanticipated staffing shortage, R2T4 calculations were performed beyond the required timeframe. A staff member has been hired and one of their main tasks is to do R2T4 Calculations. We reached out to the faculty to get the last day of academic related eng...

Corrective Action Plan: Due to a sudden and unanticipated staffing shortage, R2T4 calculations were performed beyond the required timeframe. A staff member has been hired and one of their main tasks is to do R2T4 Calculations. We reached out to the faculty to get the last day of academic related engagement. In cases where we are unable to get the last day of academic related engagement, the federal guidelines allow schools to use the midpoint of the payment period for the R2T4 calculations. All policies and procedures relating to R2T4 processing have been reviewed and updated, and a review of all prior year calculations will be performed as well, to ensure compliance. Additional staff have been hired and trained in the process, and calculations are being performed. Adequate and trained staff will ensure that all required calculations are performed accurately, and according to required timelines. In addition, the Financial Aid Office has transitioned from SAM to the Colleague Financial Aid System (starting in 2024-25) which will provide a more automated and integrated process, with enhanced internal controls.

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Finding 526752 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District

CA

Student Financial Aid Matching / Level of Effort / Earmarking Significant Deficiency § 200.303

Corrective Action Plan: These initial Pell overpayments were incurred in the “early” Pell disbursements that occurred a week before the semester started and the first two weeks of the semester. The enrollment was reported correctly, but part of the issue was the current FA system (SAM) was not progr...

Corrective Action Plan: These initial Pell overpayments were incurred in the “early” Pell disbursements that occurred a week before the semester started and the first two weeks of the semester. The enrollment was reported correctly, but part of the issue was the current FA system (SAM) was not programmed to adjust the amount disbursed based on the student’s current enrollment at the time of disbursement. For the Spring 2024 semester, testing was done on SAM to disburse aid based on current enrollment for the early Spring 2024 disbursements. This change reduced the amount in overpayments if students drop below ½ time for the semester, or withdrew completely. In addition, the Financial Aid Office transitioned from SAM to the Colleague Financial Aid System (starting in 2024-25). Colleague is already programmed to disburse aid based on current enrollment status, so this will not be a recurring issue in the future. Early Disbursement and Overpayment Notes: • For Fall 2023 semester, the first early Pell disbursement was based on 25% of a student’s semester award based on full-time enrollment. If a student is currently enrolled ½-time or higher when this disbursement is processed, they will receive the 25% award amount. If a student is enrolled in less than ½-time status (.5 units to 5.5 units), they will receive a $500 Pell disbursement to account for the lower Pell grant award for less than ½-time students. • For Spring 2024 semester, after testing in SAM, we were able to disburse the early disbursements based on the current enrollment before Census which lowered the overpayment amount significantly. • We understand students add/drop courses through the first two weeks of the semester. The final Pell grant award for the semester is adjusted to the student’s enrollment status on Census day. Students who are ½-time or higher at Census will not be a Pell overpayment for the semester since their Pell grant award will be at 50% or higher. • For students who were enrolled at ½-time or higher at the time the early disbursement was processed, but then dropped to less than ½-time or withdrew completely by Census day, they will be considered a Pell overpayment. o These types of overpayments are unavoidable. o Example: Currently, if a student is scheduled a $500 disbursement for the early 25% disbursement, and is enrolled ½ time, they will receive $500. With the change to actual enrollment (1/2 time for this case), the student will receive $250 instead of $500. If the student drops below 1/2-time or withdraws completely by census, the highest overpayment amount will be $250 instead of $500.

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Finding 526732 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Roosevelt Elementary School District No. 66

AZ

Period of Performance Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties § 200.303

Finding Number: 2024-002 Program Name/Assistance Listing Titles: Title I Grants to Local Educational Agencies; Education Stabilization Fund Assistance Listing Numbers: 84.010; 84.425U; 84.425W Contact Person: Kris Terwilleger, Director of Finance Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025 Planned Co...

Finding Number: 2024-002 Program Name/Assistance Listing Titles: Title I Grants to Local Educational Agencies; Education Stabilization Fund Assistance Listing Numbers: 84.010; 84.425U; 84.425W Contact Person: Kris Terwilleger, Director of Finance Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025 Planned Corrective Action: Will adjust process of JE approval to include contingency plan that in the event of the accountant being absent, the Senior Buyer will prepare the JE for Director of Finance approval.

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Finding 526724 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Heartland Community Health Clinic D/b/a Heartland Health Services

IL

Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Action taken in response to finding: The Revenue Cycle Manager will review all manual entries of financial assistance adjustments for accuracy upon review of financial assistance application assessments. The Revenue Cycle Manager and CFO will meet and review financial assistance adjustments on a mon...

Action taken in response to finding: The Revenue Cycle Manager will review all manual entries of financial assistance adjustments for accuracy upon review of financial assistance application assessments. The Revenue Cycle Manager and CFO will meet and review financial assistance adjustments on a monthly basis to ensure appropriate slides have been implemented based on family size and income. Name(s) of the contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: Katie Saucedo, Revenue Cycle Manager and Tony Bartlett, Chief Financial Officer Planned completion date for corrective action plan: 4/1/25

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Finding 526721 (2024-005)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Bay De Noc Community College

MI

Reporting Significant Deficiency

Untimely Report Submission. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The Academic Catch-Up program quarterly reports were not submitted timely. As a result of this condition, two of the four quarterly reports submitted in fiscal year 2024 were after the required deadline. Auditor Recommendation....

Untimely Report Submission. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The Academic Catch-Up program quarterly reports were not submitted timely. As a result of this condition, two of the four quarterly reports submitted in fiscal year 2024 were after the required deadline. Auditor Recommendation. We recommend that the College develop procedures to track when reports are due and have an independent second individual perform a review to ensure accurate and timely submissions. Corrective Action. The Senior Accountant will review the reporting procedures to ensure accurate and timely report submissions. The Senior Accountant will check the timestamps of each report to ensure timely reporting. Responsible Person. Sherri Viau, Senior Accountant. Anticipated Completion Date. June 30, 2025.

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Finding 526718 (2024-004)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Bay De Noc Community College

MI

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Student Financial Aid Significant Deficiency

Michigan Reconnect Expansion Refund Calculation Error. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The student development fees and the technology fees that were required to be included in the scholarship refund calculation were missed for one student. As a result of this condition, one refund calc...

Michigan Reconnect Expansion Refund Calculation Error. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The student development fees and the technology fees that were required to be included in the scholarship refund calculation were missed for one student. As a result of this condition, one refund calculation for the grant was incorrect, resulting in an underpayment of $752. It is our understanding that on December 16, 2024, the College refunded this amount to the U.S. Department of Treasury for those affected by this calculation error. Auditor Recommendation. Management has already taken appropriate corrective action by updating the returns for the student impacted by the refund calculation error. However, we recommend that the College implement a review process to ensure that any correction is being reviewed by an independent second individual. Corrective Action. The College has performed the necessary steps to correct the error and will amend the refund calculation process to ensure that a second individual is reviewing the work performed. Responsible Person. Ruth Carlson, Director of Financial Aid. Anticipated Completion Date. December 16, 2024.

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Finding 526715 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Bay De Noc Community College

MI

Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Student Financial Aid Significant Deficiency

Michigan Reconnect Expansion Calculation Error. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The College’s review process for the Michigan Reconnect Grant scholarships is performed by manually reviewing a select group of students before funds are disbursed. Two students who were not a part of this s...

Michigan Reconnect Expansion Calculation Error. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. The College’s review process for the Michigan Reconnect Grant scholarships is performed by manually reviewing a select group of students before funds are disbursed. Two students who were not a part of this selected group had tuition costs mistakenly included with their fees. As a result of this condition, two students’ scholarship calculations were incorrect, resulting in an overpayment of $3,054 to those students. It is our understanding that on October 30, 2024, the College completed the F4F Reconnect refund worksheet and mailed a check with the amount to be returned to the U.S. Department of Treasury. Auditor Recommendation. We recommend that the College follow the review processes they have in place and include formal documentation showing the preparer is a separate individual from the reviewer. Corrective Action. Upon discovery of the Michigan Reconnect Expansion calculation error, the College went through and made corrections to all student accounts affected. To prevent a similar problem arising in the future, the College has modified their review process to now require two signoffs, one to document the preparer and one to document the reviewer. Responsible Person. Ruth Carlson, Director of Financial Aid. Anticipated Completion Date. October 30, 2024.

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Finding 526708 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Bay De Noc Community College

MI

Student Financial Aid Eligibility Significant Deficiency

Cost of Attendance Input Error. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. There was an input error in the summer transportation component of the cost of attendance calculation. Instead of the on-campus students being designated with their own rate ($405), it was instead set to "All students 2023-...

Cost of Attendance Input Error. Auditor Description of Condition and Effect. There was an input error in the summer transportation component of the cost of attendance calculation. Instead of the on-campus students being designated with their own rate ($405), it was instead set to "All students 2023-2024." As a result of this condition, eight students received more aid than they were eligible to receive, resulting in loan adjustments of $2,858. It is our understanding that on September 23, 2024, the College updated and sent the changes to the Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) system. Auditor Recommendation. We recommend that the College implement a review process to ensure the inputs used in the cost of attendance determination are accurate and that the COA calculation is being reviewed by an independent second individual. Corrective Action. Upon discovery of the cost of attendance input error, the College went back through all summer non-on-campus students to determine if their aid was greater than it should have been and made updates to the COD system, as necessary. Responsible Person. Ruth Carlson, Director of Financial Aid. Anticipated Completion Date. September 23, 2024.

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Finding 526694 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Hamtramck Public Schools

MI

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Significant Deficiency

Person responsible for the corrective action: Breia Kilgo, HR Director, Jill Boston, Payroll Coordinator, Diane Haack, HR Specialist, and Kristina Govan, HR Specialist Corrective action planned: With the turnover creating instability in the Business Department, the district’s Payroll Department was...

Person responsible for the corrective action: Breia Kilgo, HR Director, Jill Boston, Payroll Coordinator, Diane Haack, HR Specialist, and Kristina Govan, HR Specialist Corrective action planned: With the turnover creating instability in the Business Department, the district’s Payroll Department was reorganized to report to the HR Director. Additionally, the HR Department was reorganized creating two HR Specialist positions and eliminating the Executive Director position. The Payroll Coordinator and HR Specialists coordinate with district staff responsible for completing payroll reporting and approving timesheets to ensure compliance. The HR Specialists support the Payroll Coordinator to review staff payroll reporting throughout the district ensuring proper authorization of payroll for processing. Anticipated completion date: December 31, 2024

View Audit 345702 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 526690 (2024-003)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Hamtramck Public Schools

MI

Questioned Costs Allowable Costs / Cost Principles Significant Deficiency

Person responsible for the corrective action: Breia Kilgo, HR Director, Jill Boston, Payroll Coordinator, Diane Haack, HR Specialist, and Kristina Govan, HR Specialist Corrective action planned: With the turnover creating instability in the Business Department, the district’s Payroll Department was...

Person responsible for the corrective action: Breia Kilgo, HR Director, Jill Boston, Payroll Coordinator, Diane Haack, HR Specialist, and Kristina Govan, HR Specialist Corrective action planned: With the turnover creating instability in the Business Department, the district’s Payroll Department was reorganized to report to the HR Director. Additionally, the HR Department was reorganized creating two HR Specialist positions and eliminating the Executive Director position. The Payroll Coordinator and HR Specialists coordinate with district staff responsible for completing payroll reporting and approving timesheets to ensure compliance. The HR Specialists support the Payroll Coordinator to review staff payroll reporting throughout the district ensuring proper authorization of payroll for processing. Anticipated completion date: December 31, 2024

View Audit 345702 Questioned Costs: $1

Finding 526650 (2024-002)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Catholic Social Services

NE

Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Significant Deficiency

CSS management will improve its system of internal controls in order to actively track and adhere to reporting requirements outlined in its award agreements.

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Finding 526649 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Catholic Social Services

NE

Reporting Internal Control / Segregation of Duties Significant Deficiency § 200.512

CSS Management has improved staffing and internal controls to ensure timely completion of the audit to comply with 2 CFR 200.212.

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Finding 526582 (2024-001)

Significant Deficiency 2024

Dallas/fort Worth International Airport Board

TX

Reporting Significant Deficiency § 200.502 § 200.510

Condition: Expenditures of federal funds representing <0.25% of total expenditures of federal funds for the year ended September 30, 2024 were charged to various federal programs and were not reported on the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) for the period ended September 30, 2024. ...

Condition: Expenditures of federal funds representing <0.25% of total expenditures of federal funds for the year ended September 30, 2024 were charged to various federal programs and were not reported on the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) for the period ended September 30, 2024. Planned Corrective Action: Management will document a formal control to ensure proper reconciliation of the SEFA to the financial statements. The control will include the following: A report in substantially the same form as the annual SEFA will be developed at least quarterly and will include a reconciliation of grants receivables activity. Meetings will be help at least quarterly to review grant activity, including the aforementioned report, and assess impacts to the financial statements. These meetings will be conducted by Treasury and Accounting staff and evidence of document review will be maintained. A centralized repository of information pertaining to federal grants activity will be maintained to ensure timely access to grant and expenditure data for relevant staff. Contact person(s) responsible for corrective action: VP, Treasury Management Controller Anticipated Completion Date: Control will be documented by March 31, 2025 and operational for the quarter ending by June 30, 2025.

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