2023-004 Activities Allowed or Unallowed – Interprogram Activity
Public and Indian Housing – CFDA Number 14.850
Other Matters, Questioned Costs
Condition: The Authority has loaned monies from the Public and Indian Housing Program to the COCC. As of September 30, 2023 these loans totaled $349,352.
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2023-004 Activities Allowed or Unallowed – Interprogram Activity
Public and Indian Housing – CFDA Number 14.850
Other Matters, Questioned Costs
Condition: The Authority has loaned monies from the Public and Indian Housing Program to the COCC. As of September 30, 2023 these loans totaled $349,352.
Recommendation: The Authority should develop a plan based on budgeting and monitoring of COCC expenses to have the ability to reimburse funds to the Public and Indian Housing Program.
Action Taken: To restore financial integrity and ensure proper use of COCC funds, the Authority will take the following actions:
1. COCC Optimization and Budget Reform: Develop and implement a proper, balanced COCC budget that reflects actual operating costs and allocates shared services appropriately. Establish budget accountability protocols, including monthly budget-to-actual reviews and variance reporting to the CFO, CEO, and Board.
2. Training and Capacity Building: Provide training for finance staff on COCC operations, HUD’s Asset Management model, and best practices for cost allocation and shared services. Engage external consultants to support financial modeling and long-term sustainability planning for RAD and LIHTC properties.
3. Shared Services Agreement: Formalize a Consulting and Shared Services Agreement to ensure that COCC services are appropriately billed and reimbursed by other programs. Monitor inter-program transactions to ensure compliance with HUD’s financial management requirements.
4. Salary Allocation and Cost Tracking: Conduct a salary allocation study to ensure that staff time is distributed adequately across programs. Implement time-tracking tools and cost allocation methodologies that align with HUD guidance and OMB Uniform Guidance.
Effective Date: June 3, 2025
Contact Information
Dr. Michael C. Threatt, Chief Executive Officer
Sanford Housing Authority
317 Chatham Street
Sanford, North Carolina 27330
(919) 776-7655