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Finding No. 2023-002 - Reporting; Significant Deficiency (HC~ Cluster #14.871 and #14.879) CONDITION: During a HUD Compliance Review, the results of several indicators of the Section 8 Management Assessment Program_{SEMAP) were changed resulting in the Authority being designated as a Troubled Performer. CRITERIA: When the Authority conducts its SEMAP, it should be properly documented how they selected sample sizes and the methods that were used to ensure that the items being tested were properly calculated. QUESTIONED
COSTS: The amount of questioned costs could not be determined. CONTEXT; Several indicators were adjusted to reflect a score of 0, resulting in a Troubled Performer designation for fiscal year 2023. EFFECT: By not properly conducting and documenting the SEMAP, the Housing Authority is labeled as a Troubled Performer. Additionally, the SEMAP is a good cqntrol tool to ensure that the HCV program is being conducted In accordance with HUD regulations. CAUSE: The overall cause was a lack of quality control in performing the SEMAP.
RECOMMENDATION: The Housing Authority should develop better internal controls over the performance and documentation of SEMAP or consider outsourcing this to a reputable third party.