Finding 1166455 (2025-001)

Reference Number: 2025-001 Program Name: Child Nutrition Cluster Description: Eligibility Condition: During our testing, we noted that 5 of 18 applications were approved based solely on information contained in Step 2 of the application, regardless of whether the program name is an immediate eligible qualification for either free or reduced meals. Criteria: Per 7 CFR 245.6(a), the District must ensure all applications are complete, signed, and supported by adequate documentation prior to approval. Cause: Inadequate controls in place to ensure student meal applications are properly reviewed. Effect: Not properly reviewing applications reduces the accuracy of eligibility determinations and increases the likelihood that ineligible students receive free or reduced benefits. Questioned Costs: Not applicable – known and projected questioned costs did not exceed the $25,000 reporting threshold. Identification of a Repeat Finding: This is not a repeat finding. Auditors’ Recommendation: We recommend that the District review their procedures related to application review. The only programs that immediately qualify an applicant to skip income eligibility requirements are: FoodShare, W-2 Cash Benefits, or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations. Views of Responsible Officials: See attachment for District’s corrective action plan.