Segregation of Duties – Child Nutrition Cluster Recommendation: Our auditors recommend the District designate an individual to review accuracy of status determination and input into software. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action planned/taken in response to finding: To address segregation of duties concerns within the Child Nutrition Cluster program, the District has implemented enhanced controls and designated the Director of Food Services to conduct independent reviews of all eligibility determinations for free and reduced-price meal benefits. This process is actively underway with positive results. The designated reviewer verifies accuracy and completeness of household applications, confirms correct income calculations and household size determinations, and reviews eligibility data input into our nutrition management software to confirm accurate recording of statuses. We have established a formal monthly review schedule with increased scrutiny during peak application periods, and these reviews have already identified and corrected several discrepancies that could have led to compliance issues. Documentation of reviews, including discrepancies and corrective actions, is maintained in program files for monitoring purposes. Since implementing this segregated review process, we have seen measurable improvements in eligibility determination accuracy, with fewer errors requiring correction and greater consistency in applying program rules. By separating initial determination from review and verification functions, we have created meaningful checks and balances that reduce error risks and prevent potential fraud. Additionally, we have implemented periodic training for all staff involved in the meal application process. These measures effectively strengthen segregation of duties within our Child Nutrition Cluster operations, enhance accountability, and ensure program integrity. Name of the contact person responsible for correction action: Lavesa Glover-Verhagen Planned completion date for corrective action: June 30, 2026