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Finding 2022-004 Statement of Condition: During the review of tenant files it was noted 8 out of 11 new move-ins did not have support of being selected from the waiting list prior to entry into the program. Upon discussion with client it was noted the Commission does not routinely maintain such support. Criteria: N. SPECIAL TESTS AND PROVISIONS ITEM 1. SELECTION FROM THE WAITING LIST: 24 CFR Section 5.410 requires a PHA to ensure all families admitted to the program must be selected from the waiting list. Perspective Information: The Commission did not have effective internal controls over selection from the waiting list for the federal program. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Effect: The Commission is not in compliance with the requirements as outlined in the special tests and provisions, selection from the waiting list section above. Cause: Lack of controls over grant requirements. Recommendation: The Commission should implement policies and procedures to ensure all federal compliances are followed pertaining to selection from the waiting list. Management?s Response: New management has taken over the Commission subsequent to the period under audit and will implement stronger internal controls over ensuring support of selection from the waiting list is maintained in the tenant files.