Finding 515609 (2023-001)

Significant Deficiency
Requirement
I
Questioned Costs
-
Year
2023
Accepted
2024-12-18

AI Summary

  • Core Issue: The District lacks a written procurement policy as required by 2 CFR Section 200.319(c).
  • Impacted Requirements: Absence of documented procedures increases the risk of noncompliance with program requirements.
  • Recommended Follow-Up: Management should develop and implement written policies to align with Uniform Guidance.

Finding Text

2023-001 (Significant Deficiency): Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR Section 200.319( c) the District must have written procedures for procurement transactions. Condition: The District does not have a written procurement policy as required by the Uniform Guidance. Context: During the audit it was noted tha.t the District lacked a documented procurement policy. Cause: The District did not have an adequate procurement policy Questioned Costs: None Effect: An important component of internal controls and compliance is the existence of operating policies and procedures. Without those, there is a higher risk of noncompliance with program requirements. Repeat Finding: No Recommendation: Management should determine the scope of written policies and procedures to comply with the Uniform Guidance. Views of Responsible Officials (unaudited): Management agrees with the findings and recommendation. The District will update its policies and procedures to ensure they meet the Uniform Guidance Requirements.

Corrective Action Plan

Management agrees with the findings and recommendation. The District will update its policies and procedures to ensure they meet the Uniform Guidance Requirements. .

Categories

Procurement, Suspension & Debarment Significant Deficiency Internal Control / Segregation of Duties

Other Findings in this Audit

  • 1092051 2023-001
    Significant Deficiency

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
10.924 Conservation Stewardship Program $259,477
66.460 Nonpoint Source Implementation Grants $251,500
10.069 Conservation Reserve Program $46,311
10.903 Soil Survey $23,031
10.912 Environmental Quality Incentives Program $15,076
10.902 Soil and Water Conservation $15,045
10.931 Agricultural Conservation Easement Program $4,072