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Finding No. 2022-001: Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly, ALN 14.157 Finding Resolution Status: Resolved. Information on Universe Population Size: Forty-two tenants. Sample Size Information: Five tenants. Identification of Repeat Finding and Finding Reference Number: Yes, 2021-001. Criteria: HUD regulation requires that criminal background checks be performed prior to tenant acceptance. Statement of Condition: Of the tenant files selected, one tenant moved in prior to completing the tenant screening process. Cause: The Project did not perform tenant screening in a timely manner. Effect or Potential Effect: Unable to verify tenant eligibility and cost of assistance and residency may be disallowed. Auditor Non-Compliance Code: R ? Section 8 Program Administration. Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: The Project agrees with the finding and the auditor?s recommendations have been adopted. Recommendation: Management should verify eligibility in a timely manner and perform background checks prior to tenant acceptance. Response Indicator: Agree. Completion Date: 3/14/2023 Response: This was an oversight from a former community manager. Management has provided current staff with additional training on HUD guidelines and regulations.