Finding 634384 (2022-001)

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Requirement
N
Questioned Costs
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Year
2022
Accepted
2023-03-12

AI Summary

  • Issue: Monthly deposits of $1,721 to the reserve account were not made as required by the HUD Regulatory Agreement.
  • Impact: The reserve for replacements account is underfunded by $12,047 due to insufficient cash flow from severe vacancies.
  • Recommendation: Seek additional funding to improve cash flow, monitor expenses, and enhance advertising efforts for the Project.

Finding Text

Condition: Reserve for Replacement deposits were not made according to the HUD Regulatory Agreement. Criteria: The HUD regulatory agreement requires monthly deposits of $1,721 to be made into the reserve account. Effect: The reserve for replacements account is underfunded by $12,047. Cause: The Project is experiencing severe vacancies; therefore, cash flow is not sufficient to make the deposits. Recommendation: Consider obtaining additional federal or state funding to aid in cash flow issues as well as monitor operating expenses. Also, increase advertising for the Project. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action: Harbor View Housing Development Fund Co., Inc. agrees with the finding and the auditors' recommendations. The Project will implement the recommendations. As of January 4, 2023 the Project had made all of the required deposits.

Categories

HUD Housing Programs

Other Findings in this Audit

Programs in Audit

ALN Program Name Expenditures
14.157 Supportive Housing for the Elderly $103,115
14.157 Covid-19 Supportive Housing for the Elderly $1,787