Published March 17, 2025
About This Audit
A compliance audit for the Belleville Fire Co #1 Relief Association, covering January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2023, was conducted by the Department of the Auditor General of Pennsylvania. The audit aimed to verify if the association took corrective action regarding a previous finding and ensured compliance with state laws concerning state aid and fund expenditures. While the association largely adhered to state laws and procedures, it failed to address an ongoing issue from prior audits. The persistent issue involved inadequate signatory authority for fund disbursement, with checks lacking the necessary dual signatures as required by both the VFRA Act and association bylaws. The audit emphasizes strengthening internal controls to safeguard assets, with recommendations provided for corrective measures. The association is encouraged to address the noted deficiency to prevent misappropriations and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.