Tunnelton-Conemaugh Volunteer Fire Department Relief Association of Conemaugh Township, Indiana County – Audit Period January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2023

An audit was conducted on the Tunnelton-Conemaugh Volunteer Fire Department Relief Association in Conemaugh Township, Indiana County, Pennsylvania, covering the period from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2023. The audit aimed to verify compliance with state laws, contracts, bylaws, and procedures related to the receipt of state aid and expenditure of funds. The audit, based on state laws and the VFRA Act, confirmed that the association complied with all significant legal and procedural requirements. Relief association officers are responsible for maintaining effective internal controls to ensure proper administration and safeguarding of assets. The audit found the total expenditures for this period to be $19,292, including insurance premiums, equipment purchases, and administrative expenses. An issue with the unauthorized payment of sales tax was noted but not included as a finding due to its low amount. The audit results were shared with the management, and the officials showed cooperation during the audit process.