Published April 7, 2025
About This Audit
The Department of the Auditor General finalized the fiscal engagement for Mercer County Children and Youth Agency for the fiscal years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023, in line with Act 148, ensuring compliance and certifying commonwealth expenditures. The review, while not an audit, identified necessary adjustments due to overstatements in reported expenditures and revenues. For 2021-2022, the agency had to return $2,932 to the state following a decrease in expenditures of $5,262. For 2022-2023, adjustments led to an amount due of $12,902, with decreased expenditures and increased revenues. Discussions with County representatives occurred in February 2025, with a report sent to the DHS for review and potential appeals. The agency complied with the reporting requirements but adjustments were needed to accurately reflect fiscal activities. These finalized adjustments ensure accurate portrayal of financial activities, contributing to effective state fund management.