The board reviewed the status of the fiscal year 2026 and 2027 audit plans. Detailed audit reports were presented, covering insurance coverage, procurement practices, economic development loan and grant programs, hotel occupancy tax, purchase card controls, and exit audits. Several findings were identified across these audits, including issues with performance bonds, procurement guidelines, hotel tax calculations, and purchase card policies. Furthermore, the board addressed organizational matters including ADA compliance for office materials, the promotion of the County Auditor, staffing recruitment plans, and potential upcoming legislation regarding a new position within the Office of the County Auditor.
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Harford County Audit Advisory Board Audit Advisory Board Meeting
The Audit Advisory Board reviewed the status of the FY2026 and FY2027 audit plans. Key discussions centered on several audit reports, including insurance coverage, which noted a lack of required County Council approval for certain sureties, and procurement practices, which identified areas for improved control and contract documentation. Additionally, the board reviewed audits of economic development programs, hotel occupancy tax compliance across multiple establishments, purchase card controls, and Charter Section 214 exit audits for various county officials. Verbal updates were provided regarding ADA compliance, new staffing in the Office of the County Auditor, and general OCA staffing.
May 26, 2026·Board meeting
Harford County Audit Advisory Board Audit Advisory Board Meeting
The board reviewed the status of the current audit plan, including completed audits for payroll controls, environmental services billing, and a Section 214 review regarding the Director of the Department of Inspections, Licenses, and Permits. Additionally, the board discussed the proposed fiscal year 2027 audit plan, which outlines a risk-based approach for upcoming financial statement audits and departmental reviews. A verbal update was also provided regarding the upcoming retirement of the County Auditor.
