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COUNTY OF FULTONLocal Government

EIN: 376000896

UEI: WBZ4F5PFSZN4

Audited by: Gray Hunter Stenn LLP

Oversight agency: 21 [Department of the Treasury]

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Data as of August 28, 2026

COUNTY OF FULTON10 audit years12 findings12 repeat
10
Audit Years
12
Total Findings
12
Repeat Findings
$3M
Federal Awards Expended (FY 2025)

FY 2025-11-30

MATERIAL NONCOMPLIANCE DISCLOSED$2,982,671 federal awards expended

Management decision deadline — for entities that funded this organization

The FAC accepted this audit on May 29, 2026. Under 2 CFR 200.521(d), a pass-through entity that provided federal funds to this organization for this audit period must issue a management decision on these findings by November 29, 2026 (91 days from today).

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2025-001
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2024-001OTHER MATTERS

Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management’s and the County Board’s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk

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Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management’s and the County Board’s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk

Corrective Action Plan

Corrective Action Plan To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Anticipated Completion Date The County is not in a financial position to hire additional employees. The increased monitoring will begin December 1, 2025. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman 257 West Lincoln Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-0901 Staci Mayall, County Treasurer 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041

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2024-001

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FY 2024-11-30

$3,942,174 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on May 23, 2025 — management decision was due November 23, 2025.

2024-001
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2023-001OTHER MATTERS

Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management’s and the County Board’s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk

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Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management’s and the County Board’s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk

Corrective Action Plan

Corrective Action Plan To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Anticipated Completion Date The County is not in a financial position to hire additional employees. The increased monitoring has already begun. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman 257 West Lincoln Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-0901 Staci Mayall, County Treasurer 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041

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2023-001

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FY 2023-11-30

$3,539,210 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on May 31, 2024 — management decision was due December 1, 2024.

2023-001
Other
MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2022-001OTHER MATTERS

Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management’s and the County Board’s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk

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Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management’s and the County Board’s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk

Corrective Action Plan

Corrective Action Plan To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Anticipated Completion Date The County is not in a financial position to hire additional employees. The increased monitoring has already begun. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman 257 West Lincoln Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-0901 Staci Mayall, County Treasurer 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Patrick O’Brian, County Clerk 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041

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2022-001

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FY 2022-11-30

$4,646,000 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on May 24, 2023 — management decision was due November 24, 2023.

2022-001
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2021-001OTHER MATTERS

Finding 2022-001 ? Segregation of Duties Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk

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Finding 2022-001 ? Segregation of Duties Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk

Corrective Action Plan

Finding 2022-001 ? Segregation of Duties Corrective Action Plan To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Anticipated Completion Date The County is not in a financial position to hire additional employees. The increased monitoring has already begun. Responsible Parties John Spangler, Fulton County Board Chairman 257 West Lincoln Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-0901 Staci Mayall, County Treasurer 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041

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2021-001

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FY 2021-11-30

$3,640,030 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on May 24, 2022 — management decision was due November 24, 2022.

2021-001
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2020-001OTHER MATTERS

Finding 2021-001 - Segregation of Duties Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Roger Clark, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk

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Finding 2021-001 - Segregation of Duties Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of Responsible Officials and Planned Corrective Action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Roger Clark, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk

Corrective Action Plan

Finding 2021-001 ? Segregation of Duties Corrective Action Plan To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Anticipated Completion Date The County is not in a financial position to hire additional employees. The increased monitoring has already begun. Responsible Parties Roger Clark, Fulton County Board Chairman 257 West Lincoln Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-0901 Staci Mayall, County Treasurer 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041

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2020-001

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FY 2020-11-30

$2,368,367 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on June 17, 2021 — management decision was due December 17, 2021.

2020-001
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2019-001OTHER MATTERS

Finding 2020-001 ? Segregation of Duties Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Roger Clark, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk

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Finding 2020-001 ? Segregation of Duties Condition The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective action To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties Roger Clark, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk

Corrective Action Plan

Finding 2020-001 ? Segregation of Duties Corrective Action Plan To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Anticipated Completion Date The County is not in a financial position to hire additional employees. The increased monitoring has already begun. Responsible Parties Roger Clark, Fulton County Board Chairman 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Staci Mayall, County Treasurer 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Patrick O?Brian, County Clerk 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041

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2019-001

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FY 2019-11-30

$1,561,555 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on June 16, 2020 — management decision was due December 16, 2020.

2019-001
Other
MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2018-001OTHER MATTERS

The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria: Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect: With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause: The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation: When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective action: To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties: Patrick O?Brian, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Jennifer Bankert, County Clerk

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Finding 2019-001 ? Segregation of Duties Condition: The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. The limited number of employees allows for a lack of segregation of duties over accounting transactions. Criteria: Accounting duties of authorization, recording, and custodian should be segregated between employees to prevent financial misstatements and the opportunity for fraudulent behavior. Effect: With a limited number of employees and a lack of segregation of duties, the County is at a higher risk for errors or misappropriations. Cause: The County departments are comprised of a limited number of employees. Recommendation: When a lack of segregation of duties exists, management?s and the County Board?s close supervision and review of accounting information are the best means of preventing or detecting errors and irregularities. Views of responsible officials and planned corrective action: To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Responsible Parties: Patrick O?Brian, Fulton County Board Chairman Staci Mayall, County Treasurer Jennifer Bankert, County Clerk

Corrective Action Plan

Finding 2019-001 ? Segregation of Duties Corrective Action Plan: To the extent possible, monitoring of monthly financial results and compliance information will continue in the County Courthouse offices and the County Health Department. Anticipated Completion Date: The County is not in a financial position to hire additional employees. The increased monitoring has already begun. Responsible Parties: Patrick O?Brian, Fulton County Board Chairman 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Staci Mayall, County Treasurer 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041 Jennifer Bankert, County Clerk 100 North Main Street Lewistown, Illinois 61542 (309)547-3041

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2018-001

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FY 2018-11-30

$1,837,119 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on June 17, 2019 — management decision was due December 17, 2019.

2018-001
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2017-001OTHER MATTERS

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2017-001

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FY 2017-11-30

$1,527,326 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on June 6, 2018 — management decision was due December 6, 2018.

2017-001
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2016-001OTHER MATTERS

GSA_MIGRATION

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2016-001

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2017-002
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2016-002OTHER MATTERS

GSA_MIGRATION

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2016-002

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FY 2016-11-30

$1,374,524 federal awards expended

FAC accepted this audit on May 15, 2017 — management decision was due November 15, 2017.

2016-001
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2015-001OTHER MATTERS

GSA_MIGRATION

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2015-001

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2016-002
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MATERIAL WEAKNESSREPEAT OF 2015-002OTHER MATTERS

GSA_MIGRATION

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2015-002

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