Goodhue County

EIN: 416005797

UEI: EUJSNVR85T71

Data as of August 22, 2026

Goodhue County10 audit years14 findings2 repeat
10
Audit Years
14
Total Findings
2
Repeat Findings

FY 2025-12-31

Management decision deadline — for entities that funded this organization

The FAC accepted this audit on June 30, 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 December 30, 2026 (130 days from today).

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2025-002
Eligibility

During MA eligibility compliance testing, 2 of 60 cases had income that needed to be verified in 2025 and the County did not send out requests for verification. Questioned Costs: None noted. Context: There was insufficient income verification obtained. Cause: Oversight by management. Effect: The county is not in compliance with requirements for eligibility and controls are not operating effectively. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: It is recommended that the County increase review over casefiles and ensure verifications are sent out when necessary. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.

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Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Program Name: Grants to States for Medicaid (Medicaid Cluster) Assistance Listing Number: 93.778 Federal Award Identification Number and Year: 2505MN5ADM, 2025 Pass-Through Agency: Minnesota Department of Human Services Pass-Through Numbers: 2505MN5ADM Compliance Requirement Affected: Eligibility Award Period: Year Ended December 31, 2025 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or Specific Requirement: Federal guidelines require grant recipients to implement internal controls for each direct and material compliance requirement applicable to the federal grant to ensure compliance with said requirements. Condition: During MA eligibility compliance testing, 2 of 60 cases had income that needed to be verified in 2025 and the County did not send out requests for verification. Questioned Costs: None noted. Context: There was insufficient income verification obtained. Cause: Oversight by management. Effect: The county is not in compliance with requirements for eligibility and controls are not operating effectively. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: It is recommended that the County increase review over casefiles and ensure verifications are sent out when necessary. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.

Corrective Action Plan

ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATIONS – GRANTS TO STATES FOR MEDICAID PROGRAM Recommendation: It is recommended that the County increase review over casefiles and ensure verifications are sent out when necessary. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The County will remind staff to perform reviews and to ensure that verifications are sent out when necessary. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action plan: Kayla Matter, HHS Deputy Director Planned completion date for corrective action plan: December 31, 2026

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FY 2024-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on June 26, 2025 — management decision was due December 26, 2025.

2024-002
Eligibility

During the testing of Medical Assistance with MAXIS and METS casefiles, it was noted there were only 15 casefile reviews completed in 2024. Questioned Costs: None noted. Context: There was insufficient internal casefile reviews completed for MAXIS and METS cases. Cause: Time constraints did not allow the County time to complete a sufficient number of casefile reviews. Effect: Casefiles could be incomplete or inaccurate and subsequently, benefits could be provided for ineligible clients. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: It is recommended that a supervisor or peer perform regular internal reviews per county policy on MAXIS and METS casefiles to ensure that proper policies and procedures are followed in determining eligibility. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.

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Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Program Name: Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid Cluster) Assistance Listing Number: 93.778 Federal Award Identification Number and Year: 2405MN5ADM, 2024 Pass-Through Agency: Minnesota Department of Human Services Pass-Through Numbers: 2405MN5ADM Compliance Requirement Affected: Eligibility Award Period: Year Ended December 31, 2024 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance Criteria or Specific Requirement: Federal guidelines require grant recipients to implement internal controls for each direct and material compliance requirement applicable to the federal grant to ensure compliance with said requirements. Condition: During the testing of Medical Assistance with MAXIS and METS casefiles, it was noted there were only 15 casefile reviews completed in 2024. Questioned Costs: None noted. Context: There was insufficient internal casefile reviews completed for MAXIS and METS cases. Cause: Time constraints did not allow the County time to complete a sufficient number of casefile reviews. Effect: Casefiles could be incomplete or inaccurate and subsequently, benefits could be provided for ineligible clients. Repeat Finding: No. Recommendation: It is recommended that a supervisor or peer perform regular internal reviews per county policy on MAXIS and METS casefiles to ensure that proper policies and procedures are followed in determining eligibility. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.

Corrective Action Plan

Recommendation: It is recommended that a supervisor or peer perform regular internal reviews on MAXIS and METS casefiles to determine that proper policies and procedures are followed in determining eligibility. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The County will implement policies to complete casefile reviews over all Medical Assistance casefiles. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action plan: Kayla Matter, HHS Deputy Director Planned completion date for corrective action plan: December 31, 2025

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FY 2020-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on July 5, 2021 — management decision was due January 5, 2022.

2020-004
Eligibility

2020-004 CASEFILE REVIEW Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Program Title: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families CFDA Number: 93.558 Pass-Through Agency: Minnesota Department of Human Services and Minnesota Department of Health Pass-Through Numbers: 2001MFTANF Compliance Requirement Affected: Eligibility Award Period: Year-Ended December 31, 2020 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Other Matter Criteria: Federal guidelines require recipients of federal awards to implement internal control procedures to ensure compliance with applicable compliance requirements related to eligibility. Condition and Context: During our testing, we were not provided with documentation that periodic review of case files is being performed over eligibility. Questioned Costs: Not applicable. The County administers the program, but benefits to participants in this program are paid by the State of Minnesota. Possible Effect: The County could be providing benefits to ineligible clients. Cause: Lack of oversight by management. Repeat Finding: Not applicable. Recommendation: We recommend the County implement procedures to provide reasonable assurance that all necessary documentation and review of casefiles is being performed. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.

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2020-004 CASEFILE REVIEW Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Program Title: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families CFDA Number: 93.558 Pass-Through Agency: Minnesota Department of Human Services and Minnesota Department of Health Pass-Through Numbers: 2001MFTANF Compliance Requirement Affected: Eligibility Award Period: Year-Ended December 31, 2020 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Other Matter Criteria: Federal guidelines require recipients of federal awards to implement internal control procedures to ensure compliance with applicable compliance requirements related to eligibility. Condition and Context: During our testing, we were not provided with documentation that periodic review of case files is being performed over eligibility. Questioned Costs: Not applicable. The County administers the program, but benefits to participants in this program are paid by the State of Minnesota. Possible Effect: The County could be providing benefits to ineligible clients. Cause: Lack of oversight by management. Repeat Finding: Not applicable. Recommendation: We recommend the County implement procedures to provide reasonable assurance that all necessary documentation and review of casefiles is being performed. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.

Corrective Action Plan

CASEFILE REVIEW Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Program Title: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families CFDA Number: 93.558 Pass-Through Agency: Minnesota Department of Human Services Pass-Through Numbers: 2001MFTANF Compliance Requirement Affected: Eligibility Award Period: Year-Ended December 31, 2020 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Other Matter Recommendation: It is recommended the County implement procedures to provide reasonable assurance that all necessary documentation and review of casefiles is being performed. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The County will review training materials and upcoming communications with staff to ensure the eligibility requirements are discussed and reviewed. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action plan: Brian Anderson, Auditor/Treasurer Planned completion date for corrective action plan: December 31, 2021

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2020-005
Period of Performance
QUESTIONED COSTS

2020-005 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Treasury Federal Program Title: Corona Virus Relief Funds CFDA Number: 21.019 Pass-Through Agency: Minnesota Department of Revenue Pass-Through Numbers: SLT0016 Compliance Requirement Affected: Period of Performance Award Period: Year-Ended December 31, 2020 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Other Matter Criteria: Federal guidelines require recipients of federal awards to implement internal control procedures to ensure compliance with applicable compliance requirements related to period of performance. Condition and Context: During our testing, it was noted that payroll paid within the start of the period of performance were for wages that were incurred prior to the period of performance start date. Questioned Costs: $1,051. Possible Effect: The County had costs that were ineligible for grant funding as they were outside the period of performance. Cause: The County paid for the disbursements after the start of the period of performance, however the costs incurred were before March 1, 2020. Repeat Finding: Not applicable. Recommendation: We recommend the County implement procedures to review expenditures on federal projects to ensure the reviewer is aware of the period of performance and can identify eligible expenditures. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.

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2020-005 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Treasury Federal Program Title: Corona Virus Relief Funds CFDA Number: 21.019 Pass-Through Agency: Minnesota Department of Revenue Pass-Through Numbers: SLT0016 Compliance Requirement Affected: Period of Performance Award Period: Year-Ended December 31, 2020 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Other Matter Criteria: Federal guidelines require recipients of federal awards to implement internal control procedures to ensure compliance with applicable compliance requirements related to period of performance. Condition and Context: During our testing, it was noted that payroll paid within the start of the period of performance were for wages that were incurred prior to the period of performance start date. Questioned Costs: $1,051. Possible Effect: The County had costs that were ineligible for grant funding as they were outside the period of performance. Cause: The County paid for the disbursements after the start of the period of performance, however the costs incurred were before March 1, 2020. Repeat Finding: Not applicable. Recommendation: We recommend the County implement procedures to review expenditures on federal projects to ensure the reviewer is aware of the period of performance and can identify eligible expenditures. Views of responsible officials: There is no disagreement with the audit finding.

Corrective Action Plan

2020-005 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE Federal Agency: U.S. Department of Treasury Federal Program Title: Corona Virus Relief Funds CFDA Number: 21.019 Pass-Through Agency: Minnesota Department of Revenue Pass-Through Numbers: SLT0016 Compliance Requirement Affected: Period of Performance Award Period: Year-Ended December 31, 2020 Type of Finding: Significant Deficiency in Internal Control over Compliance and Other Matter Recommendation: It is recommended the County implement procedures to review expenditures on federal projects to ensure the reviewer is aware of the period of performance and can identify eligible expenditures. Explanation of disagreement with audit finding: There is no disagreement with the audit finding. Action taken in response to finding: The County will review training materials and upcoming communications with staff to ensure the period of performance requirements are discussed and reviewed. Name of the contact person responsible for corrective action plan: Brian Anderson, Auditor/Treasurer Planned completion date for corrective action plan: December 31, 2021

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FY 2018-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on September 26, 2019 — management decision was due March 26, 2020.

2018-002
Eligibility
REPEAT

GSA_MIGRATION

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2017-007

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2018-003
Eligibility

GSA_MIGRATION

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2018-004
Procurement & Suspension/Debarment

GSA_MIGRATION

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FY 2017-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on September 27, 2018 — management decision was due March 27, 2019.

2017-004
Procurement & Suspension/Debarment

GSA_MIGRATION

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GSA_MIGRATION

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2017-005
Reporting
REPEAT

GSA_MIGRATION

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GSA_MIGRATION

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2016-004

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2017-006
Eligibility

GSA_MIGRATION

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GSA_MIGRATION

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2017-007
Eligibility

GSA_MIGRATION

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FY 2016-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on September 25, 2017 — management decision was due March 25, 2018.

2016-002
Procurement & Suspension/Debarment
MATERIAL WEAKNESS

GSA_MIGRATION

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GSA_MIGRATION

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2016-003
Procurement & Suspension/Debarment
MATERIAL WEAKNESS

GSA_MIGRATION

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GSA_MIGRATION

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2016-004
Reporting

GSA_MIGRATION

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GSA_MIGRATION

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