Nine findings were reported by the State Auditor’s Office following their audit of Henry County operations. Eight of those were repeats from the previous year. 

One item listed was a donation of $7,500 to Main Street Mt. Pleasant and $1,340 to the Dover Historical Museum. The audit outlines state code prohibiting gifts to private non-profit corporations. The response listed was that the Board of Supervisors feel it is of value to the economic development of the County and will discuss the transactions with the county attorney. The audit outlines how the County may enter into a contract for services or follow Chapter 15A code guidelines.

Segregation of duties was outlined as a finding, to which it was acknowledged that with a limited number of employees it is recommended that policy and procedures be set and followed to obtain the maximum control possible. 

In addition, the audit recommends policies and procedures be implemented for a number of items including some related to material amount of receivables, developing a sheriff’s office accounting manual, receipts manual for room and board at the jail, and bank reconciliations for the conservation’s account. 

It was also recommended related to payroll that timesheets for department heads be submitted and reviewed by someone independent.