Published March 23, 2026
About This Audit
The audit for the Township of Ararat, Susquehanna County, PA, examined Forms MS-965 with adjustments for the Liquid Fuels Tax Fund from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2024. The report confirms that the fund’s statements align with the criteria set by the Department of Transportation except for noted deviations, like the over-expenditure on equipment purchases amounting to $34,463.63 in 2022. The examination complied with standards from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Government Auditing Standards. The report identifies deficiencies, including late receipts of allocations and over-expended funds, and suggests recommendations. The audit provides insight to ensure the transparency and accuracy of the Liquid Fuels Tax Fund’s usage, aiming to aid the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in regulatory oversight. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.