Volunteer Firemen’s Relief Association of Empire Hook & Ladder Co., Pottstown, PA – Montgomery County – Audit Period January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2024

A compliance audit of the Volunteer Firemen’s Relief Association of Empire Hook & Ladder Co. in Pottstown, PA, covering January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2024, was conducted to ensure adherence to state laws and procedures related to state aid and fund expenditure. The audit, not aligned with the Government Auditing Standards by the Comptroller General of the United States, highlighted several compliance issues, including missing canceled or imaged checks, unauthorized equipment transactions, improper maintenance of membership and equipment rosters, and failure to document meeting minutes. The report urged the association to address these findings by following the recommended actions promptly. The audit also noted an improper vehicle donation and expressed concern over possible dissolution due to financial and manpower issues. It suggested seeking legal counsel for proper management of dissolution processes to protect member benefits and ensure proper asset distribution. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.