East End Volunteer Fire Department No. 1 Relief Association – Mercer County – Audit Period January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2024

The compliance audit of the East End Volunteer Fire Department No. 1 Relief Association, conducted for the period January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, assessed adherence to state laws and procedures. The audit confirmed that the association addressed previous findings and substantially complied with relevant laws and contracts, with noted exceptions. A significant finding was the failure to secure ownership interest in equipment purchased by the relief association, risking asset loss if the associated vehicle is disposed of. This issue stemmed from an incomplete agreement missing critical ownership details. The audit recommends amending this agreement to clarify the association’s ownership interest, ensuring protection of assets. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.