Firemen’s Relief Association of the Hatfield Volunteer Fire Company Number 1 of Hatfield, Penna. – Montgomery County – Audit Period January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024

A compliance audit of the Firemen’s Relief Association of the Hatfield Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 was conducted for the period January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2024. The audit aimed to assess corrective actions on prior findings and compliance with state laws, particularly regarding state aid and relief fund expenditures. The audit highlighted two significant findings: inadequate meeting minutes and insufficient bylaws, indicating noncompliance with previous recommendations. Additionally, crucial documentation, such as canceled checks, was missing, preventing verification of proper authorization as required by the VFRA Act. The audited period revealed that the association partially complied but failed to maintain detailed financial records and properly document transactions, similar to issues noted in a past audit. Despite these shortcomings, the association’s funds, outlined in state aid allocation and expenditures, were reasonably reported. Recommendations for corrective action were discussed with the relief association’s management to enhance compliance and transparency. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.