Pocono Township Non-Uniformed Pension Plan – Monroe County – Audit Period January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2023

A compliance audit of the Pocono Township Non-Uniformed Pension Plan in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, was conducted for the period from January 1, 2020, to December 31, 2023, following Act 205 requirements. The audit aimed to ensure municipal officials addressed previous findings and that the pension plan adhered to applicable legal and regulatory standards. Key areas of review included the proper deposit of state aid, correct calculation and deposit of employer contributions, and accurate retirement benefit disbursements. The audit revealed the pension plan complied significantly with state laws and local policies. Pocono Township officials displayed compliance with prior recommendations, although they inaccurately reported some pension data related to the police pension plan. The audit confirmed the township effectively funded member accounts during the period in question. Overall, it concluded that the Pocono Township Non-Uniformed Pension Plan meets the necessary standards for compliance and administration.