Shaler Township Volunteer Firemen’s Relief Association of Shaler Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania – Audit Period January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024

The compliance audit of Shaler Township Volunteer Firemen’s Relief Association, covering January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2024, found non-compliance with state laws, contracts, and procedures necessary for the handling and expenditure of relief association funds. The audit, overseen by Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor, identified significant issues such as duplicate payments, insufficient documentation for rescue vehicle ownership, lack of tax exemption certificates, inadequate bylaws, insufficient surety bond coverage, unrecorded meeting minutes, and incomplete membership and equipment rosters. Findings indicated potential withholding of future state aid. The audit emphasized the need for stronger internal controls and timely implementation of recommendations to improve compliance and financial management. The relief association must address the highlighted deficiencies to ensure proper fund management and compliance with legal and procedural guidelines. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.