Published August 22, 2025
About This Audit
The audit conducted for the Stowe Township General Volunteer Fire Department Relief Association (VFD Relief Association) in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, covered the period January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2024. Its objectives were to verify the implementation of corrective actions from a previous audit and confirm compliance with state laws, contracts, bylaws, and administrative procedures regarding the receipt and utilization of state aid. The audit, which followed guidelines from Pennsylvania’s Constitution and relevant legislative acts, concluded that the VFD Relief Association had successfully addressed prior findings and was in significant compliance with applicable regulations. State aid allocations over the years totaled $108,015, with expenditures of $166,417. The management demonstrated improved practices, such as ensuring proper bond coverage. The report, shared with stakeholders and publicly available, commended the association for its compliance efforts. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.