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REPORTAR FRAUDE, DESPERDICIO O ABUSO
  • Recommendation Number: 2018-KC-1004-001-D
  • Status: Closed
  • Date Issued: Septiembre 27, 2018
Closed Date:
Mayo 21, 2019

Ensure that its executive director obtains appropriate procurement training.

Publication Report

2018-KC-1004 | Septiembre 27, 2018

The Benkelman Housing Authority, Benkelman, NE, Did Not Follow HUD Rules and Regulations for Public Housing Programs Related to Procurement and Maintenance, Tenant Certifications, Laundry Machine Income, and Expenditures

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Inspector General audited the Benkelman Housing Authority based on a request from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Inspector General (HUD OIG), Office... más

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