From Harford County government: Harford County is seeking volunteers to fulfill one vacancy on the Audit Advisory Board. The Advisory Board serves as an objective body to assist the County Council in fulfilling its oversight of the Office of the County Auditor. A core function of the Board is to consider the reasonableness of the […]
Harford County Public Schools Audit Report Released; Needs to Improve Accountability, Cost Effectiveness, Certain Procedures
From Harford County Public Schools: Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) recently participated in a financial management practices audit to evaluate whether the school system’s procedures and controls are effective in accounting for and safeguarding its assets and whether its policies provide for the efficient use of financial resources. The nine-month audit was conducted in accordance […]
Harford County Executive-Elect Glassman Announces Sweeping Audit of Local Government; Plans for “Investment” in Workforce
From Barry Glassman for County Executive: Harford County Executive-elect Barry Glassman launched the transition to his administration Wednesday, announcing plans for a restructuring to improve county services, save money and enable a return to competitive wages for county employees. The newly elected county executive will take the oath of office in a December 1 inauguration […]
Harris: On MD Health Exchange Audit, “Those Who Wasted and Abused Taxpayer Money…Must Be Held Accountable”
From the Office of Congressman Andy Harris: Washington, D.C. – Congressman Andy Harris, M.D., has learned that the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General has issued subpoenas into the operation of the MD Health Exchange. Congressman Andy Harris and Congressman Jack Kingston had requested the OIG look into the failed MD […]
Harford County Public Schools Seeks Applicant for School System Audit Committee
From Harford County Public Schools: The Board of Education of Harford County is seeking applications from interested county citizens to fill one opening on the school system’s Audit Committee. The purpose of the five-member committee is to assist the Board in fulfilling its fiduciary oversight responsibilities. The committee serves as an independent and objective party […]
Harford County Board of Education Agenda Aug. 12: Budget Presentation; Burbey Presentation; Beynon to Audit Committee
The August 12th meeting agenda for the Harford County Board of Education includes an extraordinary presentation on the budget, a notable omission, approval of administrative appointments and departures, and further review of the proposed capital improvement program for next year. First on the agenda, the School Board plans an extraordinary “Budget Presentation,” unusual for its […]
Harford County Public Schools Seeks Application for School System Audit Committee
From Harford County Public Schools: The Board of Education of Harford County is seeking applications from interested county citizens to fill one opening on the school system’s Audit Committee. The purpose of the five member committee is to assist the Board in fulfilling its fiduciary oversight responsibilities. The committee serves as an independent and objective […]
Harford County Farm Fair Prepares for 25th Anniversary Amid Financial Uncertainty; New Nontraditional Attractions
Behind the scenes financial trouble, dissent among volunteers, and the introduction of nontraditional elements have threatened to cast a pall over the Harford County Farm Fair as the annual agricultural heritage showcase prepares for its 25th anniversary celebration this summer. But organizers assert the Farm Fair, one of the most high profile and highly attended […]