Commissioner's Meeting, Tuesday 6/23/2026

The Grant County Board of Commissioners meeting on June 23, 2026, included extensive discussions on grant applications and management, with emphasis on ensuring timely submission and compliance with federal requirements. The county is actively pursuing alternative grant opportunities due to uncertainties with existing federal programs. The meeting featured a detailed audit report presentation covering financial statements and federal grant compliance for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. The auditors identified significant internal control weaknesses, including inaccurate financial reporting, budget overspending totaling nearly $8.4 million across multiple funds, and deficiencies in verifying contractor suspension and debarment status for federal funds, notably a $360,000 contract without proper checks. Recommendations were made to strengthen internal controls, improve financial statement accuracy, and ensure compliance with federal reporting and contracting requirements. The commissioners approved a walk-on grant cover letter for New Hope and discussed procurement-related policies such as contract clauses for federal fund compliance. Other agenda items included updates on asset inventory controls, position management decisions, and scheduling for review of the tourism master plan. No final decisions were made in executive sessions related to personnel or applicant evaluations during this meeting.