Chilton County Board Meeting 7/20/26 2:30 PM

The Chilton County School District Board meeting on July 20, 2026, primarily focused on the presentation of the audit report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The audit, conducted by the State of Alabama Department of Examiners of Public Accounts, issued unmodified opinions on the board's financial statements and major federal financial assistance programs, including special education and child nutrition. However, the report identified significant findings related to procurement and financial controls at local schools. These included failures to maintain voided checks, prepare purchase orders prior to purchases, and retain adequate supporting documentation for expenditures, potentially risking unallowable spending of public funds. Additionally, discrepancies were found in the handling of money collected from yearbook sales, concessions, and fundraisers, such as missing receipts, untimely deposits, and incomplete documentation, increasing the risk of loss or theft. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were discussed during the meeting.