#maui audit
Maui Fraud Risk Assessment reveals inadequate policies, identifies millions of dollars in ‘direct pay’
The report identified two key findings: inadequate anti-fraud controls and the absence of a countywide fraud complaint process. The study found $21 million in “direct pay” transactions by the Department of Water Supply that bypass standard procurement. The upcoming 2027 Audit Plan also includes a review of private jet travel provided to county employees.
BREAKING: Scathing Audit Criticizes Maui Fire Dept Premium/Overtime Pay
The audit noted an increase of 60%–or $1.4 million–in overtime pay “without a notable increase in emergency incidents, staffing levels, or absences.”
BREAKING: Maui pCard Audit Finds “Fraud, Waste or Abuse” May Have Occurred
Over a 13-month period, 369 pCards were used by Maui employees to make $4.38 million of purchases. The audit found that fraud, waste or abuse may have occurred
Audit: Old Wailuku Post Office Demolished After a Series of Missteps
Audit: The Old Wailuku Post Office was demolished after a series of missteps and assumptions, coupled with the desire to get the project out quickly.
Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Received, Council Review Begins
The committee will host evening meetings throughout Maui County in April to receive community input.
