Summary

Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO reported on audit and investigation findings related to three community agencies in Florida which provide services for the poor.

GAO stated that the three agencies involved have encountered a variety of problems, including recurring internal management problems, termination of federally funded programs, improper use of funds, and weak internal financial controls. Federal and State officials have addressed and responded to the most significant of the audit and investigation findings and have taken or planned actions to resolve most of the problems. Officials concluded that continued funding of the three agencies will depend largely on the future availability of Federal funds.