Missouri Auditor John Watson released the audit of Hickory County today.
In the areas audited, the overall performance of Hickory County was Good.
Audit findings include:
- The county does not always obtain sales slip receipts to ensure fuel purchases are made by county employees.
- The Sheriff's department does not follow established procedures regarding inmate monies, and procedures to track inmate balances are not adequate.
- The Sheriff and some of his deputies have used county patrol vehicles for personal use but do not document personal mileage.
To read the full report, visit here.