April 10, 2024
2021-2022 Financial Audit Results
Williston, N.D. (April 10, 2024) The North Dakota State Auditor’s Office has completed the financial audit of Williston Basin School District #7 for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022.
During this audit period, the State Auditor’s Office identified seven areas of concern, a significant improvement from the previous year's findings, which totaled 21.
This period marks the first year following the merger of Williston Public School District #1 with Williams County School District #8, resulting in the formation of the current Williston Basin School District #7. Since the time period covered in this audit, there have been significant changes in the administration of the District. This includes the appointment of a new superintendent and business manager, along with other new staff members in the business office.
It's important to emphasize that the issues identified in the audited years have been addressed and rectified through improved financial practices implemented throughout the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 fiscal years.
Williston Basin School District will remain engaged with the auditor's office to develop and adhere to a corrective action plan that aligns with current fiscal practices of high quality, meeting industry standards. This plan will continue to address corrective requirements outlined in the audit reports from the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 fiscal years.
For the full audit report, click here or visit our website’s Business & Operations page willistonschools.org/page/business-operations
For more information, contact:
Paula Lankford
Director of Public Relations
Williston Basin School District #7
(701)572-1580 ext.04018
paula.lankford@willistonschools.org