Agency Accountability


Central Rivers AEA is a public agency and takes that role seriously. Below you can find links to agency compliance and financial documents.

AEA Accreditation

In the accreditation process, each of Iowaโ€™s nine AEAs undergoes an intensive review of services designed to ensure that the agencies are meeting all requirements. The process includes interviews with representative local school personnel as well as agency staff members.

2025 Accreditation Report


Annual Desk Audits


All AEAs, school districts, preschool programs and non-public schools submit desk audit information to the Iowa Department of Education for compliance with state and federal legal requirements. AEAs, working toward continuous improvement of instruction and student learning, assure ongoing alignment with state standards for AEA programs (found on the About Iowaโ€™s AEAs page).

Central Rivers AEA participates in these annual reviews and meets all of the standards in place.


Audit Reports

Each year certified public accountants audit the Agencyโ€™s financial statements as required by Iowa Code section 11.6. Once received the Audit is accepted by the Board of Directors. The Auditors file the report with the Auditor of State and the Iowa Department of Education.


Budget Documents

The Agencyโ€™s budget document outlines the Agencyโ€™s budget for each fiscal year. The document is prepared by the Agencyโ€™s Business Office staff and is presented to the Board of Directors by the Chief Administrator. The document also identifies proposed sources and uses of funds along with selected historical information.