The YMCA of Northern Colorado is denying accusations that they mismanaged or misused taxpayer funds from their Johnstown location. YMCA of Northern Colorado CEO Chris Coker told CBS News Colorado his organization did not commit any crimes or misappropriate any funds, as speculated by some in the town of Johnstown.

"We don't steal money, we don't do things in a bad manner. There is no negligent intent," Coker said.

Coker's interview comes after a financial audit was ordered by the town of Johnstown into the YMCA of Northern Colorado.

The town paid cash to build the facility before the COVID-19 pandemic, contracting with the YMCA to staff, operate and oversee the upkeep of the facility. The town agreed to provide the YMCA up to $500,000 a year to offset any costs not covered by membership

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