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Some NY Schools Not Reporting Bullying or Harassment
… Many New York schools fall short when it comes to protecting students from harassment and discrimination based on gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity, … in creating a safe and productive environment for students when it is well implemented and when schools are in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/some-ny-schools-not-reporting-bullying-or-harassmentDiNapoli: Fast Food Companies Agree to Stronger Supplier Oversight
… companies also agreed to publish these risk assessments on their websites later this year. As a result of the … and accountability in their supply chains. 2013 - Best Buy and Bed Bath & Beyond agreed to encourage their suppliers …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/dinapoli-fast-food-companies-agree-stronger-supplier-oversightDiNapoli Statement on Legislation Restoring Contract Review Authority
… money is also a deterrent to those who might try to game the system. “I want to thank State Senator Elijah …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/dinapoli-statement-legislation-restoring-contract-review-authorityDiNapoli Releases Annual IDA Report
… granted were much higher downstate, with IDAs in New York City, Long Island and the Mid-Hudson regions together … net tax exemptions. On a per capita basis, the New York City IDA provides the lowest net tax exemptions per capita … is constructing Two Manhattan West, a commercial office tower that is part of the Hudson Yards development. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/dinapoli-releases-annual-ida-reportDiNapoli: New York Drug Overdose Deaths Surged During Pandemic
… pandemic in New York state, with opioid-related overdose deaths increasing by 68% to nearly 5,000 individuals from … DiNapoli. The surge is largely due to a sharp increase in deaths from opioids related to illicit fentanyl and similar synthetic opioids. Overdose deaths statewide from opioids and all drugs (5,841) in 2021 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-new-york-drug-overdose-deaths-surged-during-pandemicDiNapoli: One of the Nation's Largest Energy Suppliers Agrees to Report on Climate Change Risk
… power holding companies in the United States, has agreed to produce a climate change risk assessment that includes an analysis of the Paris Agreement's goals . "Duke Energy is listening to its shareholders who need to know how the company is … power holding companies in the United States has agreed to produce a climate change risk assessment that includes an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/01/dinapoli-one-nations-largest-energy-suppliers-agrees-report-climate-change-riskDiNapoli: Inconsistent Oversight and Guidance Left New York’s Group Home Residents at Risk During Pandemic
… management coordination left people living in group homes at risk during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, … residential programs from March 2020 to April 2022. “Group homes are supposed to offer people with developmental … guidance to the vast majority of their certified group homes. Inconsistent emergency management coordination and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-inconsistent-oversight-and-guidance-left-new-yorks-group-home-residents-risk-during-pandemicDiNapoli Releases Report on Casinos' Impact on Upstate Local Tax Revenues
… for cuts in their tax rates for Slot & Electronic Table Games (ETG) to 30%, which three did. A bill to reduce Tioga …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-releases-report-casinos-impact-upstate-local-tax-revenuesDiNapoli: Nurse Hiring Improves but Temp Staff Costs Remain Elevated at NYC Health + Hospitals
… Thomas P. DiNapoli. “The COVID-19 pandemic led to a major nursing shortage nationwide and in New York City, but Health … nurses, respectively. As a result, H+H increased temporary nursing headcount with costs rising as high as $660 million … and continued challenges contributing to a nationwide nursing shortage persist and add pressure on the H+H system …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-nurse-hiring-improves-temp-staff-costs-remain-elevated-nyc-health-hospitalsDiNapoli: State's Fiscal Outlook Declines
… volatility, and increases in recurring spending, according to a report by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “The … Legislature prudently increased New York’s reserve funds, but that cannot replace fiscal discipline or be relied upon to plug recurring budget gaps. While there is no quick fix, a proactive approach by state …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/dinapoli-states-fiscal-outlook-declinesDiNapoli: State Tax Receipts Exceed Initial Projections By $7.2 Billion Through First Six Months
… (SFY) 2021-22 exceeded the Enacted Budget Financial Plan forecast (May estimates) by $7.2 billion through the end of … DiNapoli. Tax collections were $1.8 billion greater than forecast by the Division of the Budget (DOB) in the First … May estimates by $4.8 billion and the First Quarter Update forecast by $583.2 million. Year-to-date, consumption and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/10/dinapoli-state-tax-receipts-exceed-initial-projections-72-billion-through-first-six-monthsDiNapoli: NYC Health + Hospitals Struggles With Temporary Staffing Costs
… in NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H) facilities, leading to an increased reliance on temporary nurses and higher staffing costs. Between February … and September 2022, temporary staffing at H+H grew by 83% to offset the loss of staff nurses while managing demand for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-nyc-health-hospitals-struggles-temporary-staffing-costsReal Property Portfolio
… and accurately accounted for and reported on its real property holdings and the need to either hold or dispose of properties, and if ESD disposed of real property in a manner beneficial to the State. The audit … the Urban Development Corporation Act, can dispose of real property and acquire it to own, hold, improve, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/08/21/real-property-portfolioFederal Funds To New York City: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
TANF funding is expected to be the City’s largest source of direct federal funding in fiscal year (FY) 2025, at about $2 billion, with more than half allocated to the Department of Social Services (DSS).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/federal-funds-to-nyc-temporary-assistance-for-needy-families.pdfDetermination of Residency for Tuition Purposes (Follow-Up) (2023-F-45) 30-Day Response
The objective of our follow-up was to assess the extent of implementation, as of October 2024, of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Determination of Residency for Tuition Purposes (Report 2019-S-58).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-23f45-response.pdfDetermination of Residency for Tuition Purposes (Follow-Up) (2023-F-45)
The objective of our follow-up was to assess the extent of implementation, as of October 2024, of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Determination of Residency for Tuition Purposes (Report 2019-S-58).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-23f45.pdfTown of Bergen – Town Supervisor (2024M-30)
Determine whether the Town of Bergen (Town) Supervisor maintained complete and accurate accounting records, provided accurate and timely financial information to the Town Board (Board), and filed the annual financial report (AFR) in a timely manner.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2024/pdf/bergen-town-2024-30.pdfWhat to Expect from an OSC Audit
This session will familiarize you with the entire audit process: from its early stages to final report. Learn what the auditors are looking for, the professional standards they follow, and your role in the process.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/what-to-expect-osc-audit-051524.pdfReview of the Financial Plan of the City of New York, December 2022
New York City’s fiscal year (FY) 2023 budget is projected to rise to $109.4, after transfers, but City finances could come under pressure amid a slowing economic recovery and an increase in demand for City services.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-14-2023.pdfSeaford Union Free School District – Mental Health Training Component of the New York SAVE Act (S9-21-36)
Determine whether the Seaford Union Free School District (District) used District resources to provide the mental health component of the New York Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE Act) training requirement to staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/seaford-s9-21-36.pdf