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DiNapoli: Problems Caused by Outdated System Left State's Unemployment Insurance Program Vulnerable to Fraud
… the completion of the audit. The audit examined the period from Jan. 2020 to March 2022. “The state Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-problems-caused-outdated-system-left-states-unemployment-insurance-program-vulnerable-fraudDiNapoli: NYC Emergency Management Failing to Ensure the City is Prepared for Disasters
… Ten years after Superstorm Sandy devastated the New York City metropolitan area, killing dozens of people and causing billions of dollars in damage, the city needs to be better prepared for another catastrophic … Ten years after Superstorm Sandy devastated the New York City metropolitan area killing dozens of people …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-nyc-emergency-management-failing-ensure-city-prepared-disastersComplaint Processing
… there was an outstanding request to the NYPD for body-worn camera footage. According to CCRB’s Investigative Manual, no … if there is an outstanding request for body-worn camera footage. In addition, we determined CCRB did not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/10/05/complaint-processingMaximizing Incentives for Individuals With Disabilities
… whether the Office of Mental Health (OMH) has ensured that State agencies and employment service providers are taking … adults (ages 21–64) with a disability in New York State. The employment rate of working-age adults with a … employment goals and reduce reliance on benefits. Six State agencies in addition to OMH, including the Department …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/08/30/maximizing-incentives-individuals-disabilitiesDiNapoli: Federal Funding Uncertainty Jeopardizes Impact of Inflation Reduction Act for New Yorkers
… and nonprofits, preserving the IRA’s grant and tax credit programs should be a priority. If the programs are … funded through the IRA provide over $142 billion through federal programs managed by several U.S. agencies. New York … There are over 20 new or modified clean energy and clean vehicle tax credits available through the IRA. IRA tax …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-federal-funding-uncertainty-jeopardizes-impact-inflation-reduction-act-new-yorkersDiNapoli: State Must Improve Management of Medical Equipment Stockpile After Spending Millions During the COVID-19 Pandemic
… or create written procedures. Auditors determined limited action was taken to reduce the stockpile. DOH conducted some … Homeland Security and Emergency Services and the New York National Guard may have purchased, stored or transported DME, as well …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-state-must-improve-management-medical-equipment-stockpile-after-spending-millions-duringDiNapoli Releases Report on State Spending to Implement Raise the Age Law
… New York state has appropriated $1.71 billion through State Fiscal year (SFY) 2025 to help … RTA changed the age of criminal responsibility as an adult from 16- to 18-years-old. The law was phased in over … for RTA included $160 million for capital expenses and $1.55 billion in local aid. Of the $160 million in capital …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-releases-report-state-spending-implement-raise-age-lawMaternal Health
… of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity in New York State; and whether DOH is effectively monitoring related … (Work Group) to optimize postpartum care and for New York State to establish a maternal mortality review board (Board). … is required to review all maternal deaths in New York State to determine cause and preventability; report findings, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/07/30/maternal-healthDiNapoli: Unsafe Conditions, Questionable Spending Found at Affordable NYC Housing Complexes
… Here Unsafe conditions and over $1 million dollars in questionable spending at three affordable housing complexes show a need for greater oversight of the Mitchell-Lama program by the New York City Department of … infestations among other unsafe conditions at developments in Manhattan, Queens and on Staten Island. “Every New Yorker …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-unsafe-conditions-questionable-spending-found-affordable-nyc-housing-complexesDiNapoli & NYC Make it Easier to Save for College
… to attend college. We're grateful to New York City and to NYC Kids RISE for their efforts to increase college … Office of the State Comptroller by the Mayor's Office and NYC Kids RISE. "The elimination of the minimum contribution … the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment and chair of NYC Kids RISE . "The NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-nyc-make-it-easier-save-collegeFormer Avon Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing Federal Funds
… Trini E. Ross announced today that that Joseph Geer, 40, of Caledonia, NY, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. District Judge Elizabeth A. Wolford to theft of funds related to a federal program, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison, and a fine of $250,000. Assistant U.S. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/former-avon-police-chief-pleads-guilty-stealing-federal-fundsRochester Prep Charter School 3 – IT Asset Management (2025M-36)
… $248,500. The School Board (Board) contracted with a management company (Company) to provide management … oversee the School’s IT operations. The Company contracts with a managed service provider to provide IT support and … inconsistent information. The School’s written agreement with the Company did not explicitly state who was responsible …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2025/08/29/rochester-prep-charter-school-3-it-asset-management-2025m-36Town of Hanover – Procurement (2025M-58)
… Board last updated the Town’s procurement policy in 2021. From January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, the Board … should be prepared and provided to our office within 90 days, pursuant to Section 35 of GML. For more information on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2025/09/26/town-hanover-procurement-2025m-58Greenburgh Central School District – Procurement (2024M-147)
… goods and services which are anticipated by the district on an as needed basis. Time and materials contracts may be … this audit pursuant to Article V, Section 1 of the State Constitution and the State Comptroller’s authority as set forth in Article 3 of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2025/10/24/greenburgh-central-school-district-procurement-2024m-147NYC’s Language Access Service Needs (2023-N-11) - Interactive Map
… This map of New York City uses 2023 American Community Survey 5year data to show the number of New Yorkers with LEP in each community district The dashboard shows the languages spoken The pinpoints on the map are the locations of H+H facilities …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/nycs-language-access-service-needs-2023-n-11-interactive-mapOversight of the Practice of Funeral Directing
… of Health is effectively overseeing the practice of funeral directing in accordance with relevant law and … effectively overseeing selected aspects of the practice of funeral directing. The audit covered the period from April … for governing and regulating the business and practice of funeral directing, undertaking, and embalming in New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/11/26/oversight-practice-funeral-directingNext Generation 911 Services
… ITS’ Bureau of Geospatial Services, which oversees the Street and Address Maintenance Program (SAM Program), maintains the statewide authoritative street and address point databases that support NG911. ITS … during natural disasters or other large-scale emergency events, and the public will not receive vital emergency …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/06/04/next-generation-911-servicesDiNapoli: Wall St. on Track for Higher Profits
… third year of lower profits. Although the industry earned 18 percent less in the first half of 2016 than last year, it … The securities industry in New York City added 2,400 jobs in 2014 and 4,500 in 2015, but job growth has slowed in 2016. Since March 2016, the industry has begun to shed jobs. In August 2016, there were 172,400 jobs (seasonally …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/dinapoli-wall-st-track-higher-profitsDiNapoli: State Pays Drug Treatment Center Nearly $4 Million for Ineligible Expenses
… the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services must recoup this money, which should have been used for … of about $12,700. DiNapoli recommended OASAS take steps to recoup the $3.9 million from PHNY and take steps to establish …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/01/dinapoli-state-pays-drug-treatment-center-nearly-4-million-ineligible-expensesDiNapoli Releases December State Cash Report
… other fiscal issues. These are easily accessible on his transparency website, Open Book New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/01/dinapoli-releases-december-state-cash-report