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DiNapoli Statement on Governor's Veto of Transparency Legislation
… the following statement regarding Gov. Kathy Hochul’s veto of legislation that would have increased transparency on … that bypass routine oversight. Without public disclosure of how taxpayer money is being used, it raises questions … the following statement regarding Gov Kathy Hochuls veto of legislation that would have increased transparency on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-statement-governors-veto-transparency-legislationDiNapoli: Localities Spending More to Address Climate Change Hazards
… significant threats to communities in New York. Concerns are growing about severe heat waves and droughts, more … and inland communities,” DiNapoli said. “Local governments are shouldering much of the financial burden of climate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-localities-spending-more-address-climate-change-hazardsTown of Walton – Incompatible Duties (2016M-309)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Supervisor’s appointment of a bookkeeper and … million. Key Findings The Supervisor appointed the Clerk to act as his bookkeeper; however, the New York State … of the Town, or engage an independent public accountant to do so. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2016/12/23/town-walton-incompatible-duties-2016m-309Opinion 2000-8
… 802(1)(f): A county public health commissioner who has a real estate partnership with a member of a not-for-profit … ask whether a county public health commissioner who has a real estate partnership with a member of a not-for-profit … services to the county has a conflict of interest. The real estate partnership has not rented and does not currently …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-8Management of Internal Controls
… rules and regulations. Background FRMC is a private, not-for-profit real estate holding corporation. Its mission is to … elected by unanimous vote of the other Board members. For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2011, the FRMC reported … The FRMC Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form 990 for 2010 omitted the required disclosure of business …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/01/23/management-internal-controlsNew York State Health Insurance Program – Payments by Empire BlueCross for Hospital Services for Ineligible Members
… Objective To determine whether Empire BlueCross paid hospital claims … Program (NYSHIP), which provides health insurance coverage to over 1.2 million active and retired State, local … Civil Service contracts with Empire BlueCross (Empire) to administer the plan’s hospital benefits. From January 1, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/08/18/new-york-state-health-insurance-program-payments-empire-bluecross-hospital-servicesDiNapoli Urges Congress to Expand Eligibility for Savings Program for Individuals with Disabilities
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today urged Congress to increase the eligibility age from 26 to 46 for individuals who can participate in the Achieving a … million in assets saved by individuals and their families to pay for medical and living costs. "People who become …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/11/dinapoli-urges-congress-expand-eligibility-savings-program-individuals-disabilitiesProblem Gambling Treatment Program (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the two recommendations included in our initial audit report Problem Gambling Treatment … study to identify the number or location of individuals in need of such services. As such, our audit was unable to … where they were needed most. The two recommendations in our initial audit report addressed the need for a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/05/07/problem-gambling-treatment-program-followOpinion 91-10
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … AND PHRASES -- "In the same manner and at the same time as town taxes" (as meaning ad valorem levies) TOWNS -- Powers … Concerning the powers and duties of the town board in relation to a park district which …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-10Contract Submission System Guide for Public Authority Users
… authorities to submit contracts and contract amendments for prior approval or filing to the Office of the State … and respond electronically, maximizing timeliness for each contract transaction which requires approval. As a … contract documents Submit contracts and amendments to OSC for filing or approval Access all contracts that your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/contracts/contract-submission-system-guide-public-authority-usersNew York's Prison Population Continues Decline, But Share of Older Adults Keeps Rising
… over 200 16- and-17-year-olds in March of 2008, but only 26 in March 2020. Cost of Medical Care Overall health care …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/new-yorks-prison-population-continues-decline-share-older-adults-keeps-risingState Agencies Bulletin No. 1818
… Updated April 2, 2020: With the complete passage of the 2020-21 state budget expected today (4/2/2020), state … released by the State Comptroller. Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to inform New York State agencies of the possible delay in paycheck distribution and release of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1818-possible-delay-direct-deposit-funds-and-paycheck-distribution-april-1Town of Brandon - Financial Condition (2019M-239)
… report - pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether Town officials effectively managed the Town’s financial condition. … along with a longterm financial and capital plan. Town officials generally agreed with our recommendations and … Determine whether Town officials effectively managed the Towns financial condition …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2020/04/24/town-brandon-financial-condition-2019m-239Rensselaer County – County Bridge Maintenance (S9-13-6)
… bridges to ensure the safety of those who travel on them for the period January 1, 2007, to December 31, 2011. … The Department of Engineering and Highways is responsible for the maintenance and monitoring of bridges. This … The Department’s operating budget was $9.9 million for the 2012 fiscal year. The Department is responsible for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/07/19/rensselaer-county-county-bridge-maintenance-s9-13-6Hewlett Bay Fire District
… 2014. Background The Hewlett Bay Fire District is located in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County, covers approximately 4.5 square miles and serves approximately 15,000 residents. The District is a district corporation of the State, distinct and separate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/12/19/hewlett-bay-fire-districtYoung Women’s College Prep Charter School of Rochester – Information Technology (2016M-24)
… audit was to review the School’s information technology for the period July 1, 2014 through January 7, 2016. … Monroe County. The School had operating expenses for the 2014-15 fiscal year of approximately $2.7 million. … Findings The Board has not adopted policies and procedures for breach notification, access rights, user accounts, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/05/06/young-womens-college-prep-charter-school-rochester-information-technologyDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Valued at $259.9 Billion at End of Third Quarter
… State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) was $259.9 billion at the end of the third quarter of state fiscal year 2023-24. … York State Common Retirement Fund Fund was $2599 billion at the end of the third quarter of state fiscal year 202324 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-valued-259.9-billion-end-third-quarterReducing Medicaid Costs for Recipients With End Stage Renal Disease (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the implementation status of the five recommendations made in our initial audit report, … aid them in applying for Medicare. Of the initial report’s five audit recommendations, one was implemented, three were … To determine the implementation status of the five recommendations made in our initial audit report …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/09/05/reducing-medicaid-costs-recipients-end-stage-renal-disease-followVendor File Advisory No. 11
… correct bank account or address. The “Location” section of the Vendor Record contains business values defined by the … based on the vendor’s preference. If the agency is unsure of which Location to choose for the transaction, agency staff …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/vendor-file-advisory/11-vendor-locationAccessibility for People With Disabilities (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report , Accessibility for People With Disabilities (Report 2022-S-3 ). About the … and Historic Preservation (Parks) is responsible for the operation and stewardship of the State’s park system, … and enjoyable recreational and informational opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors. Title II of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/10/22/accessibility-people-disabilities-follow