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State Comptroller DiNapoli and Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities President Brabham Op-Ed: When Federal Policy Undermines College Access, New York Pays the Price
… and professional programs that lead to stable, high-demand careers in teaching, healthcare, and social work. These are … Graduate programs are the primary pathway into these careers, and when students lose access to financing, fewer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-commission-independent-colleges-and-universities-president-brabham-opNew York State Comptroller DiNapoli and New York City Retirement Systems and Pension Funds Announce Appointment as Lead Plaintiffs in Wynn Resorts Shareholder Lawsuit
… have been appointed co-lead plaintiffs in a derivative lawsuit filed against certain officers and directors of Wynn … have been appointed colead plaintiffs in a derivative lawsuit filed against certain officers and directors of Wynn …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-new-york-city-retirement-systems-and-pension-funds-announceHousing Trust Fund Corporation – Internal Controls Over and Maximization of Federal Funding for Various Section 8 Housing Programs and the COVID Rent Relief Program (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Housing Trust Fund Corporation – Internal Controls Over and Maximization of … offices and agencies, including the Housing Trust Fund Corporation (HTFC). Through HTFC, HCR receives federal … for tenants entering into new lease agreements. SDA was a temporary initiative started as a result of the COVID-19 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/12/04/housing-trust-fund-corporation-internal-controls-over-and-maximization-federal-fundingDivision of Housing and Community Renewal: Physical and Financial Conditions at Selected Mitchell-Lama Developments Located Outside New York City – Sunnyside Manor: Unauthorized Bank Account
… developments supervised by Division of Housing and Community Renewal are provided safe and clean living … and supervised by the Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR). Often, owners employ a managing … according to the property manager, included deposits of community room rental income. In addition to these deposits, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/07/03/division-housing-and-community-renewal-physical-and-financial-conditions-selected-mitchellDiNapoli: Former Essex County Fair Treasurer and Willsboro Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $90,000 From the Essex County Agricultural Society and Town
… Superintendent Steven G. James announced that Bridget Brown, the former treasurer of the Essex County Agricultural … $90,000 in funds from the society and the town. “Bridget Brown exploited the trust of her community and used her two … in fighting public corruption and holding Bridget Brown accountable.” The Franklin County District Attorney’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-former-essex-county-fair-treasurer-and-willsboro-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-stealing-nearlyElection Form for Sheriffs, Undersheriffs, and Deputy Sheriffs 20 Year Retirement Plan with Additional 1/60 Under Article 14-B Sections 552 and 553 (RS5498-A)
NYSLRS election form for only Sheriffs, Undersheriffs, or Deputy Sheriffs directly engaged in criminal law enforcement 50 percent or more of the time.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/retirement/forms/pdf/rs5498-a.pdfDiNapoli: County Jail Inmates Received Improper Welfare and Unemployment Insurance Benefits
… welfare programs and almost $325,000 in state unemployment insurance (UI). The inappropriate benefits were caused by … benefits. “The state’s social welfare and unemployment insurance programs are supposed to provide a safety net for … the jails limit inmates’ ability to recertify unemployment insurance benefits, auditors believe third-party individuals …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2013/10/dinapoli-county-jail-inmates-received-improper-welfare-and-unemployment-insurance-benefitsSouth Farmingdale Fire District - Financial Condition and Leave Benefits (2018M-29)
… 2014 through 2016. District officials paid $15,747 for 635 hours of leave benefits that were not authorized by the Board. Key Recommendations Use surplus funds as a financing source for funding one-time …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2018/05/25/south-farmingdale-fire-district-financial-condition-and-leave-benefitsLifespire, Inc.: Compliance With the Consolidated Fiscal Reporting and Claiming Manual
… for coordinating services for more than 128,000 New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including … now provides services in multiple locations throughout New York State: 82 in New York City, one in Westchester County, one in Greene …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/12/14/lifespire-inc-compliance-consolidated-fiscal-reporting-and-claiming-manualNiagara County Industrial Development Agency – Project Approval and Monitoring (2015M-93)
… the potential benefits compared to costs. Not all payments-in-lieu of taxes (PILOTs) were billed accurately. The Board … to determine whether businesses achieved the goals stated in their applications. Key Recommendations Develop CBA ratios … Ensure that all PILOT billings and payments are made in accordance with agreements and pursue, if feasible, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/industrial-development-agency/2015/09/11/niagara-county-industrial-development-agency-projectC.H. Evans Hook and Ladder Company No. 3 – Missing Funds (2013M-194)
The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the internal controls of the Companys financial operations for the period October 1 2009 to January 2 2013
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/11/01/ch-evans-hook-and-ladder-company-no-3-missing-funds-2013m-194Orleans County Soil and Water Conservation District - Claims Audit (2018M-105)
… Twenty-four claims totaling approximately $7,300, out of the 72 claims totaling approximately $524,000 in our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/district/2018/08/03/orleans-county-soil-and-water-conservation-district-claims-audit-2018m-105Genesee County Industrial Development Agency – Project Approval and Monitoring (2014M-66)
… investments. Although businesses/firms indicate on their application the intended capital investment, they are not … and define applicable criteria to ensure consistent application. Ensure that GCIDA officials consistently use …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/industrial-development-agency/2014/05/14/genesee-county-industrial-development-agency-projectCity of Auburn – Hydroelectric Power Operations and Software Management (2017M-99)
City of Auburn Hydroelectric Power Operations and Software Management 2017M99
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2017/12/15/city-auburn-hydroelectric-power-operations-and-software-management-2017m-99Town of Avoca – Financial Management and Town Clerk Operations (2017M-131)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Board’s financial management … and evaluate the operations and financial practices of the Clerk’s office for the period January 1, 2016 through … Town of Avoca Financial Management and Town Clerk Operations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2017/12/08/town-avoca-financial-management-and-town-clerk-operations-2017m-131Village of Stillwater – Capital Project and Settlement Award Accounting (2017M-163)
… by $420,641. The Board overrode the 2017-18 property tax levy limit and increased the tax levy by 21 percent, even though unassigned fund balance would … funding for operations for nearly two years without a tax levy. Key Recommendations Attend training for governmental …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2017/12/01/village-stillwater-capital-project-and-settlement-award-accounting-2017m-163Village of Massapequa Park – Claims Audit and Leave Accruals (2017M-193)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether the Board audited … 1, 2015 through March 31, 2017. Background The Village of Massapequa Park is located in the Town of Oyster Bay in … Village of Massapequa Park Claims Audit and Leave Accruals 2017M193 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2017/12/01/village-massapequa-park-claims-audit-and-leave-accruals-2017m-193Town of Palatine – Town Clerk/Tax Collector and Financial Management (2017M-101)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether the Town Clerk/Tax … 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016. Background The Town of Palatine is located in Montgomery County and is governed … Town of Palatine Town ClerkTax Collector and Financial Management …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2017/11/22/town-palatine-town-clerktax-collector-and-financial-management-2017m-101City of Glens Falls – Water and Wastewater System Cybersecurity (2017M-117)
… formal process for staying current on water and wastewater system cybersecurity threats. Officials have not provided … Establish a process for receiving and assessing system cybersecurity alerts. Provide cybersecurity awareness … City of Glens Falls Water and Wastewater System Cybersecurity 2017M117 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2017/11/22/city-glens-falls-water-and-wastewater-system-cybersecurity-2017m-117Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District – Financial Condition and Payroll (2017M-94)
… Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District is located in the Towns of Cheektowaga and West Seneca in Erie County. The District operates four schools, has … estimates of appropriations and use of fund balance in the budget. Ensure that the EBALR is used in accordance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2017/09/29/cheektowaga-sloan-union-free-school-district-financial-condition-and