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Village of Cedarhurst – Transparency of Fiscal Activities (S9-24-19)
… the Village Chief Fiscal Officer’s (CFO) financial records and reports, Filed the required Annual Financial Report … (AFR) with the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC), and Reported the results of the Village’s fiscal activities … cause to be audited, the CFO’s 2022-23 financial records and reports, as required by New York State Village Law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/village-cedarhurst-transparency-fiscal-activities-s9-24-19NY State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on the SEC's Adoption of Climate Change Disclosure Rule
… Thomas P. DiNapoli released the following statement on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) adoption of … to net zero by 2040. “For nearly 15 years, I have called on the SEC to mandate the disclosure of climate risk … diligence in adopting this critical rule.” Leading the Way on Climate Investment Since taking office in 2007, DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/03/ny-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-secs-adoption-climate-change-disclosure-ruleNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Seeks Answers From Companies on Sexual Harassment and Racial Discrimination
… Corp. requesting they report on their efforts to prevent harassment and discrimination against employees and steps … management. “No one should be subjected to sexual harassment, racial discrimination or bias in the workplace,” … at risk. These three companies have all had sexual harassment or racial discrimination controversies and we are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-seeks-answers-companies-sexual-harassment-and-racial-discriminationDiNapoli: Fairport Audits Reveal Unauthorized Practices for Economic Development Agencies
… granting $1 million worth of inappropriate gifts and commercial loans, according to an audit released today by … of a project. FIDA granted two additional unauthorized commercial loans of approximately $187,000. Questionable … expenses and not those of other entities; Cease making commercial loans directly or through the FLDC using FIDA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-fairport-audits-reveal-unauthorized-practices-economic-development-agenciesDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Calls on Companies to Address Climate Risk, Transition to Cleaner Operations
… Pizza Inc., to set targets to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), adopt new energy efficiency measures and … a goal to transition its portfolio to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 . New York State Common Retirement Fund … Pizza Inc to set targets to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions GHG adopt new energy efficiency measures and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-calls-companies-address-climate-risk-transition-cleaner-operationsDiNapoli: Many Homeless Shelters in Poor Condition
… including insufficient bedding; and an insufficient number of toilets, sinks and showers. For example: At a hotel … hundreds of people in our community that need a place to sleep. We have more than a dozen local shelters that help … ensure that every New Yorker has a clean and safe place to sleep at night.” Next Steps DiNapoli’s initial audit found …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-many-homeless-shelters-poor-conditionDiNapoli Releases Annual IDA Report
… Agencies (IDAs) reported 4,262 active projects with a total value of $114 billion in 2020, an increase of $5.3 … look at the financial and project data as reported by IDAs for their communities,” DiNapoli said. “IDAs can play an … Two Manhattan West, a commercial office tower that is part of the Hudson Yards development. The report summarizes …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/dinapoli-releases-annual-ida-reportDiNapoli: New York Drug Overdose Deaths Surged During Pandemic
… 4,000 in 2017, when the federal government declared a nationwide opioid public health emergency. The majority of … cases of fentanyl-related overdose are linked to illicitly manufactured fentanyl, which is distributed through illegal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-new-york-drug-overdose-deaths-surged-during-pandemicDiNapoli: MTA Faces Worst Financial Crisis in History
… The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is facing the greatest crisis in its long history, with few viable options without federal funding … on the MTA’s finances . “The MTA’s financial condition is dire,” DiNapoli said. “With ridership down, debt burden …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/dinapoli-mta-faces-worst-financial-crisis-historyDiNapoli: Inconsistent Oversight and Guidance Left New York’s Group Home Residents at Risk During Pandemic
… living in group homes at risk during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new audit released today by … Thomas P. DiNapoli. OPWDD reported 657 people died from COVID-19, and more than 13,000 contracted the virus in its … a causal relationship between OPWDD’s actions and COVID cases. As explained by the department, certified …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-inconsistent-oversight-and-guidance-left-new-yorks-group-home-residents-risk-during-pandemicDiNapoli: New York City Continues to Rebound and Regain Share of State Economic Activity
… is smaller than it was. DiNapoli’s office is closely tracking the city and state’s post-pandemic economic bounce … Indicators in Relation to New York State Fiscal Tracking Tools and Other Reports Fiscal Cliffs Dashboard …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-new-york-city-continues-rebound-and-regain-share-state-economic-activityDiNapoli: Shift in MTA's Paratransit Program Generates Cost Savings
… of customer satisfaction initially deteriorated as a result of the move to “broker services” and must be monitored … but services initially deteriorated as they became the primary provider of transportation, with lower on-time rates … under NYCT’s umbrella of “carrier services.” They are primary carrier, broker, voucher, street hails, and E-Hail. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-shift-mtas-paratransit-program-generates-cost-savingsDiNapoli: Better DEC Oversight of Dams Recommended To Prevent Failures and Safeguard Communities
… plans and proof they are operated and maintained in a safe condition at all times.” DEC has regulatory authority … law requires dam owners to operate and maintain dams in a safe condition. Dam failures can occur for a host of reasons, including floods, construction …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-better-dec-oversight-dams-recommended-prevent-failures-and-safeguard-communitiesControls and Management of the Unemployment Insurance System (2021-S-3) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the Department of Labor (Department) has taken appropriate steps to oversee and manage the Unemployment Insurance system and to comply with selected portions of the New York State Information Security Policy and Standards.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21s3-response.pdfOversight of the Early Intervention Program (2021-S-25)
To determine whether the Department of Health was effectively administering the Early Intervention Program (Program) in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and ensuring equitable and timely access to services for children across the State.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21s25.pdfOversight and Enforcement of the Rechargeable Battery Law (2021-S-19) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the Department of Environmental Conservation (Department) has adequately monitored and enforced compliance with the New York State Rechargeable Battery Law to promote the proper disposal of lithium-ion and other types of rechargeable batteries.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21s19-response.pdfControls and Management of the Unemployment Insurance System (2021-S-3)
To determine whether the Department of Labor (Department) has taken appropriate steps to oversee and manage the Unemployment Insurance system and to comply with selected portions of the New York State Information Security Policy and Standards.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21s3.pdfOversight and Enforcement of the Rechargeable Battery Law (2021-S-19)
To determine whether the Department of Environmental Conservation (Department) has adequately monitored and enforced compliance with the New York State Rechargeable Battery Law to promote the proper disposal of lithium-ion and other types of rechargeable batteries.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21s19.pdfWhat to Expect from an OSC Audit
This session will familiarize you with the entire audit process: from its early stages to the 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-from-an-osc-audit-04082026.pdfImplementation of Selected Aspects of the Climate Mobilization Act (2024-N-1)
To determine whether the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has taken steps to ensure that private building owners are in compliance with selected aspects of the Climate Mobilization Act (CMA) by the mandated deadlines.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2026-24n1.pdf