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Fiscal Oversight Responsibilities of the Governing Board
The governing board’s oversight role can touch virtually every aspect of a local government’s operations. This session will discuss some key functions including budget responsibilities, interim reporting, the audit of claims, and the annual audit requirements.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/fiscal-oversight-governing-board-012225.pdfWatkins Glen Central School District - Financial Management (2019M-57)
… instead of $1.4 million in planned deficits. Certain reserve balances were excessive or not needed. Of $3.7 … that is not needed or used to fund operations. Review reserve balances and develop a plan to reduce balances to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/07/12/watkins-glen-central-school-district-financial-management-2019m-57DiNapoli Audit Finds Problems with Arts Education in NYC Schools
… New York City public high school students are not getting the arts … New York City public high school students are not getting the arts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-audit-finds-problems-arts-education-nyc-schoolsElmira City School District – Capital Projects (2025M-21)
… and abuse. Whether using formal competitive bids, requests for proposals (RFP) or written and verbal quotes to ensure … as possible. District voters approved the ongoing Project, with a budget of $76.8 million. Although the Project is not … Audit Summary Although District officials complied with competitive bidding requirements and certain aspects of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/10/24/elmira-city-school-district-capital-projects-2025m-21DiNapoli: Audit Details Double-Dipping by Buffalo City School District Technician
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Noe Rodriguez, 38, of Buffalo, was prosecuted by Erie County District Attorney … in Erie County Court to five years probation, 100 hours of community service and $18,229 in restitution, which he … degree, a class E felony. “Mr. Rodriguez took advantage of lax supervision to scam taxpayers and pocket money he did …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-audit-details-double-dipping-buffalo-city-school-district-technicianState Police Bulletin No. SP-246
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to inform the Division of State Police of OSC’s automatic … Police Expertise Pay, and to provide agency instructions for submitting payments not processed automatically. Affected … for newly eligible employees, will continue even if there is no successor agreement. Effective Dates: The 2024 State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-police/sp-246-2024-expertise-pay-eligible-employees-state-police-investigators-unitOpinion 90-38
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … AND HIGHWAYS -- Seasonal Limited Use Highway (effect of subsequent construction of residence on) HIGHWAY LAW, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-38Overview of Governmental Accounting
This session will familiarize local officials with the accounting process for municipalities and some of the unique elements of governmental accounting. It will include an overview of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the Uniform Accounting System, measurement focus and encumbrances.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/overview-governmental-accounting-022824.pdfNew York City’s Uneven Recovery: An Analysis of Labor Force Trends
This report aims to understand the main differences in labor force participation among New York City’s workers and discusses discusses some of the reasons for the City’s uneven recovery when compared to the rest of New York State and the nation.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-3-2023.pdfIV.5.B Bond and Debt Proceeds – IV. Accounting Codes - Uses and Descriptions
… than par value) received from the issuance of State debt. Discounts increase the interest expense associated with debt …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-iv/iv5b-bond-and-debt-proceedsHousing Trust Fund Corporation: Internal Controls and Maximization of Federal Funding for Community Development Block Grant & HOME Investment Partnerships Programs (Follow-Up)
… of the two recommendations included in our initial audit report, Housing Trust Fund Corporation: Internal Controls Over and Maximization of Federal Funding for Community Development Block Grant & HOME Investment … of the two recommendations included in our initial audit report Housing Trust Fund Corporation Internal Controls Over …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/04/11/housing-trust-fund-corporation-internal-controls-and-maximization-federal-funding-communityState Police Bulletin No. SP-260
… of State Police of OSC’s automatic processing of the 2025 State Police Holiday Bonus Payment, and to provide … are affected. Background: Chapter 182 of the Laws of 2025 implements the 2023-2026 Agreement between the State of … an annual holiday compensation payment. Effective 11/01/2025, the Holiday Bonus Payment must be included in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-police/sp-260-2025-holiday-bonus-payment-eligible-employees-state-policeDiNapoli Announces Sale of $634 Million State of New York General Obligation Bonds
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced the sale of two series of New York State General Obligation Bonds totaling $634 … sale. Specifically, the sales were $102,370,000 of Series 2021A Tax-Exempt Bonds and $531,385,000 of Series … State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli announced the sale of two series of New York State General Obligation Bonds …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-announces-sale-634-million-state-new-york-general-obligation-bondsOversight of Mental Health Education in Schools (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the two recommendations included in our initial audit report, Oversight of Mental Health Education in Schools (Report 2020-S-63 ). … To determine the extent of implementation of the two recommendations included in our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/27/oversight-mental-health-education-schools-followCustodial Service Contract Procurement and Oversight
… To determine whether the selected New York City Department of Education contracting practice was effective in procuring … the lowest available price, while maintaining the quality of service. The audit covered DOE’s procurement of the contracts as well as its efforts to assess the quality …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/04/08/custodial-service-contract-procurement-and-oversightCVS Health – Temporary Holding Account Rebate Revenue (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the extent of implementation of the two recommendations included in our initial audit … Insurance Program (NYSHIP), administered by the Department of Civil Service (Civil Service), provides health insurance … To determine the extent of implementation of the two recommendations included in our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/10/15/cvs-health-temporary-holding-account-rebate-revenue-followHousing Preferences for Disabled Veterans (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Housing Preference for Disabled Veterans (2010-S-42). Background In November … Office of Children and Family Services: Housing Preference for Disabled Veterans (2010-S-42) … included in our initial audit report Housing Preference for Disabled Veterans 2010S42 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/19/housing-preferences-disabled-veterans-followTown of Edinburg – Town Supervisor’s Records and Reports (2025M-68)
… sound fiscal decisions, ensuring that the town complies with various laws and maintaining the public’s trust. The … monthly bank reconciliations or maintain check registers with running cash balances for the Town’s checking accounts, … a bookkeeper, and the current Supervisor began working with her to set up a new accounting system and reconstruct …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2025/12/12/town-edinburg-town-supervisors-records-and-reports-2025m-68Recent Trends and Impact of COVID-19 in the Bronx
Population in the Bronx grew by 10.4 percent from 2000 to 2017 (faster than any other borough), driven primarily by the growth in the immigrant population, but it declined in the next two years to 1.42 million residents.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-4-2022.pdfDiNapoli: New York City's Tech Sector Is Booming
… tour of Maven, a female-founded digital health clinic for women based in Manhattan. "New York City has become one of … and CEO of Maven. "We still have a long way to go, but women now represent a quarter of NYC's tech workforce. I'm … and to have a board that also reflects our purpose: a women's digital health platform, with an all-female board." …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-new-york-citys-tech-sector-booming