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Outstanding Violations (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Outstanding Violations (Report … (Department) managers did not have effective systems in place to ensure hazardous violations were resolved … of September 9, 2014, of the four recommendations included in our initial report. Key Finding The Department has made …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/10/15/outstanding-violations-followSafety of Infrastructure (Follow-Up)
… system. As of October 2010, there was a backlog of over $1.1 billion in improvements that needed to be made. In some … to make repairs, but in others had either opted to cordon off certain areas to prevent public access, or in the most … or completed 204 projects with total costs over $221 million using New York Works funds. However, additional work …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/01/06/safety-infrastructure-followProcurement and Contracting Practices (Follow-Up)
… in the State, seeking efficiencies, lower costs, and innovative solutions. With an annual budget of about $434 million, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/04/16/procurement-and-contracting-practices-followState Agency Small-Dollar Purchases (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report, State Agency Small-Dollar Purchases (2009-S-56). Background In our initial audit report, which was issued on September 9, … of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial report. Key Findings OGS officials made …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/11/21/state-agency-small-dollar-purchases-followManagement of Energy Consumption (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the extent of implementation of the two … OCFS has developed and implemented a centralized plan to reduce energy consumption. OCFS now retains energy usage … Compliance With Executive Order 111 Requirements to Purchase Power From Renewable Sources (2008-S-74) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/01/06/management-energy-consumption-followAssessment of Costs to Administer the Workers’ Compensation Program for the Two Fiscal Years Ended March 31, 2013
… and nonoccupational disabilities and sickness. Coverage for these benefits, with limited exception, is to be provided … and assessing these costs on participating insurance carriers, self-insurers, and self-insured political … made minor calculation errors in the fiscal year 2011-12 assessment, resulting in a net understatement of $144,592 in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/15/assessment-costs-administer-workers-compensation-program-two-fiscal-years-ended-march-31Access-A-Ride Accident Claims
… Purpose To determine whether the number of accidents involving vehicles providing services to … to immediately notify the Paratransit Division of any accidents/incidents and provide a written report within 24 … Bureau (CSB). CSB handles claims that result from the accidents. The 14 carriers are covered for personal injury …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/04/24/access-ride-accident-claimsMedicaid Program – Multiple Same-Day Procedures on Ambulatory Patient Groups Claims
… Medicaid overpaid Ambulatory Patient Groups claims because of deficiencies in the claims processing and payment system. The audit … program reimburses outpatient services through the use of the Ambulatory Patient Groups (APG) payment methodology. … overpaid Ambulatory Patient Groups APG claims because of deficiencies in the claims processing and payment system …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/08/12/medicaid-program-multiple-same-day-procedures-ambulatory-patient-groups-claimsReporting of Billboard Income (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the extent of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial report, Reporting of Billboard Income ( 2011-N-2 ). Background Our initial … To determine the extent of implementation of the five recommendations included in our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/11/04/reporting-billboard-income-followMitchell-Lama Vacancies (Follow-Up)
… cooperative developments with approximately 47,000 total apartments. Apartments in Mitchell-Lama developments tend to be desirable … consequently, the waiting lists for many of these apartments can be quite lengthy. To ensure efficient turnover …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/05/12/mitchell-lama-vacancies-followWindows Domain Administration and Management
… of the State. ITS operates data centers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to support statewide mission-critical …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/05/31/windows-domain-administration-and-managementReal Estate Portfolio (Follow-Up)
… Estate Portfolio ( 2013-S-23 ). Background The New York Power Authority’s (NYPA) mission is to “provide clean, … management plan for property affected by the hydroelectric plant. Any decisions that could impact the land management … review. Other Related Audit/Report of Interest New York Power Authority: Selected Management and Operations Practices …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/28/real-estate-portfolio-followEnforcement of the Mitchell-Lama Surcharge Provisions (Follow-Up)
… DHCR is several years behind in generating the match between tenants’ self-reported information and their … At the time of our review in 2017, DHCR’s most recent match was for 2012. Further, the Private Housing Finance Law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/09/06/enforcement-mitchell-lama-surcharge-provisions-followSignal Maintenance, Inspections, and Testing
… Authority’s New York City Transit (NYCT) performed signal maintenance, inspections, and testing in compliance … for maintenance purposes. As of February 22, 2017, the signal system included 44,536 signal devices divided among 122 section locations. NYCT … Transportation Authoritys New York City Transit performed signal maintenance inspections and testing in compliance with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/10/17/signal-maintenance-inspections-and-testingThe 80/20 Housing Program (Follow-Up)
… The 80/20 Housing Program ( 2015-S-83 ). Background Homes and Community Renewal is an umbrella entity consisting … provides income tax credits, and municipalities provide real estate tax abatements, as incentives to developers. In New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/11/13/8020-housing-program-followElevator Safety (Follow-Up)
… generally performed by companies hired by DOB. Building owners hire DOB-licensed inspection companies to perform … generally performed by companies hired by DOB. Building owners hire DOB-licensed inspection companies to perform … to provide information on any actions that are planned to address the unresolved issues discussed in this review. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/10/28/elevator-safety-followSUNY Bulletin No. SU-375
… a change in the dues structure for employees represented by UUP. Affected Employees: SUNY employees represented by UUP in Bargaining Unit 08 are affected. Effective Dates: … a change in the dues structure for employees represented by UUP …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-university-new-york/su-375-united-university-professions-uup-change-dues-structureState Agencies Bulletin No. 2355
… of this bulletin is to inform agencies that position pools in PayServ may require updates for SFS lapsing Affected … affected. Background: Certain chart of accounts strings in SFS that are attached to position pools in PayServ will be lapsing and will no longer be available …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2355-sfs-chartfield-strings-payserv-09152025-09302025-lapse-datesHigher Education – 2023 Financial Condition Report
… any remaining tuition expenses at SUNY or CUNY after other federal and state grants and scholarships have been applied. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2023-fcr/higher-educationAccounts Payable Advisory No. 12
… Subject: Business Units must not include letters, special characters … Guidance: Citibank reports that it continues to receive Business Units’ payments with data in the invoice field that … to help Citibank apply credit card payments properly, Business Units must enter the full billing account number …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/12-citibank-account-numbers-invoice-field