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Opinion 94-8
… In order to qualify for appointment as deputy treasurer of a fire district, an individual must meet the same … of fire commissioners of any fire district may appoint a deputy fire district treasurer to hold office until the thirty-first day of December following …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-8DiNapoli: NY State Pension Fund Purchases $20 Million in State of Israel Bonds
… investments represent the most powerful and direct way to stand with the State of Israel and its people.” Israel Bonds … you are remarkable-resilient and so strong. Continue to stand strong and you will never stand alone and we will always be standing with you.” said …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-ny-state-pension-fund-purchases-20-million-state-israel-bondsState Comptroller DiNapoli and Brooklyn DA Gonzalez Announce Arrest in Check Theft Scheme
… allegedly stole from charitable organizations and people in need,” DiNapoli said. “I’m grateful for my office’s … and for the work of my Division of Investigations to hold Mr. Galker accountable for his actions.” Brooklyn District … District Attorney’s Office for their outstanding work. Mr. Galker is accused of stealing checks destined for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-brooklyn-da-gonzalez-announce-arrest-check-theft-schemeDeath Benefits – Divorce and Your Benefits
… Ordinary Death Benefit The Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL) provides for an ordinary … To be effective, the member must properly execute and file the appropriate beneficiary designation with NYSLRS. … benefit are designated by law (RSSL, Sections 61, 361, 509 and 607). NYSLRS has no discretion to pay the ex-spouse . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/divorce/death-benefitsIX.12.N Fund Availability and Interest Liability – IX. Federal Grants
… State agencies should contact the federal awarding agency to report the delay in posting the award authorization. If agencies are unable to contact the awarding agency, then contact your Account … based on the difference in whole days between the average date of check clearance for the disbursement and the date the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix12n-fund-availability-and-interest-liabilityDo We have Your Money? Nearly $200 Million Returned to New York State Residents This Year
… Onondaga Adirondack Mountains June 13 12:00pm-5:00pm Black Fly Challenge Fern Park South Shore Road Inlet, New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/do-we-have-your-money-nearly-200-million-returned-new-york-state-residents-yearMandatory vs. Optional Membership
… membership by terminating your public employment. ¹Exempt Class — Classified Civil Service positions deemed … requirements are established for exempt positions. ²Labor Class — Classified Civil Service positions for which … nature of the duties. Minimum qualifications for Labor Class positions, other than the physical ability to perform …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/mandatory-vs-optional-membershipDiNapoli: California Parcel Worker Arrested for Allegedly Stealing $120K in Checks
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and the Chula Vista Police Department announced the arrest of … Rodriguez, a San Diego-based parcel service employee, for allegedly stealing $120,000 in checks, including a … if used for qualified educational expenses. In September 2025, a New York 529 account owner sent a 529 check for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/03/dinapoli-california-parcel-worker-arrested-allegedly-stealing-120k-checksSelected Management and Operations Practices (Follow-Up)
… of New York signed into law the ReCharge New York (RNY) power program as part of Chapter 60 (part CC) of the Laws of 2011 (Law). RNY power is to be allocated to businesses and not-for-profits … by 29,795, or 7.7 percent. NYPA sold scrap metal and plant equipment without appropriate controls and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/11/selected-management-and-operations-practices-followSelected Financial Management and Administrative Practices
… Purpose To determine whether the Office of the Nassau County Public Administrator (NCPA) operates in … Administrator in 11 counties in the State, including Nassau County. Public Administrators are responsible for … To determine whether the Office of the Nassau County Public Administrator NCPA operates in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/28/selected-financial-management-and-administrative-practicesDual Employment
… People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) employees who are dually employed at other State or New York City agencies are working their required hours at … members were simultaneously employed by another State or New York City agency, 81 of whom we selected for further …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/12/19/dual-employmentDual Employment
… Purpose To determine whether Office of Mental Health (OMH) employees who are dually employed at other State or City agencies are working their required … 2012. Background OMH's mission is to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers, focusing on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/12/19/dual-employment-0Dual Employment
… of Children and Family Services (OCFS) employees who are also employed at other State or New York City agencies are working their required hours at each job. The audit … Office of Children and Family Services OCFS employees who are also employed at other State or New York City agencies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/12/19/dual-employment-1Compliance With Executive Order 111 – Agency Energy Efficiency Goals and Practices
… Entities (ASEs), achieved a reduction of their energy consumption by 35 percent as directed by Executive Order 111 … levels. NYSERDA was designated the lead entity responsible for coordinating implementation and assisting other ASEs to … Compliance with Executive Order 111: Requirements to Purchase Power from Renewable Sources (2008-S-74) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/10/17/compliance-executive-order-111-agency-energy-efficiency-goals-and-practicesCorcraft's Textile Procurement Practices
… followed by bid evaluation, sample testing, award recommendation, and contract execution and performance. … evaluating bid submissions, and approving the final award recommendation. The inadequate separation of … controls increases the risk of favoritism in the award process. Corcraft officials awarded contracts without …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/05/16/corcrafts-textile-procurement-practicesOversight of Health and Safety Regulations at Public Pools, Beaches, and Spray Grounds
… maintained, equipped, staffed, and safe for public use. Our audit excluded public pools, beaches, and spray … – public pools, beaches, and spray grounds available for use by residents and visitors of New York State. These … we found the reasons for the variances are appropriate and do not diminish the agencies’ ability to provide appropriate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/06/21/oversight-health-and-safety-regulations-public-pools-beaches-and-spray-groundsMedicaid Program – Cost Saving Opportunities on Payments of Medicare Part C Claims
… Objective To determine whether Medicaid cost savings can be achieved by modifying the reimbursement methodology for Medicare Part C cost-sharing claims in accordance with federal requirements. The audit covered the period from … To determine whether Medicaid cost savings can be achieved by modifying the reimbursement methodology …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/09/21/medicaid-program-cost-saving-opportunities-payments-medicare-part-c-claimsNew York State Health Insurance Program – Payments by Empire BlueCross for Hospital Services for Ineligible Members
… System (NYBEAS) as the system of record for member enrollment and eligibility information, and notifies Empire of any changes in a member’s status. Many contracts that Empire negotiates … due to delays by Civil Service, HBAs, and members. In one example, Empire paid $186,000 in ineligible claims …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/08/18/new-york-state-health-insurance-program-payments-empire-bluecross-hospital-servicesPrivacy and Security of Student Data
… Objectives To determine if the State Education Department (Department) consistently follows … all laws and regulations regarding the safety and privacy of students’ data and is monitoring New York State school districts to ensure they … To determine if the State Education Department consistently follows all laws and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/05/16/privacy-and-security-student-dataSUNY Maritime College Review of PCard Transactions and TCard Expenses
… Services (OGS) Citibank and Maritime Citibank-VISA PCard Guidelines and the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) Travel Manual guidelines. Background Certain Maritime employees are … business related goods and services that are within the guidelines of New York State’s Procurement Card program. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/06/07/suny-maritime-college-review-pcard-transactions-and-tcard-expenses