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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being spent appropriately and effectively." Alden Central … for the 2012-13 through 2015-16 fiscal years. Appropriated fund balance was never used because the district's budgeting … guidance for district officials and students or appoint a faculty auditor to ensure that receipts were issued, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsDiNapoli: Better Oversight Needed at Homeless Shelters
… An audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli found the … of those were identified in poor condition in prior audits by the Comptroller. At both certified and uncertified … in a safe and dignified setting,” DiNapoli said. “In too many cases, the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/03/dinapoli-better-oversight-needed-homeless-sheltersOpinion 88-67
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST -- Legal Services (law partner of village mayor …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-67State Agencies Bulletin No. 748
… of 2004 which implemented the negotiated agreement between PEF and the State of New York for 2003-2007 and a GOER side … the Merit Step payment becomes part of the employee’s base salary. An employee’s Geographic Differential is not reduced … processing of the Merit Step payments: NHRP704 Mass Salary Increase Report This report identifies all employees who had …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/748-october-2007-merit-step-payments-employees-represented-public-employeesMedicaid Program – Claims Processing Activity April 1, 2024 Through September 30, 2024
… Objective To determine whether the Department of Health’s eMedNY system … were submitted by approved providers, were processed in accordance with Medicaid requirements, and resulted in … to providers. The audit covered the period from April 2024 through September 2024, and certain claims going back to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/06/18/medicaid-program-claims-processing-activity-april-1-2024-through-september-30-2024Join Our Team as a Local Government Auditor
… Make a Difference in Your Community Auditors in the Division of Local Government and School Accountability … and schools. LGSA auditors play a critical role in ensuring tax dollars are being used effectively and in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/lgsaDiNapoli: Audit Recommends Stronger Oversight of NYC’s Artificial Intelligence Programs
… use of artificial intelligence (AI), leaving it vulnerable to misguided, inaccurate or biased outcomes in several … found. “Government’s use of artificial intelligence to improve public services is not new. But there needs to be formal guidelines governing its use, a clear inventory …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/dinapoli-audit-recommends-stronger-oversight-nycs-artificial-intelligence-programsComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… District and the Valley Central School District . “In an era of limited resources and increased accountability, … of the budget process and financial condition. Beginning in 2010-11, the district gradually increased its tax levy and budget. In each of the three years from 2010-11 to 2012-13, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0DiNapoli: Increase in Older Inmates Challenges New York's Prison System
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. While data detailing inmate health care costs by age groups is not readily … years. "New York must confront the challenges of an aging inmate population," DiNapoli said. "We need to better … criminal justice experts, aimed at addressing an aging inmate population. For example, some experts have suggested …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/04/dinapoli-increase-older-inmates-challenges-new-yorks-prison-systemOakfield-Alabama Central School District – Procurement (2024M-103)
… action. Appendix B includes our comment on an issue raised in the District’s response. … Determine whether the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2024/11/22/oakfield-alabama-central-school-district-procurement-2024m-103State Agencies Bulletin No. 1142
… Purpose To inform agencies of new earnings codes and procedures for processing the … within the purview of the agreement between the State of New York and the Public Employees Federation. Effective …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1142-2012-2013-deficit-reduction-plan-employees-represented-public-employeesCUNY Bulletin No. CU-350
… Employees Classified CUNY employees represented by: District Council 37 (DC 37) - Bargaining Units TG , TH , TM …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-350-2006-2008-retroactive-salary-increases-classified-blueDiNapoli: Audit Highlights Opportunities for Improvement of Apprenticeship Programs to Enhance Value and Reach
… expanded trade opportunities. I commend Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon and her team for their efforts in promoting … said New York State Department of Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon . “We understand the importance of ensuring …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-audit-highlights-opportunities-for-improvement-of-apprenticeship-programs-to-enhance-value-and-reachHousing Trust Fund Corporation: Internal Controls and Maximization of Federal Funding for Community Development Block Grant & HOME Investment Partnerships Programs (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the two … is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/04/11/housing-trust-fund-corporation-internal-controls-and-maximization-federal-funding-communityAccess to Preschool Special Education Services
… is effectively overseeing preschool special education in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations to … the Program One of the most critical periods of growth in a child’s development occurs during the first 5 years of … As of October 5, 2022, SED reported 40,846 children in the State were receiving preschool special education …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/12/05/access-preschool-special-education-servicesState Comptroller DiNapoli: $360M Needed to Repair Local Dams
… to public safety, according to a report issued today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The report showed that … Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-360m-needed-repair-local-damsManagement of the Student-School Matching Algorithm
… Schools (NYCPS) adequately managed selected aspects of the admissions process and the student-school matching algorithm used in high school … public schools (excluding charter schools). New York City (NYC) students apply to NYCPS’ high school programs across NYC …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/07/24/management-student-school-matching-algorithmDiNapoli: More State Involvement Needed to Address Local Emergency Medical Services Challenges
… Increasingly, counties across New York state are providing emergency medical services (EMS), amid a … to coordinate services and identify sustainable, effective solutions.” In New York state, EMS are provided by an … in recent years. In 2019, the state (including New York City) had over 40,000 active EMS workers. By 2022, there were …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/03/dinapoli-more-state-involvement-needed-address-local-emergency-medical-services-challengesComptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… County) District officials did not seek competition for professional services from three of the 10 professional … paid five former administrators a total of $24,989 for accrued unused vacation leave upon separation from the … their individual employment agreements did not provide for such payments. In addition, auditors found that officials …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/03/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-1DiNapoli: Some NYC Schools Failing to Report Violent, Disruptive Incidents
… the shortcomings we’ve found.” DiNapoli’s audit examined 10 schools (two in each borough), several of which have … to SED. Unreported Incidents The audit checked the 10 schools' incident reports for the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 … a desk knocking him to the floor with the desk landing on top of him; At PS 83 in Manhattan, a student punched another …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/dinapoli-some-nyc-schools-failing-report-violent-disruptive-incidents