Search
State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… today announced the following school district audits have been issued. Broadalbin-Perth Central School District – … the audit period. However, auditors determined they could have earned another $159,100 had officials used other … today announced the following school district audits have been issued …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-0DiNapoli: Tax Cap Set at 2% in 2023
… Property tax levy growth will again be capped at 2% for 2023 for local governments that operate on a … year (Jan. 1 through Dec. 31) had their levy growth capped at that amount. In accordance with state law, DiNapoli’s office calculated the inflation factor at 7.17% for those with a calendar fiscal year in 2023. This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-tax-cap-set-2-percent-2023DiNapoli: Number of New Yorkers Behind on Utility Bills Soared During Pandemic
… paying their utility bills,” DiNapoli said. “Failure to pay these bills may result in service shutoffs, which … consider mechanisms to help utility customers that cannot pay their bills.” DiNapoli’s report, includes: Arrears by state’s largest electric and gas utilities; Regional breakdown of residential …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-number-new-yorkers-behind-utility-bills-soared-during-pandemicSavings Programs: NY 529 and NY ABLE
… benefits that help pay for college or disability expenses: NY's 529 College Savings NY Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Comptroller … Education Services Corporation. He is also trustee of the NY ABLE program and oversees all of its assets. NY’s 529 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/savingsService Credit Purchase Payments – Legacy Reporting
NYSLRS employers report information about employees through Retirement Online including their earnings the number of days they worked and more
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/legacy-reporting/service-credit-purchase-paymentsNew York City Restaurant, Retail and Recreation Sectors Still Face Uphill Recovery
This report examines the damage the pandemic has inflicted on the RRR sectors, and considers the distribution of federal funds for businesses in the City, particularly for businesses in low- and moderate-income communities and in historically underutilized business zones.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-17-2022.pdfOpinion 92-48
… establish a mandatory reserve fund if the proceeds of the sale of the improvement are used to pay or provide for the … districts and school districts in connection with the cash sale of capital improvements financed by obligations which are outstanding at the time of the sale. Prior to the enactment of chapter 413 of the Laws of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-48DiNapoli: Monroe County Failed to Monitor Contractor Operating Golf Courses, Costing Taxpayers
… $300,000 for a substantial clubhouse project at one course, and to make $100,000 in other capital improvements … were in disrepair, a partially submerged golf cart in a course pond, and downed trees. Monroe County also failed to … report reconciling revenues and activities for each golf course. Instead, Tindale remitted payments to the county each …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-monroe-county-failed-monitor-contractor-operating-golf-courses-costing-taxpayersWhat is a Defined Benefit Plan?
… by many private employers. Perhaps the greatest benefit is that, once you meet the minimum age and service … Financial advisers recommend employees contribute at least 10 percent of their gross earnings to their defined … may pay a set amount; or they may “match” all or part of what an employee contributes. Investments Contributions from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/defined-benefit-planImplications for the Future – 2022 Financial Condition Report
… faced the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, its impact on the economy continued to be felt and was heightened by … funding for New York State. The State Relies Heavily on a Small Segment of Taxpayers New York State’s budget relies heavily on its Personal Income Tax (PIT), which produces almost 60 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2022-fcr/implications-futureMonitoring of Not-for-Profit Cemeteries for Fiscal Stability and Adequate Facility Maintenance
To determine if the Department of States Division of Cemeteries sufficiently monitors notforprofit cemetery corporations to ensure fiscal stability and adequate facility maintenance
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/07/11/monitoring-not-profit-cemeteries-fiscal-stability-and-adequate-facility-maintenanceFacilitated Programs to Assist Small Businesses
… the New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) provided available services under programs to small … period from July 2019 to November 2023. About the Program SBS' mission is to help “unlock economic potential and create … building thriving neighborhoods across the five boroughs.” SBS contracts with outside entities known as Industrial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2026/04/10/facilitated-programs-assist-small-businessesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… practices and ensure proper policies and procedures are in place to protect taxpayer dollars from waste, fraud and … school districts annually spend approximately $60 billion in federal, state and local funds. For additional background … risk of loss or misuse due to unauthorized access. In addition, BOCES officials have not implemented access …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-2State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… Free School District , Lyme Central School District , Red Creek Central School District , Sandy Creek Central School District , Sodus Central School District … 30, 2016, or nearly $979,000 over the legal limit. Red Creek Central School District – Financial Condition (Wayne …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsDiNapoli: Pre-K Special Education Schools Took $1.4 Million in Unallowed Expenses
… Aim High Children’s Services and the Hebrew Institute for the … the rules for receiving taxpayer reimbursements.” Both Aim High and the Hebrew Institute offer special education … in the excessive executive compensation disallowance). Aim High Children’s Services The not-for-profit Aim High served …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/dinapoli-pre-k-special-education-schools-took-14-million-unallowed-expensesDiNapoli Reaffirms Commitment to DEI Initiatives
… Fund (Fund), today announced various initiatives to address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues at … and problem-solving capabilities, and ultimately lead to improved shareholder value. Including people with … are critical drivers of business success. Failure to establish robust DEI policies and practices can result in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/03/dinapoli-reaffirms-commitment-dei-initiativesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… $8.3 million from four leases at the World Trade Center (WTC) during the period June 2014 through November 2019. This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Part C Claims (2023-S-13) Under Medicare Part C, private insurance companies administer Medicare benefits … and payment system to prevent incorrect payments. Homes and Community Renewal: Housing Trust Fund Corporation – … New York City Department of Parks & Recreation – Park Accessibility for People With Disabilities (Follow-Up) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: NYC's 2024 Budget Balanced, but Risks Loom
… pressures from this influx have grown beyond the city’s ability to manage without a comprehensive federal policy … budget shortfall in FY 2025 to reach $7.9 billion in FY 2027, with cumulative gaps for the three-year period adding … risks that could drive these gaps higher through FY 2027. Absent a recession, there is the potential for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-nycs-2024-budget-balanced-risks-loomDiNapoli: New York City's Budget Outlook Improves
… and planned cost savings benefited New York City’s budget outlook for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, but funding for … revenues and planned savings, but out-year budget gaps are still large and tough choices remain ahead to … immigration reform.” The city’s Preliminary FY 2025 budget and January Financial Plan enabled the city to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-new-york-citys-budget-outlook-improves