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Fiscal Stress Monitoring System: Municipalities in Stress Fiscal Years Ending 2018
The Fiscal Stress Monitoring System and resulting fiscal stress designations rely on data from annual financial reports submitted by local governments.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/fiscal-monitoring/pdf/2018-munis-stressed.pdfState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced his … and local funds. For additional background or a comment on a specific audit, please contact Brian Butry at … past several years, while at the same time real property taxes were raised to the maximum allowable by the property …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0Opinion 89-55
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … however, to confer upon the chief of police the power to award promotions. While the Town Law does not authorize the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-55State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today the … Prescriber (2013-S-4) Based on a statistical projection, auditors determined DOH overpaid Joia $1,485,121 for improper … Conservation Oversight of Health and Safety Regulations at Public Pools, Beaches, and Spray Grounds (2016-S-55) All …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: Improved Planning Needed for New York To Achieve Its Clean Energy Goals
… The Public Service Commission (PSC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority … or electric cooling and heating. PSC also did not fully account for other potential risks, and did not consider …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-improved-planning-needed-new-york-achieve-its-clean-energy-goalsLong-Term Care Ombudsman Program
… establish an Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. In New York, this office (hereafter referred to as the … for both older adults and persons with disabilities who live in LTC facilities, such as nursing homes, assisted … Use the resulting information to develop and implement strategies to improve access to ombudsman services. … To …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/10/03/long-term-care-ombudsman-programOpinion 93-23
… (chair of planning board who performs work for town and private parties) -- Interest in Contract (chair of … in contract with town for electrical services) ZONING AND PLANNING -- Planning Boards (electrical contractor as … on a case-by-case basis by examining the chair's powers and duties in connection with the specific contract. Even if …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-23Opinion 94-28
… on the issues discussed in the opinion. COUNTIES -- Powers and Duties (authority to pay expenses associated with advance … proposed district or extension) SEWER DISTRICTS -- Powers and Duties (duty to reimburse county general fund for costs … authorize the preparation of surveys, preliminary plans and detailed plans, specifications and estimates necessary …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-28Service Credit for Tiers 2 through 6
… A Message from Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli When you retire, the … for public employment before you became a NYSLRS member or for military service. This booklet describes the types of … Generally, these mandatory contributions are deducted from your pay and sent to us by your employer. If there is a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/service-credit-tiers-2-through-6DiNapoli: Audit Shows Mixed Results on School Districts' Compliance With Physical Education Rules
… District (Rockland), Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District (Erie), Plattsburgh City School District … District (Albany, Schenectady) and South Huntington Union Free School District (Suffolk). Auditors reviewed the … plan with SED, as required. The final report can be found online at: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-audit-shows-mixed-results-school-districts-compliance-physical-education-rulesNew Funding Needed for MTA Improvements to Prevent Unplanned Fare and Toll Hikes
… subway maintenance will be funded after state and City funds are exhausted. After the completion of Phase 1, … would be funded. The MTA is contributing 43 percent of the funds for the 2015-2019 capital program, a much larger share … capital program, but there is uncertainty regarding these funds. For example, the President has proposed eliminating …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/new-funding-needed-mta-improvements-prevent-unplanned-fare-and-toll-hikesDiNapoli: Former West Carthage Housing Authority Executive Director and Mother Pled Guilty for Over $48,000 Theft
… Steven G. James said, “The individuals charged in this case stole funds from unsuspecting citizens, using the money … people in need. I commend everyone who worked on this case – our members and all our partners – who have now …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-former-west-carthage-housing-authority-executive-director-and-mother-pled-guilty-over-48000Opinion 90-31
… subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. PUBLIC MEETINGS AND HEARINGS -- Voting … to allow act by majority of quorum) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §353-a; GENERAL CONSTRUCTION LAW, §41; MUNICIPAL HOME …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-31Opinion 88-71
… charges arising from the nonpayment of water rents. You indicate that the city's code provides for the imposition … number of residents from forms filed by property owners. You state that an owner of an apartment complex in the city … pay his water bill pending the resolution of the dispute. You inform us that the unpaid water rents have not yet been …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-71State Agencies Bulletin No. 938
… Description BDA Budget Director’s Approval OSC Position Management will update the positions for transactions … regarding Position Data may be emailed to the Position Management mailbox. Questions regarding Job Data and Job …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/938-new-reason-code-transactions-requiring-budget-directors-approval-bdaState Agencies Bulletin No. 2316
… and the resulting Memorandum of Agreements between the State of New York and all impacted unions and the Division of … earned during shifts that begin at or after 7:00 AM on 02/17/2025 and through 6:59 AM on 03/19/2025. For any … gross, and are subject to all employment and income taxes. Income taxes will be calculated using the employee’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2316-temporary-overtime-and-pre-shift-briefing-rate-eligible-employeesState Agencies Bulletin No. 2316.1
… and the resulting Memorandum of Agreements between the State of New York and all impacted unions and the Division of … earned during shifts that begin at or after 7:00 AM on 02/17/2025 and through 11:59 PM on 05/09/2025. For any … gross, and are subject to all employment and income taxes. Income taxes will be calculated using the employee’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/23161-temporary-overtime-and-pre-shift-briefing-rate-eligible-employeesDiNapoli: Town of Alexander Clerk Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Nearly $3,000 of Taxpayer Funds
… said, “The Genesee County District Attorney’s Office is committed to prosecute those who violate the public trust, … Centralized Arraignment Part. Her next court appearance is scheduled for August 13, 2024 in the Town of Alexander … the defendant are merely allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-town-alexander-clerk-arrested-allegedly-stealing-nearly-3000-taxpayer-fundsDiNapoli: Agriculture Report Reveals Economic Growth and Challenges Facing New York Farms
… breakdown of farming across upstate New York along with Long Island and New York City. The report includes an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-agriculture-report-reveals-economic-growth-and-challenges-facing-ny-farmsNYS Comptroller DiNapoli: Beware Text Message Scam Targeting Retirees
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today warned retirees … other communications that purport to come from the state’s retirement fund and the Office of the State Comptroller, … by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.ny.gov , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-beware-text-message-scam-targeting-retirees