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Implementation of Suicide Prevention Task Force Recommendations
… Objective To determine whether the Office of Mental Health (OMH) implemented the recommendations made by … barriers to health care. OMH’s mission is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a particular focus on … and private entities, including communities, hospitals, mental health providers, health care systems, and the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/12/16/implementation-suicide-prevention-task-force-recommendationsDeath Benefits
… beneficiary’s mailing address or phone number, submit a letter with your beneficiary’s name and the correct … the last four digits of your Social Security number on the letter, as well as your signature. You can attach the letter to our secure contact form or send it by mail to: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/retirees/death-benefitsOversight of Adult Care Facilities
… were 534 adult care facilities with 37,547 residents in New York State. The Department of Health (DOH) is responsible …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/07/09/oversight-adult-care-facilitiesDiNapoli: Hate Crimes Surged in New York Over the Last Five Years
… New York state has seen a surge in hate crimes over the last … data collection and annual reporting were mandated by New York’s Hates Crimes Act of 2000, according to a report by … New York state has seen a surge in hate crimes over the last …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-hate-crimes-surged-new-york-over-last-five-yearsOpinion 2002-9
… volunteer workers) VOLUNTEERS -- Use of (to assist at recycling center) STATE CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE VIII, §1; … in providing services in connection with the town's recycling program. The town may, however, in accordance with … services in connection with the operation of the town's recycling center and pay the individuals consideration for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-9Opinion 90-32
… of building for highway department purposes) -- Highway Garage (referendum requirements for construction of) STREETS AND HIGHWAYS -- Highway Garage (construction - need for referendum) -- Highway Supplies and Equipment (acquisition of land and construction of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-32DiNapoli: City of Kingston Is Addressing Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Needs While Maintaining Fiscal Stability
… innovative strategies and investments to promote economic growth and meet today’s challenges. It has embraced its role … “The city of Kingston is a vibrant cultural and economic hub of our region and we commend State Comptroller DiNapoli’s … labor movement is vital. Providing more Kingstonians with good union jobs will create a stronger and more resilient …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-city-kingston-addressing-infrastructure-and-affordable-housing-needs-while-maintainingOpinion 97-9
… village board members must recuse themselves in connection with a proposed zoning change, under consideration by the … officer or employee has an interest in any contract with his or her municipality if he or she receives a direct … is not prohibited, General Municipal Law, §803 requires, with certain exceptions, that the interest be disclosed in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-9DiNapoli Report Examines Troubling Child Poverty Trends
… high in some cities. “A staggering number of children live in poverty in New York,” DiNapoli said. “Research shows … report found: Nearly one in five New York children live in poverty. More than 2.7 million New Yorkers were … of The Children’s Agenda . “No child is born destined to live in poverty, and the fact that nearly one of every two …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-report-examines-troubling-child-poverty-trendsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… Saranac Central School District – Investment Program (Clinton County) District officials did not develop and manage … Saranac Central School District – Student State Aid (Clinton County) District officials did not properly claim … as of April 30, 2023, the district will not benefit from $28,832 in state aid that was not claimed. The district had …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-auditsIndependent Oversight: OSC's Contract Review Safeguards Public Funds
… benefits to agencies by increasing their leverage in negotiations with vendors who may otherwise attempt to take … were completed within 15 days or less. (See Figure 2.) These results clearly demonstrate that the Comptroller’s … 4.1 58.3% $117.1 Total 18,605 5.3 100.0% $173.4 FIGURE 2: Time to Complete OSC Contract Review for All Contracts in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/independent-oversight-osc-contract-review-safeguards-public-fundsThe Economic Impact of the Great Outdoors
… in economic activity in 2020 and supported over 241,000 jobs with $13.1 billion in compensation. While New York ranks … activity in 2020 as well as supporting over 241,000 jobs with $13.1 billion in compensation. The jobs span numerous industry sectors, but 38.7 percent are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/economic-impact-great-outdoorsMember Contributions
… toward their retirement. Whether a member contributes, and how much, depends on their tier . However, exceptions may … is higher than you expected, this could be the reason. How Tier 6 Contribution Rates are Calculated A new Tier 6 … the Police and Fire Retirement System PFRS contribute and how much depends on their retirement system and tier …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/member-contributionsMohawk Valley Faces Challenges But Bright Spots Exist
… downtown districts are positive developments, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … firefighters and police, as well as those employed at the Mohawk Valley's four state correctional facilities. … in the region, up 7.6 percent since 2010. It includes jobs from major distribution centers in Fulton, Montgomery …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/mohawk-valley-faces-challenges-bright-spots-existState Agencies Bulletin No. 315
… record in more than one company. The NY New Rate Indicator Flag check box is checked only if the employee is enrolled in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/315-changes-processing-suspense-period-and-7-year-period-tiaacref-membersTransferring or Terminating Your Membership
… without paying your mandatory contributions in full, your pension benefit will be permanently reduced. (Return to Top) … title. This includes police and fire plans requiring 20 or 25 years of service. Although the transferred service … annually. However, interest on your contributions ends after seven years of inactivity. If You Leave Public …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/transferring-or-terminating-your-membershipOpinion 2000-22
… service) -- Legal Services (contract with town attorney's law firm); (town attorney or town attorney's law firm representing clients before town agencies) GENERAL … in a pre-existing contract between the town and his or her law firm. The attorney, however, would be required to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-22Opinion 2000-10
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was … Corporation loan) REAL PROPERTY -- Sale (use of proceeds by county when property sold was funded with county debt and … Our opinion regarding the financial implications of a sale by a county of its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-10State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… fiscal year AFRs and the last filed AFR, for fiscal year 2019, was filed 122 days late. Steuben County – Financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0Opinion 2010-4
… in the opinion. AMBULANCE SERVICE -- Contracts (by fire district for "back up" services with private ambulance company) -- Fees (imposition of by fire districts for "back up" services provided under contract with private ambulance company) -- Fire Districts (contracts for "back up" services with private …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2010-4