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Local Sales Tax Sharing in New York State
… Most counties in New York State share a portion of their local sales tax revenue with cities, towns, villages and, in a few instances, school districts within their borders. … Most counties in New York State share some portion of their local sales tax revenue with cities towns villages …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/local-sales-tax-sharing-new-york-stateDistribution of Utility Arrears in New York State
… sector jobs, resulting in the State’s largest unemployment rate increase since record keeping began in 1976. 1 While … small private gas companies. The PSC does not oversee PSEG rate cases and does not authorize cost recovery for this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/distribution-utility-arrears-new-york-stateDiNapoli: MTA Faces Worst Financial Crisis in History
… service by 50 percent. Fares and toll increases may rise beyond the 4 percent hikes already planned for March … $10 billion as allowed by the state, debt service could rise by $675 million annually starting in 2023, bringing it … with the revenue it would generate for suppliers and the construction industry – remain at risk with the plan halted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/dinapoli-mta-faces-worst-financial-crisis-historyDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew in 2025
… in New York state totaled $24.4 billion in calendar year 2025, an increase of 4.5%, or $1 billion, from 2024, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Growth in 2025 was higher than the 3.8% average annual growth rate from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/02/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-2025Selected State Agencies’ Roles in Financial Literacy (Follow-Up)
… initial audit report, Selected State Agencies’ Roles in Financial Literacy (Report 2020-S-53 ). About the Program In recent decades, financial literacy has emerged as a key education initiative … levels. As defined by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, financial literacy describes the skills, knowledge, and tools …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/10/23/selected-state-agencies-roles-financial-literacy-followHealth and Safety of Children in Foster Care
… them for the care provided to the children. Agency case planners (including case workers) are required to conduct … the agencies are required to complete Family Assessment Service Plans (FASPs) for each foster child. The New York … to complete and enter progress notes related to case planners' contact visits, and ensure that agencies are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/03/09/health-and-safety-children-foster-careHealth, Safety, and Accessibility in District 75 Schools
… with wheelchairs. District 75 schools and students lacking full or similar access to equipment, programs, and areas as … DOE general education school buildings to ensure they have full access to all programs, facilities, and equipment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/04/12/health-safety-and-accessibility-district-75-schoolsOversight of Mental Health Education in Schools (Follow-Up)
… in our initial audit report, Oversight of Mental Health Education in Schools (Report 2020-S-63 ). About the Program As the steward of New York State’s education program, the State Education Department (Department) is charged with the general … in our initial audit report Oversight of Mental Health Education in Schools …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/27/oversight-mental-health-education-schools-followDiNapoli Announces $15 Million Investment in Northern Ireland
… (Fund) is investing $15 million (£9 million) with Northern Ireland venture capital firm Crescent Capital. The allocation … estimated $30 million anticipated investment in Northern Ireland. “We’ve found a dynamic opportunity to provide the … a solid return on investment,” DiNapoli said. “Northern Ireland has the young, skilled workforce and the solid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/dinapoli-announces-15-million-investment-northern-irelandDiNapoli: New York May Be Paying Medicaid Premiums for People Living Out-of-State
… million), or the member’s eligibility was flagged to be closed but was not officially ended and premiums continued to … be paid ($65 million). Even when DOH and Local Districts closed the eligibility of members identified by the PARIS … in premium payments for members whose eligibility was closed or not properly closed, and recover the payments where …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/dinapoli-new-york-may-be-paying-medicaid-premiums-people-living-out-stateDiNapoli: Federal Aid, Increasing Tax Revenues and Savings Boost New York City's Surplus
… tax revenues, and planned savings, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli … fund revenue, in line with pre-pandemic levels. DiNapoli’s report notes that while the city’s current financial … to emerge during the plan period as well. DiNapoli’s report also found that the city anticipates $6.6 billion in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/03/dinapoli-federal-aid-increasing-tax-revenues-and-savings-boost-new-york-citys-surplusOversight of New York State Forest Tax Programs
… is adequately monitoring the 480 and 480a private forest programs to ensure forest land is appropriately enrolled and … that received tax exemptions under the 480 and 480a programs for the period January 2017 through December 2019 … enrolled, eligible, and benefiting from the 480a and 480 Programs; and that management plans are followed, adequate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/04/20/oversight-new-york-state-forest-tax-programsCUNY Bulletin No. CU-555
… instructions for processing the CUNY Rate Increases for Auto Mechanic and Machinist. Affected Employees CUNY employees in the titles of Auto Mechanic and Machinist Background The rate increases are … for retroactive raises for employees in the titles of Auto Mechanic (no employees), Auto Mechanic (CUNY) (five …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-555-cuny-rate-increases-auto-mechanic-and-machinistDiNapoli: Service Delivery Critical to Ensure New York City’s Continued Recovery
… impact of the pandemic on the city’s workforce, an online tool identifying key programs that face funding risks, and a … current fiscal year, overtime costs totaled $1 billion, up from $385 million in the same period last year. Police, … fiscal cliffs tool, which covers agencies that make up more than 90% of the city budget, shows the areas where …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/dinapoli-service-delivery-critical-ensure-new-york-citys-continued-recoveryDiNapoli: More Security Needed for Hazardous Materials at SUNY University Centers
… Two of the State University of New York’s (SUNY) flagship campuses, … "Weak oversight of hazardous materials could jeopardize the health and safety of students and campus communities. … campuses for both classroom and non-classroom purposes. The materials used include cadmium nitrate tetrahydrate, a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/dinapoli-more-security-needed-hazardous-materials-suny-university-centersNiskayuna Central School District – Financial Condition (2012M-218)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine the District’s financial … The Niskayuna Central School District is located in the Town of Niskayuna, in Schenectady County. The District is governed by the Board …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/03/01/niskayuna-central-school-district-financial-condition-2012m-218State Police Bulletin No. SP-204
… of the April 2020 Increase to State Police Expanded Duty Pay. Affected Employees Employees of the Division of … (PBA), provides for an increase to the annual Expanded Duty payment April 1, 2020. Effective Date(s) The April 2020 Increase to State Police Expanded Duty Pay will be processed in Administration Pay Period 1L, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-police/sp-204-april-2020-increase-state-police-expanded-duty-payTown of Chateaugay - Real Property Tax Exemption Administration (2018M-200)
… select real property tax exemptions. Key Findings Of the 224 granted exemptions that we reviewed totaling … eligibility and/or were incorrectly granted. One property owner did not meet the eligibility requirements to receive … building exemptions. As a result, the property owner incorrectly received $15,231 in tax reductions. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2019/05/17/town-chateaugay-real-property-tax-exemption-administration-2018m-200Oswego City School District – Financial Management and Nonresident Foster Student Tuition (2016M-224)
… District’s financial condition and nonresident tuition for foster students for the period July 1, 2014 through December … not have an effective process to identify all nonresident foster students receiving educational services and bill their … and communicate procedures to ensure that nonresident foster students are properly identified and that accurate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/09/16/oswego-city-school-district-financial-management-and-nonresident-fosterOpinion 2002-9
… organization); (contribution to private organizations) PUBLIC CONTRACTS -- Contracts Not Requiring Competitive … pursuant to its authority generally to accept gifts for public purposes (see, e.g., Town Law §64[8]), may accept a … (see, e.g., Teachers Association, Central High School District No. 3 v Board of Education, Central High …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-9