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DiNapoli: Local Government Debt Levels Off
… New York’s local governments had $43.6 billion in total outstanding debt in 2018, … debt. Worcester Central School District in Otsego County had the highest debt per student at $57,410. Counties … next with $6.2 billion, or 14 percent. Nassau County had the highest debt of any local government, with $4.1 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/11/dinapoli-local-government-debt-levels-offDiNapoli: State Needs to Improve Compliance with Jonathan's Law
… for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is not ensuring parents and guardians are properly notified of … also found that programs under OPWDD supervision do not always provide records to parents or guardians when requested or are not providing them within 21 days of the request or the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/11/dinapoli-state-needs-improve-compliance-jonathans-lawUCPA of Cayuga County d.b.a. E. John Gavras Center – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… The Gavras Center is authorized by SED to provide Preschool Integrated Special Class (over 2.5 hours per day) and Preschool Integrated Special Class (2.5 hours per day) … of this report, these programs are referred to as the SED preschool cost-based programs. The Gavras Center also …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/08/05/ucpa-cayuga-county-dba-e-john-gavras-center-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualSelected Aspects of Toll Collections
… issues are addressed. The audit covered the period January 2019 to October 2023. About the Program The New York State … There are an additional five segments: Niagara Section, Berkshire Section, New England Section, Garden State Parkway … issues such as fees for late payments. Our prior audit report, Selected Aspects of Toll Collections ( 2022-S-15 ), …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/09/23/selected-aspects-toll-collectionsSmall Wonder Preschool, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… Objective To determine whether the costs reported by Small Wonder Preschool, Inc. (Small Wonder) on its Consolidated Fiscal Reports (CFRs) were … The audit focused primarily on expenses claimed on Small Wonder’s CFR for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021 … To determine whether the costs reported by Small Wonder Preschool Inc on its Consolidated Fiscal Reports …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/09/05/small-wonder-preschool-inc-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualTransforming the Procurement Function
… whether the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) took action to comply with the MTA Board-approved Transformation Plan, resulting in improved … January 2017 through August 2023. About the Program The MTA comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/12/26/transforming-procurement-functionSelected Management and Operations Practices – BuildSmart NY/Executive Order 88 (Follow-Up)
… and Operations Practices – BuildSmart NY/Executive Order 88 (Report 2023-S-27 ). About the Program The New York … and operations at least once every 5 years. Executive Order (EO 88), issued on December 28, 2012, mandated a 20% … from the baseline of State Fiscal Year 2014–15. Executive Order 22 (EO 22) was issued in September 2022 and further …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/12/31/selected-management-and-operations-practices-buildsmart-nyexecutive-order-88-followCharles R. Drew Early Childhood Center, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… claimed in the incorrect CFR reporting period ($1,637), food for staff ($813), and raffle tickets and flower …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2026/01/28/charles-r-drew-early-childhood-center-inc-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualContributions – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… taxes. Example , for a Tier 5 member currently paying 3%, who makes $50,000 per year: Contribution rate after electing new … Tier 2 and 3 Members Covered Under Section 383-f Members who elect the Section 383-f plan will be required to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/383-e-383-f-plans/contributionsCost-Saving Ideas: Evaluate the Efficiency of Your Water Delivery System
… Establishing an effective water accounting system is a necessary first step in controlling water losses and reducing water system costs. The Federal Environmental Protection … CostSaving Ideas Evaluate the Efficiency of Your Water Delivery System …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-evaluate-efficiency-your-water-delivery-systemMonitoring the Green Innovation Grant Program
… of site visits made during the 50 to 75 percent completion window. Develop and implement a plan for post-construction …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/06/20/monitoring-green-innovation-grant-programSafety of Seized Dogs
… The Law requires that seized dogs be properly sheltered, fed, and watered and receive proper care for the redemption …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/04/16/safety-seized-dogsAim High Children’s Services – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… Purpose To determine whether the costs reported by Aim High Children’s Services (Aim High) on its Consolidated Fiscal Reports (CFRs) were properly … (Manual). The audit included the expenses claimed on Aim High’s CFRs for the three fiscal years ended June 30, 2014. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/11/22/aim-high-childrens-services-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualSelected Aspects of Travel Expenses
… Transportation Authority’s New York City Transit, MTA Bus Company, and MTA Bridges and Tunnels were necessary and properly … Background The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is a public benefit corporation providing transportation … Transportation Authoritys New York City Transit MTA Bus Company and MTA Bridges and Tunnels …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/05/18/selected-aspects-travel-expensesFinancial Condition and Outlook
… Science Center at Brooklyn (also known as SUNY Downstate Medical Center [or Downstate]) includes the College of … of the community and the strategic goals of Downstate Medical Center. Ensure that any decisions to acquire or … officials to periodically to review the financial status of the Hospital and recommend needed steps to improve …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/01/17/financial-condition-and-outlookHow to Obtain Your Personal Records Under the Personal Privacy Protection Law
… state how you would like to be contacted (e.g., phone, email, mail). Requests may be submitted to OSC in person, by US mail, or by email to: Privacy Officer Legal Services, 14th Floor Office … State Comptroller 110 State Street Albany, NY 12236-0001 Email: [email protected] Proof of Identity Proof of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/help/how-obtain-your-personal-records-under-personal-privacy-protection-lawPopulation Data, Resources and Publications
… and economic growth comes with challenges, such as traffic congestion and high property taxes. Mohawk Valley … is suburban, with greater development near the Hudson River, Metro-North railroad stations and major roadways into …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/resources/population-data-resources-and-publicationsOversight of Pupil Transportation Services (Follow-Up)
… District-owned buses, one third riding contracted buses, and the remaining third utilizing public transportation. The … facilities used by pupils; (b) establish training and safety technique requirements for school bus drivers and school bus safety training instructors and make rules and regulations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/06/22/oversight-pupil-transportation-services-followOversight of Building Construction Site Safety
… Objective To determine if the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) adequately monitors New York City (NYC) building construction sites to ensure … with applicable codes, laws, and rules for construction site safety. The audit covered the period from January 2018 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/09/01/oversight-building-construction-site-safetyBenefits Advisement Services for Individuals With Disabilities Seeking Employment
… addressed the findings and recommendation related to benefits advisement in the New York State Employment First … the Report recommended this be achieved was by improving benefits advisement services to assist all individuals with … web-based platform to provide accurate information and benefits calculators so individuals with disabilities could …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/07/20/benefits-advisement-services-individuals-disabilities-seeking-employment