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Opinion 98-1
… of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion may no longer represent those views … without competitive bidding, pursuant to the authority set forth in General Municipal Law, §99-r. For purposes of … general government services", as provided in section 99-r, then it is our opinion that the county may enter into the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-1DiNapoli Audit: MTA Transit Capital Projects Plagued by Cost Overruns and Delays
… throughout the project pipeline that contributed to delays and higher costs, according to an audit released today by … in the MTA’s capital projects pipeline that led to delays and cost overruns,” DiNapoli said. “These are red flags that … fix. As the MTA strives to improve the system for riders and overhaul its operations, we hope it takes a close look at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/07/dinapoli-audit-mta-transit-capital-projects-plagued-cost-overruns-and-delaysHealth and Safety of Children in Foster Care
… Purpose To determine whether the New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS) … of the children placed in foster care. The audit covers New York City children who were in foster care during the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/03/09/health-and-safety-children-foster-careDiNapoli Report Highlights Regional Education Trends
… at 0.4 percent. The percentage of students eligible for free- or reduced-price lunch was 39 percent in 2014-15, and … the Mohawk Valley with 53 percent of students eligible for free- or reduced-price lunches and 26 percent of students … in poverty. Long Island had the fewest students receiving free- or reduced-price lunches at 26 percent and only 8 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/02/dinapoli-report-highlights-regional-education-trendsUse of Electronic Benefit Cards at Prohibited Locations
… to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on the implementation of policies and practices related to … data analysis testing of monthly transactions, focusing on repeated violations at the same potentially prohibited … all legal requirements. However, our recommendations focus on practical and efficient steps the Office can take to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/07/10/use-electronic-benefit-cards-prohibited-locationsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Authority (MTA): New York City Transit: Operational Training and Medical Assessments of Train Crews (2016-S-26) … not in compliance with the requirements of the Induction Training curriculum established for its train crews. This … failing grades and/or tests and quizzes missing from their training files. Auditors also found: train operators and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli Examines Faltering LinkNYC Program
… to hold accountable the developers of the city’s ambitious program to expand access to high-speed internet, known as LinkNYC, prevented the program from achieving its goals of bridging the digital … neighborhoods need broadband connection, but the LinkNYC program has not succeeded largely because the city has not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-examines-faltering-linknyc-programUnified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-341
… Salary Increases for Judges, Justices, and New York City Court Clerks of the UCS. Affected Employees: Judges, Justices … less than the minimum annual compensation received by a justice of the New York State Supreme Court elected from the … York City Court Clerks of the UCS in BU 86 whose Comp Rate Code is LEG with a Payroll Status of Active or Leave with Pay …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-341-april-2024-salary-increase-judges-justices-and-new-york-cityDiNapoli: NYC Finances Continue To Benefit From Better Than Projected Revenue but Spending Pressures Remain
… additional risks, DiNapoli projects that the city may face budget gaps of nearly $2.3 billion in FY 2025, $8.5 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-nyc-finances-continue-benefit-better-projected-revenue-spending-pressures-remainComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… . Caledonia-Mumford Central School District – Online Banking (Genesee County) Although the district’s policy indicates that it has a written online banking agreement with its bank, district officials told us … the bank. They also did not adequately segregate online banking duties and did not dedicate a separate computer for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsOversight of the STEM Incentive Program
… the scope of our audit, recipients could attend any State University of New York or City University of New York two-year or four-year college or statutory colleges at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/11/28/oversight-stem-incentive-programState Agencies Bulletin No. 1688
… Uniform Maintenance Allowance provided the employee: Has a Payroll Status of Active, Leave With Pay or Leave of Absence … Basis Code of ANN, HRY or BIW (only if the employee has a Payroll Status of Leave With Pay with an Action/Reason code … criteria but is on an authorized leave of absence with a Payroll Status of Leave of Absence (except with an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1688-2018-uniform-maintenance-allowance-employees-division-military-andAvailable Pension Payment Options – State Police Plan
… This option provides the maximum benefit payment to you each month for the rest of your life. Under this … is soon after retiring), no pension payments will be paid to any beneficiary. Cash Refund — Contributions (Available … on deposit) This option will provide you with a reduced monthly benefit for your lifetime. When you die, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1518/available-pension-payment-optionsState Agencies Bulletin No. 1609
… Purpose To provide agency instructions for processing the 2017 CSEA … provide for a Uniform Maintenance Allowance. Effective Date(s) The 2017 CSEA DMNA Uniform Maintenance Allowance may … Employees in Bargaining Unit 47 on 10/01/17 are eligible to receive the 2017 CSEA DMNA Uniform Maintenance Allowance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1609-2017-uniform-maintenance-allowance-employees-division-military-andState Agencies Bulletin No. 1503
… agencies that Position Pools and/or Chartfield Strings in PayServ may require updates for lapsing Affected Employees … See attachment: September 2016 Lapsing Chartfield Strings in PayServ Agency Actions Agencies must ensure that any … must to contact their Appropriation Section Representative in OSC’s Bureau of State Accounting Operations to have this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1503-updating-payserv-chartfield-strings-september-lapsing-eventsComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… today announced the following local government audits have been issued. Village of Canastota – Board Oversight … an exemption credit totaling $2,168 in assessed value on one property because the exemption amount was incorrectly … ranging from $11,100 to $59,700, and are projected to have operating deficits in 2018. Four water districts also …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsAvailable Pension Payment Options – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… the maximum benefit payment to you each month for the rest of your life. Under this selection, all payments cease upon … you with a reduced monthly benefit for your lifetime. When you die, the unpaid balance of your accumulated annuity … Pension Payment Options If the options described here do not meet your needs, we will consider written requests for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/available-pension-payment-optionsDiNapoli and Schneiderman Announce Guilty Plea in $110,000 Health Contract Theft
… that Mr. Dunkel has been brought to justice and the stolen funds will be returned. We continue to send this … off taxpayers,” said Attorney General Schneiderman. “My office has aggressively prosecuted over 50 individuals in … on Oct. 31, and is expected to receive 30 days in jail, five years probation, and up to 100 hours of community …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/dinapoli-and-schneiderman-announce-guilty-plea-110000-health-contract-theftDiNapoli: CDTA Overtime Expenses and Ridership Growing
… 20 percent of the authority’s total employee compensation in the 2015 fiscal year, more than twice the proportion of … regional transit agencies, amid steady ridership growth in recent years, according to a report released today by … and educational institutions,” DiNapoli said. “After a dip in 2010, the authority’s total ridership has been increasing. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-cdta-overtime-expenses-and-ridership-growingComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… board did not routinely audit and approve claims prior to payment. Instead, claims were audited and approved for payment by the director, who also signed the disbursement …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits