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Legal Topics and Approvals
… 2010): A research paper discussing the legal requirements in connection with competitive bidding for procurements. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/resources/legal-topics-and-approvalsDiNapoli Releases August State Cash Report
… totaled $28.2 billion for the five months ended in August, $133 million above updated projections, primarily due … in business tax collections, according to the state cash report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. … influencing tax collections this year." Through the end of August, All Funds receipts totaled $60.8 billion, an increase …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-releases-august-state-cash-reportState Agencies Bulletin No. 1622
… An additional deferment is available to employees age 50 and over. These employees can defer up to $6,000 in addition … are not eligible to choose both the “Retirement Catch-Up” and the “50 and Over Catch-Up” in the same calendar year. Affected …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1622-deferred-compensation-maximum-contribution-limits-calendar-year-2018Caledonia Joint Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-350)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to assess the District’s … Background The Caledonia Joint Fire District is located in Livingston County, and is governed by a Board of Fire … audit which are not statutorily authorized for payment in advance of audit. The Board did not use the prescribed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/03/14/caledonia-joint-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operationsDelaware County – Third-Party Contractual Services (2014M-287)
… did not publically disclose potential financial interests in contracts prior to 2014. Key Recommendations Amend the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2015/03/06/delaware-county-third-party-contractual-services-2014m-287Wyandanch Union Free School District - Professional Services, Administrative Expenses and Fuel Inventory (2018M-24)
… officials used competitive methods to procure professional services. Expenses for conferences attended by Board of Education (Board) members and cell phones were supported and necessary. District … and when competitive methods will be used for professional services. Ensure that expenses for Board conference travel …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/08/17/wyandanch-union-free-school-district-professional-services-administrativeBrewster-Southeast Joint Fire District - Recordkeeping and Procurement (2018M-86)
… Key Findings Accounting records were not accurate as of December 31, 2017. Cash accounts were incorrectly recorded, the operating bank account balance was understated by more … the capital reserve balance was overstated by $200,790. In addition, all 45 general ledger accounts did not comply …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2018/08/03/brewster-southeast-joint-fire-district-recordkeeping-and-procurement-2018mCity of Albany Industrial Development Agency - Project Approval and Monitoring (2018M-65)
… [read complete report - pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether: The Board of … Thirteen of the 15 projects met or exceeded their job creation and/or retention goals. These 13 projects had … that are carried forward to agreements. Monitor goals and document project performance and action taken. CAIDA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2018/09/21/city-albany-industrial-development-agency-project-approval-and-monitoring-2018m-65State Agencies Bulletin No. 1104
… pay are included on the master file. The direct deposit detail was added to assist agencies who may use this data in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1104-changes-nhrp501-master-file-include-direct-deposit-dataTown of Tonawanda – Recreation Fees (2017M-133)
… 18, 2017. Background The Town of Tonawanda is located in Erie County and has a population of approximately 74,000. … properly accounted for, recorded accurately or deposited in a timely fashion. The Board did not ensure that an annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2017/11/22/town-tonawanda-recreation-fees-2017m-133Village of Port Chester – Payroll (2017M-115)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the accuracy of payroll payments for the period June 1, 2015 through … Village of Port Chester Payroll 2017M115 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2017/10/13/village-port-chester-payroll-2017m-115Provisions for an Accidental Death Benefit – World Trade Center Presumption
… for World Trade Center Notice (RS6047-N) by September 11, 2026; You retired under a service or disability retirement; …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/world-trade-center/provisions-accidental-death-benefitTown of Shandaken – Employee Compensation and Benefits (2017M-289)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether Town officials … 1, 2016 through October 31, 2017. Background The Town of Shandaken is located in Ulster County. The Town is … paid for employee benefits are accurate and seek recovery of inappropriate payments. Periodically review accrued leave …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2018/04/13/town-shandaken-employee-compensation-and-benefits-2017m-289Center Moriches Union Free School District – Medicaid Reimbursements (2017M-174)
… The Center Moriches Union Free School District is located in the Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County. The District, … million. Key Findings The District did not claim $117,670 in costs for individual education plan (IEP)-related services …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2017/12/22/center-moriches-union-free-school-district-medicaid-reimbursements-2017mControls Over Cash Advance Accounts (Follow-Up)
… whether Parks needs their advance accounts and whether the money is properly accounted for and used for appropriate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/06/03/controls-over-cash-advance-accounts-followCity of Oswego – Community Development (2015M-108)
… The purpose of our audit was to examine selected City community development activities for the period January 1, … for 2015 are approximately $41 million. Key Findings The Community Development Department did not routinely obtain … two real properties to the Oswego City Revitalization Corporation (OCRC) but does not have the authority to make a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2015/11/20/city-oswego-community-development-2015m-108Retiring with an Outstanding Loan – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… Tier 2 and 3 (Article 11) Members If you retire with an outstanding loan, the annuity portion of your retirement … based on your age, your loan balance at retirement and the type of retirement (service or disability). The loan … would be. Tier 5 and 6 Members If you retire with an outstanding loan, your retirement benefit will be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/retiring-outstanding-loanOverview – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… right before retirement, but they can be anytime in your career. Your FAE can include, but is not limited to, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/final-average-earnings/overviewVested Retirement Benefit – En-Con Police Officers Plan
… benefit at the earliest possible date, file a retirement application within 90 days before you become eligible. If we receive your retirement application after you become eligible, your vested retirement will be effective on the date the application is received. Remember, it is up to you to file a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1822/vested-retirement-benefitMore About This Retirement Plan – New Career Plan
… in the Police and Fire Retirement System.) These benefits are provided by Sections 375-h and 375-i of the New York … of Yonkers who joined July 1, 2009 through January 8, 2010 are covered under Article 14. The information in this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1515/more-about-retirement-plan