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DiNapoli Identifies Problems With Low-Cost Power Program
… (NYPA) made errors and overrode applicant scores when it distributed low-cost power to companies, according to an … efforts to monitor whether customers met job targets. It allowed 12 customers, who refused to provide payroll … expansion. Overall, NYPA has 910 megawatts (MW) of power it can allocate statewide for economic development. Fifty …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-identifies-problems-low-cost-power-programExamination of New York State Supplemental Program (SSP) Payments
The objective of these examinations is to determine the appropriateness of SSP payments made during the period October 2014 through March 2016.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/bse-2018-01-09.pdfOversight of Contract Expenditures of Palladia, Inc.
… most diverse programs for the prevention and treatment of alcohol and substance abuse. Its mission is to provide … that strengthen communities, schools, and families through alcohol and drug prevention treatment. In 2014, OASAS entered … contracted services. The expenses are reported by Palladia on its annual Consolidated Fiscal Reports and are subject to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/08/18/oversight-contract-expenditures-palladia-incSelected Payments for Special Items for the Period July 1, 2012 Through December 31, 2012 (Empire BlueCross and BlueShield)
… which includes coverage for inpatient and outpatient hospital services. Empire processes Plan claims for hospital services in accordance with agreements they negotiate with member hospitals. Payments for hospital services are generally based on standard fee …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/01/16/selected-payments-special-items-period-july-1-2012-through-december-31-2012-empireOversight of Persons Convicted of Driving While Intoxicated
… and maintain an ignition interlock device (IID) in any vehicle they own or operate. An IID connects to the vehicle’s ignition system and measures a driver’s Blood … and prevent the driver from starting the car. Once the vehicle is running, drivers will be prompted to blow into the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/07/29/oversight-persons-convicted-driving-while-intoxicatedWyandanch Union Free School District - Budget Review (B22-7-1)
The objective of the review was to provide an independent evaluation of the proposed budget for 2022-23.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/wyandanch-2022-b22-7-1.pdfTown of Berne – Audit Follow Up (2021M-77-F)
The purpose of our review was to assess the Town’s progress, as of October 2022, in implementing our recommendations in the audit report released in September 2021.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2023/pdf/berne-town-2021-77-f.pdfTown of Worth – Audit Follow-Up Letter (2014M-323-F)
The purpose of our review was to assess the Town’s progress, as of February 2020, in implementing our recommendations in the audit report released in February 2015.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/worth-follow-up-2014-323-f.pdfCity of Elmira – Audit Follow Up (2017M-90-F)
The purpose of our review was to assess the City’s progress, as of May 2020, in implementing our recommendations in the audit report released in August 2017.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2020/pdf/elmira-2017-90-f.pdfTown of Carroll - Audit Follow Up (2013M-221F)
The purpose of our review was to assess the Town’s progress, as of October 2019, in implementing our recommendations in the audit report released in March 2014.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/pdf/carroll-follow-up-2013-221f.pdfTown of Otselic – Records and Reports and Conflict of Interest (2021M-36)
Determine whether the Town of Otselic (Town) Town Supervisor (Supervisor) maintained complete, accurate and timely financial records and reports. Determine whether the Town Board (Board) ensured that Town officials did not have prohibited interests in Town contracts.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/otselic-2021-36.pdfInstitute of Technology at Utica/Rome - Selected Employee Travel Expenses (2012-S-146)
We recently audited the travel expenses of one employee of the Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome (SUNY IT).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2012-12s146.pdfSelected Employee Travel Expenses Report (2012-S-135)
We audited the travel expenses of 13 employees of the State University of New York at Buffalo (University).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2012-12s135.pdfCity of Poughkeepsie – Budget Review (B6-17-1)
… Purpose of Budget Review The purpose of our budget review was to determine whether the significant … the 2017 fiscal year are reasonable. Background The City of Poughkeepsie, located in Dutchess County, has had a … City of Poughkeepsie Budget Review B6171 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2017/02/09/city-poughkeepsie-budget-review-b6-17-1Appointment of Claims Auditor – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… plays an important role in deciding whether or not the appointment of a claims auditing official would be beneficial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/appointment-claims-auditorHousing Trust Fund Corporation – Internal Controls Over and Maximization of Federal Funding for Various Section 8 Housing Programs and the COVID Rent Relief Program
… Contract Administration Program (PBCA), and the COVID Rent Relief Program (COVID RRP) to ensure they meet requirements; and whether HCR … and the PBCA across the State. HCR also administered the COVID RRP, which was established by the State as part of the … Contract Administration Program PBCA and the COVID Rent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/03/16/housing-trust-fund-corporation-internal-controls-over-and-maximization-federal-fundingComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Felony Conviction of Woman Who Stole over $290,000 in Deceased Mother's Benefits from the Buffalo Firemen's Pension Fund
… pension fraud." According to the investigators, Lola Martin, the mother of defendant Pearlann MacVittie, was the widow of Buffalo fireman William J. Martin. After her husband's death, Lola Martin was eligible for his Firemen's Pension Fund benefit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/04/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-felony-conviction-woman-who-stole-over-290000Town of Highlands – Receiver of Taxes and Assessments (2021M-120)
Determine whether the Town of Highlands (Town) Receiver of Taxes and Assessments (Receiver) properly billed, collected, and disbursed taxes, fees and penalties.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/highlands-2021-120.pdfTown of Waterloo – Financial Management (2022M-7)
Determine whether the Town of Waterloo (Town) Board and Town Supervisor (Supervisor) ensured the Town had adequate financial records and reports to effectively manage Town finances.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/waterloo-2022-7.pdfOffice of Inspector General: Complaint Form
Use this form to report allegations of corruption, fraud, criminal activity, conflicts of interest or abuse within the Office and within the NYS Common Retirement Fund.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/common-retirement-fund/resources/pdf/inspector-general-complaint-form.pdf