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What is the Real Property Tax Cap?
… stay within the Tax Cap. Local government boards must pass a local law or resolution by at least a 60 percent vote to override the Tax Cap. Voters in school districts can override the cap with a 60% vote. The Office of the New York State Comptroller has …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/property-tax-cap/what-real-property-tax-capLife Changes: Membership in a Nutshell
Understanding the benefits you are entitled to receive as a NYSLRS member is important step in planning your future.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/retirement/publications/pdf/1878-membership-in-a-nutshell.pdfTown of Homer – Conflict of Interest (2022M-148)
… and owner of a welding company which provided repair work to the Town, totaling $8,571, during our audit period. As … in the welding company’s contracts with the Town pursuant to New York State General Municipal Law Article 18. We also … procurement policy by obtaining two verbal quotes prior to awarding contracts to the Board member’s company. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2022/12/23/town-homer-conflict-interest-2022m-148See if any of NY's $12.5 Billion in Unclaimed Funds is Yours at Upcoming Statewide Events
… Lexington School for the Deaf & Center for the Deaf 30th Avenue & 75th Street Jackson Heights, New York Queens …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/see-if-any-nys-125-billion-unclaimed-funds-yours-upcoming-statewide-eventsTompkins County Industrial Development Agency – Project Approval and Monitoring (2021M-143)
… County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) Board of Directors (Board) evaluated projects prior to approval and subsequently monitored the performance of businesses that received financial benefits. Key Findings … is accurate. The Board did not ensure payments in lieu of taxes (PILOTs) were billed and paid in accordance with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2021/12/17/tompkins-county-industrial-development-agency-project-approval-and-monitoring2022 Year in Review
The Office of the New York State Comptroller is proud of our 2022 achievements and continued dedication to serving New Yorkers statewide.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/2022-year-in-review.pdfThe Continued Decline in Affordable Housing in New York City - June 2013
This report is the third issued by the Office of the State Comptroller since 2009 concerning affordable housing in New York City.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-3-2014.pdfDiNapoli: 33.55 Percent Annual Investment Return for New York State Pension Fund Is Largest in Its History
… state pension fund rode the market rebound from the depths of the pandemic and enjoyed the largest one-year investment … outsized return reinforces the Fund’s position as one of the strongest in the nation, but it comes with a caution. … The Fund's value reflects retirement and death benefits of $13.66 billion paid out during the fiscal year. Employer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/dinapoli-33-point-55-percent-annual-investment-return-new-york-state-pension-fund-largest-its-historyThe Economic Impact of Higher Education in New York State, October 2010
In New York State, higher education is a major industry.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/special-topics/pdf/education-economic-impact-2010.pdfDomestic Violence: Recent Trends in New York
Introduction October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to recognize and give voice to domestic violence victims.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/domestic-violence-recent-trends-10-23.pdfDiNapoli: Troy's Proposed Bond Financing for Its Lead Pipe Replacement Program Is Lawful and Constitutional
… State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) under a federal program to help fund its replacement of public and … through the Environmental Facilities Corporation and the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Act. In 2023, during the … work begin immediately. The bipartisan commitment state, federal, and municipal representatives have made to solving …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-troys-proposed-bond-financing-its-lead-pipe-replacement-program-lawful-and-constitutionalHealth, Safety, and Accessibility in District 75 Schools (2019-N-7)
To determine whether the New York City (NYC) Department of Education (DOE) is providing a safe and healthy environment that is Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant for students attending District 75 schools.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-19n7.pdfState Police Bulletin No. SP-262
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an … for payroll checks dated January 14, 2026. OSC Actions: At the request of the NYSPIA, OSC will automatically increase the current dues … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-police/sp-262-new-york-state-police-investigators-association-nyspia-dues-increaseCUNY Bulletin No. CU-859
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic dues increase for … represented by DC37, Local 983, in Bargaining Unit TM. Affected Employees: Employees represented by DC37, Local 983, in Bargaining Unit TM are affected. Background: Per the request from DC37, Local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-859-district-council-37-dc37-local-983-dues-increaseDivision of Housing and Community Renewal Bulletin No. DH-146
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic dues increase for employees represented by DC37, Local 1359, in Bargaining … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic dues increase for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/housing-and-community-renewal/dh-146-district-council-37-dc37-local-1359-dues-increaseCUNY Bulletin No. CU-858
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic dues increase for employees represented by DC37, Local 1087 in Bargaining … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic dues increase for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-858-district-council-37-dc37-local-1087-dues-increaseCompliance With the Enough is Enough Act (2017-S-38) 90-Day Response
To determine if the State Education Department and Division of State Police are complying with the requirements under the Enough is Enough Act.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2018-17s38-response.pdfState Agencies Bulletin No. 1805
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic Dues increase. Affected Employees Employees … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic Dues increase …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1805-new-york-state-correctional-officers-police-benevolent-association-0The Asian Community in New York State, February 2016
The Asian community is the fastest growing racial or ethnic group in New York State.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-9-2016.pdfLocal Government Debt Trends and Practices in New York State
Local government debt is necessary for the funding of expensive and long-lived capital infrastructure.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/local-government-debt-trends-practices-nys.pdf