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Overtime and Other Time and Attendance Matters Found in the Use of Certain Federal Funds
… site. An unannounced visit to the Tarrytown Station found one conductor was not at his assigned post when a train made a stop. Key Recommendations Monitor employees' time and … workers, and other Metro-North employees when trains stop at a station during ongoing track work. Other Related …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/01/24/overtime-and-other-time-and-attendance-matters-found-use-certain-federal-funds-0Response Planning for Unexpected Events
… Metro-North reassesses and revises its plans or procedures in response to actual unexpected events. This audit covered … its three main lines out of Grand Central Terminal in New York City and its departments include Operations and … event. The rail traffic controller records an entry in a log of all the events of the day in chronological order. Each …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/06/28/response-planning-unexpected-eventsDiNapoli Op Ed in Times Union
… The Times Union published an op ed by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli on the need for … is using AI responsibly, ethically and transparently. Times Union Op Ed Commentary: New York Needs Better … The Times Union published an op ed by New York State Comptroller …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-op-ed-times-unionSelected Safety and Security Equipment at Train Stations
… by the EEMD. These camera systems are located inside the station houses (shelter on station platform) and in the eastbound and westbound porticos … There are usually between two and four CCTV cameras in the station house and two in each portico, or about six to eight …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/04/12/selected-safety-and-security-equipment-train-stationsNew Customer-Focused Subway Metrics
… Objective To determine whether New York City Transit’s (Transit) new metrics provide customers with better information about … To determine whether New York City Transits Transit new metrics provide customers …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/17/new-customer-focused-subway-metricsXIII.4.A Employee Travel Card Reconciliation – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… Reconciling travel card charges and out-of-pocket expenses is an integral part of creating and submitting travel expense … amount resulting from the creation of an expense report is paid back by the employee. When employees review and … report date in which the Due to State was created. It is important for Agencies to communicate with employees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii4a-employee-travel-card-reconciliationState Contract and Payment Actions in January
… of Civil Service $18.7 billion with Caremark PCS Health, LLC for pharmacy benefits for state employees. State … $9.9 million to New York City for citywide bicycle network development. $3.9 million with Slate Hill … for the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) Mental Health & Substance Abuse Program. Empire State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/02/state-contract-and-payment-actions-januaryOil Train Safety Letter
Request to USDOT and Federal Railroad Administration for additional measures for oil train safety.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/press/pdf/foxx-usdot-oil-train-safety-letter.pdfDiNapoli: MTA Needs to Refocus Attention on Overdue Upgrades and Preparations for Extreme Weather
… needs assessment shows many capital needs are overdue for attention, according to Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli’s … all aspects of our regional transit system.” To prepare for the release of its five-year capital programs, the MTA … assessment detailing long-term infrastructure priorities for maintaining and improving its system. The last …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/dinapoli-mta-needs-refocus-attention-overdue-upgrades-and-preparations-extreme-weatherUtilization of the Arch Street Yard and Shop Facility (Follow-Up)
… a new yard and shop facility at Arch Street in Long Island City, adjacent to the No. 7 line Hunters Point Ave. … to provide inspections, maintenance, and cleaning for Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) trains that operate into Grand … to operate the Facility for the installation of Positive Train Control on MNR trains. MNR used the Facility from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/28/utilization-arch-street-yard-and-shop-facility-followTrain On-Time Performance (Follow-up) (2017-F-8) 30-Day Response
To determine the extent of implementation of the two recommendations included in our initial report, Train On-Time Performance (2014-S-56).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2017-17f8-response.pdfOnline and Computer-Aided Training – Travel and Conference Expense Management
… may find that it is necessary or cost-advantageous to use online trainings 13 (e.g., webinars and tutorials) and other self-study packages to meet the training needs and requirements of their staff. … online training methods can be a convenient and economical way to train staff and will allow local governments and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/travel-conference-expense/online-and-computer-aided-trainingOversight of School Safety Planning Requirements (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial audit … School Safety Planning Requirements ( 2018-S-34 ). About the Program In New York, schools are required to develop and … To determine the extent of implementation of the five recommendations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/01/13/oversight-school-safety-planning-requirements-followDiNapoli: NYC Office Building Market Values Rise Amid Shift in Demand for Space
… Office buildings in New York City remain a critical contributor to its economy … and tax base, as market values reached nearly $205 billion in fiscal year (FY) 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, according to a report … Office buildings in New York City remain a critical contributor to its economy …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-nyc-office-building-market-values-rise-amid-shift-demand-spaceTravel Advisory No. 3
… their official station and their home, they are considered in travel status and are eligible for reimbursement of travel … accordance with this Travel Manual. Unused Common Carrier Tickets In the event that an employee purchases common … report with the rental car vendor. Reference: To view all updated information, please see the OSC Travel Manual . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/travel-advisory/3-travel-manual-updateDiNapoli: NYC Transit Must Ensure Cameras and Security Equipment Are Maintained and in Working Order
… The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s New York City Transit (Transit) needs to do a better job of … report. Audit Metropolitan Transportation Authority - New York City Transit: Selected Aspects of Safety and … The Metropolitan Transportation Authoritys New York City Transit Transit needs to do a better job of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-nyc-transit-must-ensure-cameras-and-security-equipment-are-maintained-and-working-orderDiNapoli: Metro North and LIRR Lax in Monitoring Overtime Paid For With Federal Stimulus Funds
… conductors to charge overtime for tasks such as washing up for work, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli … System, did not have a requirement for conductors to sign out manually, so there was not an accurate record of … that Metro-North: Require conductors to electronically sign in and out; Monitor time and attendance records; …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/dinapoli-metro-north-and-lirr-lax-monitoring-overtime-paid-federal-stimulus-fundsState Contract and Payment Actions in May
… Federation of NY for Farmers Market Nutrition Program check processing services. Office of Alcoholism and Substance … $3 million with Sage Engineering Associates LLP for replacement of underground water lines at various … $115.2 million with Halmar International LLC for bridge replacement and flood mitigation at various locations in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/06/state-contract-and-payment-actions-mayState Contract and Payment Actions in June
… services. $2.3 million with Lexington Vocational Services Center, Inc. for a communication skills program. Department … Envirotrac, Ltd. for remedial construction work in Nassau County. $1.9 million with Dattner Family Associates, L.P. to … Inc. to replace and repair multiple bridges on Route 9W in Orange County. $14.2 million with Defoe Corporation to repair …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/07/state-contract-and-payment-actions-juneEnforcement of Article 19-A of the Vehicle and Traffic Law (Follow-Up)
… report, Enforcement of Article 19-A of the Vehicle and Traffic Law ( 2018-S-7 ). About the Program In 1972, a tragic … legislation to amend the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law. The amendment, Article 19-A: Special … audit report Enforcement of Article 19A of the Vehicle and Traffic Law 2018S7 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/02/08/enforcement-article-19-vehicle-and-traffic-law-follow