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Controls Over Transportation Services and Transportation-Related Expenses
… significant agency expenses, and also affect the safety of persons in the care of the State. Outside New York City, … driver license interruptions or serious violations (e.g., speeding, disobeying traffic devices, driving while intoxicated). OPWDD could also …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/07/28/controls-over-transportation-services-and-transportation-related-expensesPatient Safety Center Activities and Handling of Revenues (Follow-Up)
… four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Patient Safety Center Activities and Handling of Revenues … to the Act’s amendments to the Public Health Law (PHL), a Patient Safety Center (PSC) was established within the … of Health (Department) for the purpose of maximizing patient safety, reducing medical errors, and improving …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/01/03/patient-safety-center-activities-and-handling-revenues-followDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Value $178.1 Billion
… markets during a volatile year. The Fund has an estimated value of $178.1 billion. “Despite weak equity markets, the … expected rate of return is 7 percent. The Fund’s value reflects $10.9 billion in benefits paid out during the … years 2014-2015 and 2015-2016. A graph showing the Fund’s value since 1993 is available here: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-value-1781-billionXI.7.A Revenue Contracts – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… a reasonable process has been followed to secure fair and reasonable contract terms. Typically, that process … a reasonable process for ensuring a competitive field, a fair and equal opportunity for offerors to submit responsive offers, and a balanced and fair method of award. Contract Prefix Revenue New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi7a-revenue-contractsChurchville-Chili Central School District – Procurement (2025M-18)
… projects (CIP) in accordance with statutory requirements and District policies? Audit Period July 1, 2022 – February … best interest. One method for ensuring that goods and services are acquired in a cost-effective manner is to … Municipal Law (GML), requests for proposals, or written and verbal quotes, a well-planned solicitation effort is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/06/20/churchville-chili-central-school-district-procurement-2025m-18Town of Hanover – Procurement (2025M-58)
… the use of professional judgment and/or a high degree of creativity. For example, professional services can include …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2025/09/26/town-hanover-procurement-2025m-58Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… and Markets: Food Safety Monitoring (2015-F-10) An audit report issued in January 2014 found the department was unable … the required inspection. In addition, the department’s staff of 82 inspectors was below recommended staffing … initial report, notified hospitals of the correct way to bill inpatient claims, and modified its contractor’s sampling …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsCost-Saving Ideas: How to Reduce Energy Costs
… website to learn more about OGS contracts and find out how to be included in future bids. You may also find cost … CostSaving Ideas How to Reduce Energy Costs …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-how-reduce-energy-costsDiNapoli: SUNY Downstate Paid Consultant's Questionable Hotel and Dining Tabs
… and a “team dinner” that included cocktails, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … then administration failed to act in the state’s best interest by eliminating certain cost controls over PMA … expenses, including a prohibition on reimbursement for alcohol. In addition, the then president charged his Bermuda …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-suny-downstate-paid-consultants-questionable-hotel-and-dining-tabsNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Calls on Wynn Resorts to Disclose All Political Spending
… Fund (Fund), is asking fellow investors in Wynn Resorts to vote their shares for the Fund's request that the company … Fund Fund is asking fellow investors in Wynn Resorts to vote their shares for the Funds request that the company …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-calls-wynn-resorts-disclose-all-political-spendingState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal … County) The board adopted a fund balance policy that does not address any factors that would affect the level of … and in the most prudent and economical manner. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-2Oversight of Drug Disposal
… To determine whether the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) programs and the programs it oversees collect and dispose of unneeded drugs using environmentally sound … To determine whether the Office of Addiction Services and Supports programs and the programs it oversees collect …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/05/15/oversight-drug-disposalDiNapoli: Federal Data Shows New York's Losses in Fourth Grade Math and Reading Scores Are Double National Average
… performance in New York. In response, he urged New York school districts to assess their plans for spending federal … government, with $14 billion from three rounds of the Elementary and Secondary School Relief Fund (ESSER) assistance. This aid was aimed at elementary and secondary schools and must be obligated by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-federal-data-shows-new-yorks-losses-fourth-grade-math-and-reading-scores-are-double-nationalEfforts to Collect Tolls and Fees Using License Plate Images and Law Firms (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the eight … included in our initial audit report, Efforts to Collect Tolls and Fees Using Images and Law Firms (Report … To determine the extent of implementation of the eight …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/10/07/efforts-collect-tolls-and-fees-using-license-plate-images-and-law-firms-followOpinion 88-4
… Powers and Duties (providing refreshments to trainees at foster parent training session) MUNICIPAL FUNDS -- … (in recognition of municipal service - refreshments to foster parent trainees) SOCIAL SERVICES LAW, §371; STATE … that appropriate refreshments served to trainees at a foster parent training session are incidental to the foster …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-4DiNapoli: Five Major Companies Adopt Pension Fund's Call for Transparency on Political Contributions
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced that five major companies in the New York … New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today announced that five major companies in the New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-five-major-companies-adopt-pension-funds-call-transparency-political-contributionsDiNapoli: Major Retailers Agree to Stronger Supplier Oversight
… proposals asking the companies to strengthen their supply chain accountability. “There’s a growing community of … one year ago to spur global action on these supply chain issues. We will continue to urge our companies to … suppliers. Similar to Dollar Tree, Dillard’s agreed with Comptroller DiNapoli’s request that it require its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/dinapoli-major-retailers-agree-stronger-supplier-oversightPandemic Planning and Care for Vulnerable Populations (Follow-Up)
… Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for individuals with intellectual and developmental … OPWDD is responsible for certifying and regulating all residential facilities and providing guidance and best … (ICF), which accounted for less than 1% of OPWDD’s residential clients. The remaining facilities, which …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/06/18/pandemic-planning-and-care-vulnerable-populations-followCost-Saving Ideas: Credit Card Accountability - Minimizing the Risk of Error, Misuse and Fraud
… a credit card policy and a system of internal controls in place. Review our best practices below as a reference for … Train credit card holders and have them acknowledge in writing that they understand their responsibilities. Issue cards in the names of the employees for better accountability. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-credit-card-accountability-minimizing-risk-error-misuse-and-fraudState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… did not provide oversight of company financial operations by performing even the limited oversight responsibilities … treasurer’s ability to perform his fiscal responsibilities by designating themselves as recipients and custodians of … approximately $804,000 should not have been approved by the claims auditor for payment. While auditors were able …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0