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DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for January 2014
… the playing field is level and taxpayers get the best value for their money. The independent audits ensure … and payments entered into by the state. This builds on his commitment to added transparency via his Open Book New … three contracts for $5.1 million with Essex County to buy and demolish property in eight communities damaged by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-payment-actions-january-2014Corporate Governance
… see the New York State Common Retirement Fund's 2026 Stewardship Priorities . Proxy Voting The Fund votes by … those of select non-U.S. companies. During the 2025 Proxy Season (calendar year 2025), the Fund cast 29,674 votes on … Guidelines . Voting is an important fiduciary obligation. 2026 Proxy Vote Announcements Company Meeting Date Vote …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund/corporate-governanceSnyder Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-365)
… approximately $9,000 for natural gas and $13,000 for electricity. We found that the Board was not soliciting … for either of these purchases. We reviewed natural gas and electricity bills from September 2012 through September 2013 and compared the rates the District paid with rates charged by a local energy …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/02/14/snyder-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operations-2013m-365Software Management (2015-MR-3)
… to the following community colleges: Corning Community College [pdf] , Finger Lakes Community College [pdf] and, Monroe Community College [pdf] . Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to assess software …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/community-college/2015/09/25/software-management-2015-mr-3DiNapoli: Independent Review Finds State Pension Fund Operates at Highest Ethical and Professional Standards
… An independent fiduciary and conflict of interest review of the $291.4 billion New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) recognized the Fund for its exemplary investment oversight, risk … Released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, the review concluded the Fund operates with the highest …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/01/dinapoli-independent-review-finds-state-pension-fund-operates-highest-ethical-and-professionalDiNapoli Expands State Pension Fund's In-State Investment Program
… an in-state-focused fund. The new fund will be managed by Hamilton Lane. Additional investors in the SBIC fund are TD … move to the next level,” said DiNapoli. “By working with Hamilton Lane, we’ve joined with five major banks to bridge … small businesses for working capital, equipment or real property. With its focus on small business lending, NYBDC can …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/dinapoli-expands-state-pension-funds-state-investment-programNYS Comptroller DiNapoli and Church of England Call on ExxonMobil to Set Targets for Lowering GHG Emissions
… have filed a shareholder resolution calling on ExxonMobil to set and disclose greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets, covering emissions from both its operations and the … such steps," DiNapoli said. "The world is transitioning to a lower carbon future and Exxon needs to demonstrate its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-and-church-england-call-exxonmobil-set-targets-lowering-ghg-emissionsDiNapoli: NY Pension Fund Reaches Climate Agreements With Five Portfolio Companies
… risks and/or set water quality and quantity targets, while Realty Income Corp., a real estate investment trust, agreed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-ny-pension-fund-reaches-climate-agreements-five-portfolio-companiesDiNapoli: New York Sends More Money to Washington Than It Gets Back
… New York sent an estimated $24.1 billion more in tax payments to Washington than it got back in federal spending in federal … today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. In 2017, New York was one of just 11 states that sent more to … New York sent an estimated $241 billion more in tax payments …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/10/dinapoli-new-york-sends-more-money-washington-it-gets-backMonitoring of Homeless Data
… of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) monitors data on the State’s homeless population to better understand the nature and scope of … to determine if OTDA’s programs are using all available data to best address the needs of those experiencing or at … of Temporary and Disability Assistance OTDA monitors data on the States homeless population to better understand …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/05/20/monitoring-homeless-dataPreston Fire District – Board Oversight (2025M-87)
… ensuring that annual financial reports (AFRs) are filed in a timely manner. The District’s budgeted appropriations … period, the District maintained a capital reserve fund in a savings account that offered 0.02 percent interest, and the average daily balance available for investment from this account was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2026/03/13/preston-fire-district-board-oversight-2025m-87Selected Aspects of Accommodations for Passengers With Disabilities
… airport (and terminal) operators to be responsible for implementing and maintaining boarding accessibility. … A May 2007 DOJ publication established best practices for state and local government website accessibility. Key … structurally doable, PABT should post signage with clear directions to the nearest station where access is available. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/07/29/selected-aspects-accommodations-passengers-disabilitiesDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Posts Strong 11.94% Annual Return, Closes at Record High of $295.4 Billion
… turbulence out of Washington,” DiNapoli said. “Under my watch, our diversified, disciplined investment strategy … the Fund’s long-term fiscal health. While annual returns can fluctuate with market conditions, the Fund continues to … assessment of how the Fund is being managed and where improvements could be made. Weaver’s review found: The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/05/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-posts-strong-11-point-94-percent-annual-return-closes-at-record-high-295-point-4-billionXI.3 Submission of Agency Purchase Orders – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… the process and documentation requirements for purchase order submittals subject to OSC approval. Purchase orders … the standard terms and conditions associated to a purchase order (see Purchase Order Standard Terms and Conditions for additional … the process and documentation requirements for purchase order submittals subject to OSC approval …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi3-overviewState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Year-End Accomplishments
… report on the Fund’s $1 billion In-State Private Equity Investment Program, which has invested $684 million in more … for Police and Fire Retirement System) because of strong investment returns. Paid out nearly $9.3 billion in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-year-end-accomplishmentsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… its own methods and did not always comply with DOT’s requirement for an annual interim inspection if the repairs … Department (SED): Preferred Source Contracting (2014-S-77) Although SED is responsible for monitoring the New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsCost-Saving Ideas: Establishing an Effective Fleet Management System
… purchasing used mid-sized vehicles or new compact models for use by departmental staff. The used vehicles were … new compact models, they had more options (such as power windows and locks) and a smoother ride than their newer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-establishing-effective-fleet-management-systemOpinion 2006-7
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time … If the town board determines that it would secure the best price obtainable or most beneficial terms for an unneeded … provider may take into account the service provider’s capital cost for the acquisition of vehicles. In this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2006-7Public-Private Partnerships Potentially a "Good Option" but Financial Risks for Taxpayers Must Be Addressed
… As New York state grapples with cost-effective solutions for its estimated $250 billion in infrastructure needs over … said. “The big question is, how are we going to pay for that? Public-private partnerships are a good option to … partnerships don’t come risk-free. It makes good sense for the state to look at public-private partnerships based on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2011/01/public-private-partnerships-potentially-good-option-financial-risks-taxpayers-must-be-addressedTown of Dover – Financial Activities (2013M-139)
… October 22, 2012. Background The Town of Dover is located in Dutchess County and has a population of approximately … financial activities and ensure that applicable laws and best practices are followed to help ensure that Town … monthly to compare bank balances to balances in their respective ledger or general ledger cash accounts. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/08/30/town-dover-financial-activities-2013m-139