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Village of Sinclairville – Water Operations (2014M-362)
… The purpose of our audit was to determine if the Village’s water system was operating effectively for the period June 1, … year, general fund appropriations totaled $399,464 and water fund appropriations totaled $80,788. Key Findings … officials did not periodically compare the amount of water produced with the amount billed and were unaware of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2015/04/24/village-sinclairville-water-operations-2014m-362Town of Stanford – Financial Condition (2013M-225)
… 31, 2013. Background The Town of Stanford is located in Dutchess County and has population of approximately 3,800. … At the end of 2010, the Town had $2.7 million in unexpended surplus fund balance, which was more than … the planned use of the unexpended surplus fund balance in a manner that benefits Town taxpayers and provides …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/11/15/town-stanford-financial-condition-2013m-225City of Fulton – Audit Follow-Up (2021M-184-F)
… were unable to readily determine the complete financial history and position of individual projects or determine the … with deficits totaling $95,177 that require additional funding. The audit included 12 recommendations to help City …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2025/12/24/city-fulton-audit-follow-2021m-184-fCity of Troy – Budget Review (B5-16-15)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our budget review was to determine whether the significant … the 2017 fiscal year are reasonable. Background The City of Troy, located in Rensselaer County, issued debt totaling … City of Troy Budget Review B51615 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2016/11/03/city-troy-budget-review-b5-16-15DiNapoli: Audits Find Certain IDAs Lack Job Creation Data
… is no formal process to compare current and projected jobs at the time of application to the reported number of jobs actually created and retained. Auditors found 31 companies that received loans only created half of the jobs they said they would create. Schenectady County IDA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/dinapoli-audits-find-certain-idas-lack-job-creation-dataSt. Lawrence County Industrial Development Agency and Local Development Corporation – Disbursements (2021M-174)
… ensured disbursements were properly authorized, supported and for valid purposes. Key Findings Although the tested … did not always ensure they were properly authorized and supported. Officials: Did not perform supervisory reviews of canceled check images and journal entries. Paid $300,000 during our audit period …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2022/01/21/st-lawrence-county-industrial-development-agency-and-local-development-corporationHeat and Hot Water Complaints
… To determine whether the New York City (NYC) Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) addresses heat and hot water complaints timely, issues notices of violation, and seeks the imposition and collection of penalties as appropriate. Our audit covered heat and hot …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/24/heat-and-hot-water-complaintsComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… P. DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of the Chatham Central School District , Cherry … District , Edmeston Central School District , Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District , Penfield Central School District . “In an era of limited resources and increased accountability, it’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsOpinion 96-21
… issues discussed in the opinion. IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS -- Beach Erosion Control Districts (increase or improvement of … destroyed or worn-out facilities or appurtenances by beach erosion control district) TOWN LAW, §§198(10-a), … the installation of a sand-filled geotube at a town-owned beach in a town beach erosion control district which was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-96-21Opinion 90-63
… (recognition dinner for volunteers); (holding party for senior citizens) MUNICIPAL FUNDS -- Appropriations and … for volunteer library workers); (miscellaneous expenses - holiday party for senior citizens) VOLUNTEERS -- Compensation … district. You ask whether a public library may fund a holiday party either for a group of senior citizens who …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-63DiNapoli: State Agency Overtime Costs Increased 10.2% in 2024, Up 1.8M Hours Over 2023
… New York State agency overtime costs increased 10.2% in 2024 for a total of $1.3 billion, while the number of … not including SUNY and CUNY, grew from 2023 by 3.7% in 2024, or 5,330 positions, to an average annual total of … when it was over 177,000. “Overtime continued to grow in 2024 despite increases to a workforce that remains below …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-state-agency-overtime-costs-increased-10.2-percent-in-2024-up-1.8m-hours-over-2023State Agencies Bulletin No. 1431
… the Civil Service Employees Association and the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (GOER) memorandum dated 10/14/15 … Form W-2 using code UTA (Uniform/Tool Allowance). Payroll Register and Employee’s Paycheck/Advice Earnings Code UA9 and the amount paid will be displayed on the Payroll Register. The Earnings Description Uniform Allowance NU46 and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1431-2015-uniform-maintenance-allowance-employees-division-military-andState Agencies Bulletin No. 1517
… Allowance. Affected Employees Employees in the Division of Military and Naval Affairs – BU47 who meet the eligibility criteria Background Article 39 of the 2011-2016 DMNA Agreement between the State of New York and the Civil Service Employees Association and the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1517-2016-uniform-maintenance-allowance-employees-division-military-andDiNapoli: City of Kingston Is Addressing Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Needs While Maintaining Fiscal Stability
… including: The redevelopment of the Rondout Waterfront District including walking and biking trails to connect … to protect it from flooding from the Hudson River using $1.5 million in federal funding, and repairs to part of the … of its general fund balance to stabilize the budget, at $1.9 million and $2.9 million, respectively. In addition, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-city-kingston-addressing-infrastructure-and-affordable-housing-needs-while-maintainingKatonah-Lewisboro Union Free School District – Procurement of Professional Services (2016M-193)
… and procedures used to procure professional services for the period July 1, 2014 through April 6, 2016. Background … the Town of Lewisboro and parts of the Towns of Bedford, Pound Ridge and North Salem in Westchester County. The … seven-member Board of Education. Budgeted appropriations for the 2015-16 fiscal year totaled $108.7 million. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/07/22/katonah-lewisboro-union-free-school-district-procurement-professionalNYSLRS Announces Employer Contribution Rates for SFY 2026-27
… Employers’ average contribution rates will increase from 16.5% to 17.6% of payroll for the Employees’ Retirement … in ERS and PFRS, and more than 300 different retirement plan combinations. In the SFY that ended March 31, 2025, … assumptions recommended by NYSLRS’ actuary, who is required to review the actuarial assumptions and experience …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/nyslrs-announces-employer-contribution-rates-sfy-2026-27DiNapoli and Brooklyn D.A. Gonzalez: Public Employee Arrested for Using Co-Workers' Identities to Steal Thousands in Gas
… to hold the defendant accountable." George Thomas, 33, of Queens faces seven counts each of first, second and third …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/dinapoli-and-brooklyn-da-gonzalez-public-employee-arrested-using-co-workers-identities-stealState Agencies Bulletin No. 1123
… & Historic Preservation Eligible Titles Motor Equipment Mechanic Maintenance Assistant Mechanic Auto Body Mechanic Aircraft Mechanic Construction Equipment Mechanic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1123-2011-tool-allowance-payment-csea-operational-services-unit-bargainingState Agencies Bulletin No. 1128
… Retirement System (ERS) to adjust the “days worked” by the applicable earnings reduction percentage for the … Check Date; Name; Emplid; Empl Record #; Bargaining Unit; Current Adjusted Days ; Total Adjusted Days (from the first … Retirement form RS2050 Adjustment Report must be completed by the agency and submitted to the Retirement System. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1128-deficit-reduction-reporting-employees-retirement-system-ers-employeesCayuga County Soil and Water Conservation District – Financial Condition (2020M-91)
… the District’s financial health. Comprehensive multiyear strategic, financial and capital plans were not developed. … condition is negatively affected. Adopt multiyear strategic, financial and capital plans. District officials … agreed with our recommendations and indicated they plan to initiate corrective action. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2020/11/25/cayuga-county-soil-and-water-conservation-district-financial-condition-2020m-91