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Genesee County – Court and Trust Funds (2024-C&T-7)
… appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2021 through November 21, 2024. Background Pursuant to a court order, certain assets may be provided to the court and then delivered to the County Treasurer (Treasurer) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2025/01/10/genesee-county-court-and-trust-funds-2024-ct-7New York’s Balance of Payments in the Federal Budget, Federal Fiscal Year 2021
This report examines the flow of funds between the federal government and the states for the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) ending September 30, 2021, with special attention to its impact on New York State.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/budget/pdf/federal-budget-federal-fiscal-year-2021.pdfEnacted Budget Financial Plan Report: State Fiscal Year 2022-23, July 2022
The State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2022-23 Enacted Budget Financial Plan from the Division of the Budget (DOB) projects fiscal stability for the next five years and includes plans to bolster rainy day reserves significantly.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/budget/pdf/budget-enacted-financial-plan-2022-23.pdfAccountability and Surplussing of Vehicles (Follow-Up) (2021-F-1) 30-Day Response
To follow up on the actions taken by officials of the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) to implement the recommendations contained in our audit report Accountability and Surplussing of Vehicles (2018-S-42).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-21f1-response.pdfCompliance With Jonathan's Law (Follow-Up) (2020-F-26)
To follow up on the actions taken by officials of the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) to implement the recommendations contained in our audit report, Compliance With Jonathan’s Law (Report 2017-S-67).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20f26.pdfAccess to Preschool Special Education Services (2023-S-1)
To determine if the State Education Department (SED) is effectively overseeing preschool special education in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations to promote timely access to services for children across New York State.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2025-23s1.pdfOpinion 88-10
… LAW, §103: A petroleum business awarded a municipal contract for fuel oil may not add on the amount of the gross … fuel oil may add on to his bid price, as a separate line item on his bill, an amount for the gross receipts tax on … the parties to the contract and not by this Office. March 1, 1988 Charles E. Drake, Esq., County Attorney County of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-10XI.18.G Workers’ Compensation Coverage and Debarment – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… New York State Workers’ Compensation Law (WCL) has specific coverage requirements for … Sections 57 and 220(8) of the WCL. Please note – an ACORD form is not acceptable proof of New York State workers’ …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi18g-workers-compensation-coverage-and-debarmentCOVID-19 Pandemic Drove Record Medicaid Enrollment in 2021
… number of New Yorkers relied on Medicaid for health care in 2021, with monthly enrollment exceeding 7 million for the … health care they need.” Medicaid is a federal, state and local government-funded program that provides a wide range of … and costs per enrollee. Engage Stakeholders in Developing Strategies to Protect Quality of Care and Contain Costs. Two …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/covid-19-pandemic-drove-record-medicaid-enrollment-2021XIII.4.D Meals and Incidental Expenses Breakdown – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… $68 $14 $54 $74 $15 $59 $80 $16 $64 $86 $17 $69 $92 $18 $74 Guide to Financial Operations REV. 10/02/2024 … New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii4d-meals-and-incidental-expenses-breakdownCUNY Bulletin No. CU-814
… the CUNY 2025 3.125% general salary increases for International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) and Service Employees International Union Employees (SEIU). Affected Employees: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-814-cuny-2025-3125-general-salary-increases-internationalTracking the Return: The Tourism Industry in New York City
Domestic visitors reached 50.6 million in 2023, up 7 percent from 2022 but still down 4.7 percent from 2019. Domestic visitors that travel for leisure have driven the overall return of visitors to New York City.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/report-04-2025.pdfWhat to Expect from an OSC Audit
This session will familiarize you with the entire audit process: from its early stages to final report. Learn what the auditors are looking for, the professional standards they follow, and your role in the process.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/what-to-expect-osc-audit-051524.pdfReview of the Financial Plan of the City of New York, December 2022
New York City’s fiscal year (FY) 2023 budget is projected to rise to $109.4, after transfers, but City finances could come under pressure amid a slowing economic recovery and an increase in demand for City services.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-14-2023.pdfCollege Readiness (2021-N-1)
To determine whether DOE is adequately preparing students for post-secondary institutions. Our audit covered the period from September 2015 through March 2022 and included students who were expected to graduate high school by August 2019.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21n1.pdfDistribution of Utility Arrears in New York State
One impact of the devastating job losses incurred during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic is a significant increase in the number of households in arrears on utilities bills for 60 days or more.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/distribution-of-utility-arrears-in-nys.pdfSmithtown Central School District – Claims Processing and Travel-Related Expenses (2021M-25)
Determine whether the Smithtown Central School District’s (District) Board of Education (Board) ensured claims were adequately documented, for appropriate purposes, and properly audited and approved prior to payment, and that any travel expenses were reasonable.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/smithtown-central-2021-25.pdfImproving Government Efficiency and Effectiveness - Lessons Learned from Past OSC Audits
This report summarizes select audits that highlight SGA’s efforts to promote fiscal responsibility and brings renewed attention to ideas that could result in cost savings or revenue enhancements for the State and New York City.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/improving-government-efficiency-and-effectiveness.pdfProject Tracking Systems and Economic Assistance Program Evaluations (2019-S-48)
To determine if Empire State Development (ESD) maintains adequate information systems for the collection of relevant data to effectively manage and report on the economic assistance programs it administers and ensure programs meet desired outcomes.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-19s48.pdfSlate Hill Fire District – Procurement and Claims Processing (2021M-105)
Determine whether the Slate Hill Fire District’s (District) Board ensured that goods and services were procured in accordance with the District’s procurement policy and whether claims were adequately supported, and for a valid purpose before payment.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/slate-hill-fire-district-2021-105.pdf