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XI.4.B Standard Contract Language for Grant Contracts: Fixed Term, Multiyear Contracts and Simplified Renewals – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… the use of the State of New York Contract for Grants for all grant contracts, renewals or amendments over $10,000. The … after the fact may be denied. The agency must comply with all relevant requirements of State Finance Law Article 11-B. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi4b-standard-contract-language-grant-contracts-fixed-term-multiyear-contracts-and-simplifiedVillage of Stillwater – Capital Project and Settlement Award Accounting (2017M-163)
… whether the Village’s water supply capital project and settlement proceeds were accounted for and monitored appropriately for the period April 21, 2009 … water fund budgeted appropriations for the 2017-18 fiscal year totaled $837,800 and $418,500, respectively. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2017/12/01/village-stillwater-capital-project-and-settlement-award-accounting-2017m-163Byron-Bergen Central School District – Online Banking and Information Technology (2014M-261)
… of our audit was to evaluate internal controls related to online banking and information technology for the period July … $21.3 million. Key Findings The District unnecessarily has online banking access for all if its bank accounts. District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/12/05/byron-bergen-central-school-district-online-banking-and-informationTown of Alexandria - Water and Sewer District Financial Condition (2019M-116)
… effectively managed the financial condition of the water and sewer districts by reasonably estimating budgets and … sewer districts had deficit fund balances ranging from $13,620 to $113,900 as of December 31, 2018. These deficit … estimates and monitor the budgets throughout the year. Develop a plan to address the negative fund balances in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2019/12/13/town-alexandria-water-and-sewer-district-financial-condition-2019m-116Town of Highlands – Water and Sewer Funds’ Financial Condition (2021M-152)
… not repaid by the end of the fiscal year, as required. For 2016 – 2020, officials budgeted for non-existing debt payments and reserve transfers that … on the most current and accurate information available for revenues and expenditures to ensure the water and sewer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2022/01/21/town-highlands-water-and-sewer-funds-financial-condition-2021m-152Early Retirement – Article 14 Benefits
… … Article 14 information for PFRS Tier 3 members Covers pension disability and death benefits …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/early-retirementTier Status – Article 14 Benefits
… their retirement plan election. There is no Tier 4 in the New York State and Local Police and Fire Retirement System. … …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/tier-statusState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… audits have been issued. Gaming Commission: Oversight of Casino Revenues and Regulatory Oversight Reimbursement … has not been billed or collected from commercial casinos for oversight costs. The commission also did not have … of 14, liquidation of nine, square footage reduction for three, and no changes in the remaining three. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsXII.4.B.1 Supporting Information – XII. Expenditures
… in determining whether claims for payment from vendors and state employees are appropriate to pay prior to certifying … verify employee expenses are in accordance with New York State’s travel rules and regulations, union contracts, and/or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii4b1-supporting-informationState Agencies Bulletin No. 969
… payment. Affected Employees Selected full time CSEA, PEF or M/C employees in Executive Branch agencies who elected … Financial Plan. The program was available to CSEA and PEF employees and employees in Management/Confidential …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/969-executive-voluntary-severance-program-payments-second-installmentThe Importance of Responsible Debt Management: Poor State Bond Structuring Choices Lead to Greater Costs for Taxpayers
In the throes of the economic uncertainty and fiscal turbulence caused by the COVID crisis, legislation was enacted as part of the SFY 2021-22 budget authorizing the use of State-supported bonding with final maturities up to 50 years for capital purposes for the MTA.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/importance-of-responsible-debt-management.pdfCybersecurity Web Series Week 2 – IT Contingency Planning – Oops! What now?
This session will expand on one of the key areas within a comprehensive cybersecurity program: IT Contingency Planning. We will define IT Contingency Planning as a means to avoid costly delays in getting your government or school operations back up and running as quickly as possible.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/cybersecurity-week-2-10-12-2021.pdfOpinion 91-47
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. FEES -- Court Fees (filing of an objection to … proceedings for purposes of fixing the filing fee charged by a Surrogate's Court. Such objections are made in a proceeding other than probate and the fee is properly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-47New York City Construction Industry Booming
… The construction industry in New York state has set employment records for four consecutive years with New York City accounting for half of the state’s construction job gains since 2010, according …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/05/new-york-city-construction-industry-boomingVillage of Shoreham – Board Oversight and Justice Court (2017M-152)
… 30, 2016. Background The Village of Shoreham is located in the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County and has approximately 515 residents. The … and one part-time Court clerk that collected $3,435 in fines and fees during our audit period. Key Findings …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/justice-court/2021/04/09/village-shoreham-board-oversight-and-justice-court-2017m-152Village of Dresden – Clerk-Treasurer’s Duties and Multiyear Financial Planning (2013M-3)
… Dresden is located in the Town of Torrey, in Yates County, and has a population of 308. The Village is governed by an … and two Trustees. Budgeted appropriations for the 2012-13 fiscal year were $287,914 for the general fund and $140,900 for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/04/26/village-dresden-clerk-treasurers-duties-and-multiyear-financial-planning-2013m-3Ballston Spa Public Library – Donations and Circulation Desk Cash Receipts (2015M-101)
… public library that received its charter from the State in 1893. The Library is located in the Village of Ballston Spa, Saratoga County, and is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2015/08/21/ballston-spa-public-library-donations-and-circulation-desk-cash-receipts-2015mAccidental Death Benefit – State Police Plan
… “accident” on a case-by-case basis, using court decisions for guidance. The Benefit The accidental death benefit is a … or payable because of your death). By law, the following family beneficiaries would receive this benefit (even if they … beneficiary. If you die on or after January 1, 2020, the application for the accidental death benefit must be filed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1518/accidental-death-benefitAccidental Death Benefit – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… “accident” on a case-by-case basis, using court decisions for guidance. The Benefit The accidental death benefit is a … or payable because of your death). By law, the following family beneficiaries would receive the benefit (even if they … beneficiary. If you die on or after January 1, 2020, the application for the accidental death benefit must be filed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/accidental-death-benefitMedicaid Program – Medicaid Payments Made Pursuant to Medicare Part C
… These Medicare Advantage Plans typically have networks of participating providers whom they reimburse directly for … the entire Part C cost-sharing amount claimed, regardless of the amount. Key Findings During the audit period, Medicaid … could have saved up to $69 million if it limited payments of Medicare Part C cost-sharing liabilities such that the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/05/09/medicaid-program-medicaid-payments-made-pursuant-medicare-part-c