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State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on New York City's Executive Budget
… a planned drawdown from its retiree health benefits trust of $1.6 billion. “The financial plan reflects just how … employment growth to reach 4.5 million jobs by the end of 2021, but the timing of the return of real estate values, commuters and tourists …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/04/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-new-york-citys-executive-budgetTracking 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.pdfProject Tracking Systems and Economic Assistance Program Evaluations (2019-S-48) 180-Day Response
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-response.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.pdfCompleting Delinquent AFRs
This webinar is designed to help local government employees understand the necessary financial data for completing their Annual Financial Reports (AFR) and where to obtain this data when formal accounting records are limited or unavailable.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/completing-delinquent-afrs-021826.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.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.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.pdfTechnology Transfer Program and Royalty Payments (Follow-Up) (2020-F-32)
To follow up on the actions taken by officials of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York to implement the recommendations contained in our audit report, Technology Transfer Program and Royalty Payments.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20f32.pdfLeaves of Absence – Career Plan for ERS Tier 2 Members
… ERS Tier 2 members covered by Sections 75f and 75g Leaves of Absence …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1508/leaves-absenceEnding Your Membership – Career Plan for ERS Tier 2 Members
… Career Plan information for ERS Tier 2 members covered by Sections 75f and 75g Ending …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1508/ending-your-membershipRetirement System Membership – Career Plan for ERS Tier 2 Members
… Career Plan information for ERS Tier 2 members covered by Sections …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1508/retirement-system-membershipVested Retirement Benefit – Career Plan for ERS Tier 2 Members
… Career Plan information for ERS Tier 2 members covered by Sections 75f and 75g Vested Retirement Benefit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1508/vested-retirement-benefitDivorce – Non-Contributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits for ERS Tier 1 Members
… NonContributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits information for ERS Tier 1 members under Sections 75d and 75e Divorce …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1502/divorceAccidental Disability – New Career Plan for ERS Tier 1 Members
… New Career Plan information for ERS Tier 1 members covered by Sections 75h and 75i …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1504/accidental-disabilityOrdinary Disability – New Career Plan for ERS Tier 1 Members
… New Career Plan information for ERS Tier 1 members covered by Sections 75h and 75i …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1504/ordinary-disability