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State Agencies Bulletin No. 1325
… These updates must be completed in PayServ by June 24th, for the Administration check dated 7/2/2014 and July 1 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1325-updating-payserv-cost-centers-june-lapsing-eventsAudits of Local Governments: The Audit Process
… can be found in: Understanding the Audit Process Brochure [pdf] . Audit Selection: A risk assessment process precedes most Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) audits of local governments and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/audits-local-governments-audit-processOversight of Homeless Shelters (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the extent of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial audit report, Oversight of Homeless Shelters (Report 2015-S-23 ). Background The … To determine the extent of implementation of the five recommendations included in our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/06/27/oversight-homeless-shelters-followDiNapoli: Former Pennellville Fire Chief Pleads Guilty
… to prevent such thefts. I thank the New York State Police and Oswego County District Attorney Gregory Oakes for … Gregory Oakes. “With the assistance of the New York State Police, we were able to hold Mr. Royal accountable and obtain … on the public's behalf.” Royal, 55, admitted gassing up at the VFA pump and using his chief’s truck for his …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/dinapoli-former-pennellville-fire-chief-pleads-guiltyLong Island Workforce Housing Act (2015-MR-4)
… report - pdf] We also released eight letter reports to the following local governments: Towns of Babylon [pdf] , … [pdf] . Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether local governments ensured that they … requires housing developers in Nassau and Suffolk Counties to set aside 10 percent of their housing units as affordable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2016/01/08/long-island-workforce-housing-act-2015-mr-4Forms and Resources – Reporting Elected and Appointed Officials
… Includes examples. You can also use our online ROA result calculator and days worked calculator . Reporting Services Provided by Lawyers and Law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/reporting-ea-officials/forms-and-resourcesCyber Incident Response Team (Follow-Up)
… to, and recover from terrorism and other man-made and natural disasters, threats, fires, and other emergencies. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/07/20/cyber-incident-response-team-followX.6.A Requesting a Special Use Vendor ID – X. Guide to Vendor/Customer Management
… The VMU assigns Special Use Vendor IDs starting with ‘0’. These Vendor IDs have been established for processing expenditures … State Business Unit to approve and establish a Special Use vendor for a business need. Process and Document Preparation: … The VMU assigns Special Use Vendor IDs starting with 0 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-x/x6a-requesting-special-use-vendor-idIX.6.F Agency Draw Procedures – IX. Federal Grants
… The reports can be found by navigating to Menu > Grants > Interactive Reports. Federal grant questions should be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix6f-agency-draw-proceduresProblem Claims – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… should be taken in most cases. Obviously, this will depend on the specific deficiency and the dollar amount involved. … to request a more detailed claim and to educate the vendor on itemization requirements. If the claim is for travel or … is sometimes a matter of judgment and will vary based on the situation. In some cases, consultation with the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/problem-claimsState Agencies Bulletin No. 1912
… to have this information corrected in SFS so PayServ can receive the valid string detail. Any changes needed in … check dated 07/07/2021 to ensure that the Payroll files can be successfully processed in SFS . Questions Questions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1912-updating-payserv-chartfield-strings-june-lapsing-eventsDiNapoli: Audit Details Double-Dipping by Buffalo City School District Technician
… A Buffalo City School District technician was sentenced today for … IT specialists. DiNapoli recommended that the Buffalo City School District: Adopt written policies governing the … to ensure it meets contractual requirements. The Buffalo City School District agreed with the Comptroller’s findings. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-audit-details-double-dipping-buffalo-city-school-district-technicianState Agencies Bulletin No. 1838
… agencies that position pools and/or chartfield strings in PayServ may require updates for lapsing. Affected … See attachment: June 30, 2020 Lapsing Chartfield Strings in Payserv Agency Actions Agencies must ensure that any … need to contact their Appropriation Section Representative in OSC’s Bureau of State Accounting Operations to have this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1838-updating-payserv-chartfield-strings-june-lapsing-eventsDisposal of Electronic Devices
… One way information can be compromised is through careless disposal of electronic devices. This policy also requires … Agencies are required to remove all information prior to disposal and, if sending them to OGS, to certify in writing … University at Albany had 36 electronic devices ready for disposal through OGS' Surplus Unit. Key Findings Seven of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/04/disposal-electronic-devicesMedicaid Program – Accuracy of Medicaid Eligibility Determined by NY State of Health
… Objective To determine whether NY State of Health (NYSOH, New York’s online health plan marketplace) properly sent accurate, complete, … To determine whether NY State of Health NYSOH New Yorks online health plan marketplace …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/17/medicaid-program-accuracy-medicaid-eligibility-determined-ny-state-healthFocus on Identity Theft
… card applications or to gain access to bank or social media accounts. The consequences of identity theft can be … out personal information on the phone, email or social media. Check bank and credit statements and credit reports …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/focus-identity-theftXI-A.1.B Category Codes – XI-A. Purchasing
… provides agencies with guidance regarding the proper use of category codes in the Statewide Financial System … provides agencies with guidance regarding the proper use of category codes in the Statewide Financial System SFS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xia/xi-a1b-category-codesLocal Governments Should Improve Accessibility for New Yorkers
… improving physical accessibility to their facilities for people with disabilities, according to a report released … could be improved to prevent potential hardships for individuals with disabilities. “No one should face … are committed to ensuring access to services and programs for the millions of New Yorkers with disabilities and these …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/local-governments-should-improve-accessibility-new-yorkersDiNapoli: Syracuse Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $22,000 in Pension Checks Sent to His Deceased Mother
… Attorney William J. Fitzpatrick and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced. The … defendant accountable.” James said, “I commend our State Police members and partners from the State Comptroller’s … benefits from those who rightfully earned them. The State Police will continue to work with our law enforcement …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-syracuse-man-pleads-guilty-stealing-nearly-22000-pension-checks-sent-his-deceased-motherVI.5 Project Budgets – VI. Budgets
… journals do not require the Division of Budget (DOB) or OSC approval and are posted to SFS after agency approval. … to transact against. Agencies can allocate amounts to one or many Child budgets to support greater control and detail, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vi/vi5-project-budgets