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NYS Pension Fund Commits $2 Billion to Climate Transition Index
… P. DiNapoli, trustee of the fund, announced today. This is part of the Comptroller's Climate Action Plan announced in … based on their transition readiness. FTSE Russell is one of the largest index providers in the world and its … said FTSE Russell CEO Arne Staal. “FTSE Russell is extremely pleased to be partnering with the Fund on its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/nys-pension-fund-commits-2-billion-climate-transition-indexContractors or Consultants – Membership and Enrollment
… or receive service credit for consultant or independent contractor services. To determine if a person you hired is an employee or an independent contractor, you should first determine if an … an individual is an employee rather than an independent contractor. Some of these factors include: The employer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/contractors-or-consultantsDiNapoli: Financial Viability of OTBs in Jeopardy
… to harness tracks. The Comptroller said the decline in OTB revenue has had a notable impact on distributions to municipalities, which declined from $17.6 million in 2009 to $10.2 million in 2013, a decrease of 42 percent. “The viability of OTBs is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-financial-viability-otbs-jeopardyXI.17 Protest Procedures – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… entities subject to Section 163 of the State Finance Law are required to advise in their solicitation documents of … of the State Comptroller as required, or provided for, by law, resolution or otherwise, including but not limited to: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi17-protest-proceduresOpinion 88-31
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … in the opinion. FEES -- Refund (refund by county treasurer of 2% cash bail fee) COUNTY TREASURER -- Powers and Duties … is required to refund the fee prescribed in section 99m of the General Municipal Law where the defendant in a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-31DiNapoli: Housing Cost Burdens for New Yorkers Among Nation's Highest
… Almost three million New York households are dealing with housing … and affordable housing. DiNapoli’s report examines three categories of housing insecurity: high housing costs; … Almost three million New York households are dealing with housing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-housing-cost-burdens-new-yorkers-among-nations-highestMembership Milestones for Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Members
… covered under, there are important milestones you need to know. Understanding your milestones will help you develop … tier from the Contents on the left or scroll down to see how your years of service affect your retirement benefits. … vested and are entitled to a monthly benefit that may start as early as age 55. (You will forfeit the monthly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/membership-milestones-employees-retirement-system-ers-membersDiNapoli Statement on Greenville Arrest for Alleged Theft of Taxpayer Funded Resources
… released the following statement regarding the arrest of Terry Williams for alleged theft of fuel from the Town of Greenville Highway Department. The … released the following statement regarding the arrest of Terry Williams for alleged theft of fuel from the Town of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/dinapoli-statement-greenville-arrest-alleged-theft-taxpayer-funded-resourcesOpinion 99-2
… for the construction of a town salt storage shed. You ask whether it would be a violation of competitive … for: (1) plumbing and gas fitting; (2) steam heating, hot water heating, and ventilating and air-conditioning … competitive bidding requirements for the construction of a town salt storage shed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-99-2State Agencies Bulletin No. 2080
… The purpose of this bulletin is to provide instructions for processing payroll deductions for the SEFA Campaign for the 2023 calendar year and explain SEFA Continuous Giving. … The purpose of this bulletin is to provide instructions for processing payroll deductions for the SEFA Campaign for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2080-2023-state-employees-federated-appeal-sefa-campaignOpinion 96-4
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. LOCAL LAWS -- Municipal Funds (disposition of … FUNDS -- Budget Procedures (authority to supersede in village); (disposition of proceeds of sale of property) … a thirty year period for general village purposes. This is in reply to your request for our opinion concerning the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-96-4Opinion 91-56
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … accounts payable and contractual obligations for purposes of termination of a public authority) PUBLIC AUTHORITIES LAW, … Whether the term liabilities as used in section 2828 of the Public Authorities Law relative to termination of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-56Opinion 89-62
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was … on the issues discussed in the opinion. FIRE DISTRICTS -- Elections (signing multiple nominating petitions) ELECTIONS … petitions for fire district office) ELECTION LAW, §6-138; TOWN LAW, §176(7): A qualified voter is not prohibited from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-62State Agencies Bulletin No. 1698
… for reimbursement of employees’ qualified moving expenses and to provide instructions for required documentation … reasonable costs of moving expenses. The Federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law on December 22, 2017 suspends … now be included in an employee’s federal taxable gross and applicable taxes must be withheld. NOTE: Moving expense …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1698-new-payroll-process-and-new-time-entry-codes-payment-moving-expenseOlean City School District – Financial Management (2016M-210)
… 1, 2012 through June 7, 2016. Background The Olean City School District is located in the City of Olean and the Towns … Olean City School District Financial Management 2016M210 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/10/28/olean-city-school-district-financial-management-2016m-210Sweet Home Central School District – Financial Management (2022M-166)
… report – pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether the Sweet Home Central School District’s (District) Board of Education … audit sweet home school financial management …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2023/03/31/sweet-home-central-school-district-financial-management-2022m-166Rensselaer County – County Bridge Maintenance (S9-13-6)
… determine whether counties are properly maintaining their bridges to ensure the safety of those who travel on them for … is responsible for the maintenance and monitoring of bridges. This Department includes a County Engineer and a … engineer who are directly involved with the oversight of bridges. The Department’s operating budget was $9.9 million …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/07/19/rensselaer-county-county-bridge-maintenance-s9-13-6DiNapoli: Clerk Admits Writing Nearly $5,000 in Village Checks for Herself
… former clerk to justice.” Barnes was initially arrested on Sept. 30 and released on her own recognizance. Since taking …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/12/dinapoli-clerk-admits-writing-nearly-5000-village-checks-herselfDiNapoli Named Lead Plaintiff in Crowdstrike Shareholder Lawsuit
… Retirement Fund (Fund), has been appointed lead plaintiff in a securities fraud class action lawsuit filed against the … company’s failed software updates and resulting plummet in share value. “Crowdstrike misled investors by falsely … exposed after it caused one of the largest cyber-disasters in history leading to a worldwide shutdown and billions in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-named-lead-plaintiff-crowdstrike-shareholder-lawsuitEssex Fire District No. 2 – Cash Disbursements (2015M-167)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine internal controls over the District’s cash disbursements for the period January 1, … of the State, separate and distinct from the Town of Essex in Essex County. The District is governed by an elected …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2015/10/30/essex-fire-district-no-2-cash-disbursements-2015m-167