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State Pension Employer Contribution Rates Announced for 2020-21, Assumed Rate of Return Lowered
… as the previous year for the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) with a small increase in rates for the Police and Fire … The estimated average employer contribution rate for ERS will remain at 14.6 percent of payroll. The estimated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/08/state-pension-employer-contribution-rates-announced-2020-21-assumed-rate-return-loweredDiNapoli: Many SUNY Campus Foundations Operating Without Contracts or Proper Oversight
… to contract with foundations, which are private, not-for-profit corporations, to support fundraising efforts, real … that ends June 30 and found that in addition to a state salary, 20 were paid nearly $1.8 million by UBF. Four of … and UBF. For example, one individual received a state salary of $351,438 while also receiving $308,453 from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-many-suny-campus-foundations-operating-without-contracts-or-proper-oversightDiNapoli Announces $2B Strategic Partnership With Goldman Sachs Asset Management For Global Equity Investments
… Fund’s return. The partnership is the first of its kind for the Fund. “This innovative partnership gives the New York … Strategic Partnership with CRF is a landmark assignment for GSAM and we appreciate the confidence CRF has placed in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/dinapoli-announces-2b-strategic-partnership-goldman-sachs-asset-management-global-equity-investmentsDiNapoli: State Tax Collections Lagging Last Year by $1.2 Billion
… approximately $3.1 billion or 8.3 percent higher than for the same period last year. Significant increases include spending for Medicaid (up $1.6 billion primarily from federal sources) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-state-tax-collections-lagging-last-year-12-billionDiNapoli: School District Revenue Growth Slows
… are caught in a financial bind and are struggling for a way out,” said DiNapoli. “State and federal aid have … DiNapoli’s report also noted: Local school tax levy increases have decreased sharply over the past decade, averaging 2.8 percent increases per year in the past five years; Annual local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/dinapoli-school-district-revenue-growth-slowsDiNapoli: State Contractor Failed to Pay Prevailing Wages
… “New York state law requires contractors working for the state to pay the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits set for the locality where the work is performed, but my auditors … workers.” Shorefront Mental Health Board provides support for treatment and transition programs of the South Beach …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/dinapoli-state-contractor-failed-pay-prevailing-wagesNYC Budget Is Balanced but Risks Are Growing
… The New York City Mayor’s preliminary executive budget for FY 2020 is balanced, but there are risks, including … $3.3 billion in FY 2023. The gaps reflect the cost of wage increases for the municipal work force, higher costs for debt … in 2022. The gaps remain even after planned fare and toll increases of 4 percent in 2019 and 2021. In addition, the MTA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/03/nyc-budget-balanced-risks-are-growingDiNapoli: Former Morley Fire Company Treasurer Ordered to Pay $50,000 for Theft of Public Funds
… P. DiNapoli today announced that the former treasurer of the Morley Volunteer Fire Co., Cindi Perkins, was … with the money. Perkins was sentenced in St. Lawrence County Court by Judge Gregory P. Storie. Since taking office in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-former-morley-fire-company-treasurer-ordered-pay-50000-theft-public-fundsDiNapoli: New State Funds Open Door for MTA to Ease Debt, Build Stronger Future Budgets
… a safe, reliable and on-time transit system.” The state’s increase in the payroll mobility tax will provide the MTA … $1.8 billion more (58% higher) than in 2022. Much of this increase is expected to be funded by the capital lockbox, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-new-state-funds-open-door-mta-ease-debt-build-stronger-future-budgetsPublic-Private Partnerships Potentially a "Good Option" but Financial Risks for Taxpayers Must Be Addressed
… As New York state grapples with cost-effective solutions for its estimated $250 billion in infrastructure needs over … said. “The big question is, how are we going to pay for that? Public-private partnerships are a good option to … with unwarranted costs such as excessive fees and toll increases. Unrealistic expectations and poorly drafted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2011/01/public-private-partnerships-potentially-good-option-financial-risks-taxpayers-must-be-addressedState Agencies Bulletin No. 2059
… inform agencies of the procedures and provide instructions for reporting the taxable value of personal use of an … services in the New York State Payroll System (PayServ) for tax year 2022. Affected Employees: Employees with … method. The amount of the taxable value is not considered salary for the purposes of computing retirement benefits. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2059-procedures-reporting-taxable-value-personal-use-employer-providedOpinion 92-46
… CONTRACTS -- Bidding Monetary Threshold (computation of for various items used at youth center) GENERAL MUNICIPAL … youth center need not be aggregated with each other for the purpose of determining whether the competitive … village youth center should be considered in the aggregate for purposes of determining the competitive bidding monetary …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-46Former Head of Niagara Falls Housing Authority Pleads Guilty to Stealing Government Funds; Son and Daughter-in-Law Also Convicted
… and Urban Development's Inspector General, and the FBI for their diligent work in the fight against public … support and charity-oriented philanthropic initiatives for residents in Niagara County. Allen and Fredia Cowart, on … October 1, 2013 for the duration of the school year. The salary associated with this appointment was $23 an hour. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/former-head-niagara-falls-housing-authority-pleads-guilty-stealing-government-funds-son-and-daughterOpinion 92-33
… PARK DISTRICTS -- Powers and Duties (expenditures for promotional services) LOCAL LAWS -- Pre-emption (special … Services (promotional and publicity services); (procedures for obtaining) -- Contracts Not Requiring Bidding (promotional and publicity services); (procedures for obtaining) TOWN LAW, §64(14)(a): A town board by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-33DiNapoli Releases Analysis of State Financial Plan
… the Division of the Budget (DOB) projects fiscal stability for the next five years and includes plans to bolster rainy … actions, including temporary personal income tax (PIT) increases on high earners, creates additional risk. In 2019, … Over the life of the Financial Plan, temporary tax rate increases in PIT and corporate franchise taxes and largely …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-releases-analysis-state-financial-planXIV.5 Employee Award Programs – XIV. Special Procedures
… Business Unit personnel should be aware of in planning for employee award programs and the requirements of the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) for approving payment for these types of programs. This section addresses Cash and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiv/xiv5-employee-award-programsDiNapoli: New York City's Budget Outlook Improves
… revenues and planned cost savings benefited New York City’s budget outlook for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, but funding …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-new-york-citys-budget-outlook-improvesDiNapoli: MTA Avoided A Fiscal Crisis, Now It Has To Convince Riders To Come Back
… In a turnaround from the fiscal crisis it faced a year ago, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) … savings plans before the end of 2023 and explain to riders what impact the savings may have on service. Overtime costs … maintenance positions, which has exceeded separations in 20 of the last 25 months. Ridership The MTA projects it will …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-mta-avoided-fiscal-crisis-now-it-has-convince-riders-come-backState Agencies Bulletin No. 2159.1
… use of an employer-provided vehicle and chauffeur services in the New York State Payroll System (PayServ) for tax year … Fringe Benefits are taxable income that must be included in the employee’s taxable gross wages. This income is reportable on the employee’s Form W-2 and is subject to income and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/21591-procedures-reporting-taxable-value-personal-use-employer-providedDiNapoli: Housing Cost Burdens for New Yorkers Among Nation's Highest
… cost burden of more than 50% of their income going to pay for housing, according to a report by State Comptroller … Previous reports focused on poverty and food insecurity. “For too many New Yorkers, finding and keeping an adequate and … were burdened in 2022. Between 2012 and 2022 the greatest increases in rates of cost-burden were among renters with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-housing-cost-burdens-new-yorkers-among-nations-highest