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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… had operating deficits during the past five years, and the water fund had an operating deficit in 2019. In addition, … 170,000 contracts, billions in state payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract FOIL requests, bid protest …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0Town of Ogden – Financial Management and Justice Court (2014M-234)
… the Town’s internal controls over the Town’s financial and Court operations for the period January 1, 2012 through … Background The Town of Ogden is located in Monroe County and has approximately 20,000 residents. It is governed by an … elected Town Board, which consists of the Town Supervisor and four Board members. The Town’s 2014 budgeted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/justice-court/2014/10/31/town-ogden-financial-management-and-justice-court-2014m-234Security Over Critical Systems (Follow-Up)
… one recommendation included in our initial audit report, Security Over Critical Systems (Report 2023-S-24 ). About the … Services’ (ITS) policies, including ITS’ Information Security Policy and Acceptable Use Policy, for its IT assets. … HRBRRD must also abide by Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) and must complete a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/04/23/security-over-critical-systems-followDiNapoli: Statewide Local Sales Tax Collections Down 7.1 Percent in November
… need for significant aid from the federal government as COVID-19 infection rates increase and more restrictions curb economic activity. Federal aid will keep … the vaccine.” Regionally, November sales tax collections were down across the board, ranging from a decline of 3.6 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/12/dinapoli-statewide-local-sales-tax-collections-down-71-percent-novemberChild Care Assistance – Federal Funding and New York
… Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides subsidies for childcare throughout New York. The program is overseen by … of $290 million in transfers from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant and $838 million from … Funding, SFY 2015 – SFY 2025 Note: Negative amounts for federal TANF spending in SFY 2017 and 2018 represent the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/budget/fed-funding-ny/child-care-assistanceWillsboro Fire Department – Financial Operations (2014M-206)
… in Essex County. The Department provides fire protection and other emergency services to Willsboro Fire District residents. The Department deposited $20,428 and disbursed $22,718 during 2013. Key Findings The … except for requiring the Department Treasurer to prepare and submit monthly reports to Department officials. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2014/10/10/willsboro-fire-department-financial-operations-2014m-206Golden Glow Volunteer Fire Company – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2012M-170)
… of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine selected Company financial operations for the period January 1, 2011, … May 31, 2012. Background The Golden Glow Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. is located in the Town of Big Flats in Chemung County. The Company has approximately 40 members. The Company currently …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/01/25/golden-glow-volunteer-fire-company-internal-controls-over-financialHoags Corners Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. – Internal Controls (2014M-09)
… "timely" is not defined in the by-laws. The Treasurer does not issue any receipts for collections whether she … the guidance provided in the policy is very limited and does not indicate whether pre-approval by a Company official …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/04/04/hoags-corners-volunteer-fire-company-inc-internal-controls-2014m-09County of Franklin Solid Waste Management Authority – Solid Waste and Recycling Charges and Host Community Fees (2016M-418)
… was to evaluate the Authority’s procedures over solid waste and recycling charges and determine if host community … August 31, 2016. Background The County of Franklin Solid Waste Management Authority is an independent public benefit … established to plan, develop and construct solid waste management facilities and to contract with Franklin …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/public-authority/2017/12/29/county-franklin-solid-waste-management-authority-solid-waste-andNew York Local Government Assistance Corporation
… ) Mission Statement Created on June 11, 1990, the New York Local Government Assistance Corporation’s (“Corporation” … which, when met, directly benefit the State, the City of New York and other local governments and school districts. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/debt/lgacBrighton Fire District No. 5 - Credit Card and Travel Expenditures (2018M-60)
Determine whether credit card and travel expenditures were properly approved, supported by adequate documentation and a proper use of District money.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/pdf/brighton-district-5-2018-60.pdfHomeless Services Housing Needs Assessment
… are receiving services needed to transition to permanent housing. The audit covered the period from January 2018 … childcare services, and assistance with finding permanent housing. Local departments of social services (Local … across the State. Each client who receives temporary housing in a certified shelter must take part in a Needs …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/08/15/homeless-services-housing-needs-assessmentCUNY Bulletin No. CU-658
… between the Comptroller of the City of New York and the District Council 37, AFSCME, AFL-CIO for retroactive … General Wage Increase - CUNY employees represented by District Council 37, AFSCME, AFL-CIO who are in the eligible …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-658-cuny-retroactive-salary-rate-increases-locksmithsMedicaid Program – Improper Premium Payments Made on Behalf of Managed Care Members Residing Outside the State
… care premiums on behalf of members who resided outside of New York. The audit covered the period from July 2017 through October 2024. About the Program DOH administers New York State’s Medicaid program. Medicaid members must be residents of New York to receive benefits. Individuals enroll in Medicaid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/09/09/medicaid-program-improper-premium-payments-made-behalf-managed-care-members-residingSelected Aspects of Leasing Practices for Real Estate Services Department and Port Commerce
… account for its leases. Discrepancies existed in the lease information contained in its two primary systems. … that the area in question was not covered under the lease between PANYNJ and the City of Newark (not under the control of PANYNJ).” The new lease was not executed. Such an error should not have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/05/16/selected-aspects-leasing-practices-real-estate-services-department-and-port-commerceCUNY Bulletin No. CU-643
… explain the agency procedures for reporting rate increases and adjustments for miscellaneous earnings Affected Employees CUNY employees in the titles of Carpenter and Supervisor Carpenter Background A Memorandum of Understanding has been entered and filed on February 7, 2018 between the Comptroller of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-643-cuny-retroactive-salary-rate-increases-carpenters-andNYC Finances Remain Strong But Out-Year Budget Gaps Have Grown
… conditions," DiNapoli said. "However, the out-year gaps have grown and there are risks that could make closing them … The city has increased its reserves and should continue to do so given the threats on the horizon." The city's most … intended to halt the deterioration of the subway system. How the MTA's next five-year capital program is funded could …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/nyc-finances-remain-strong-out-year-budget-gaps-have-grownWestchester Attorney Indicted for Fraud and False Statement Charges Arising From His Attempt to Embezzle From a Decedent's Estate for Which He Was Court-Appointed Administrator
… A federal grand jury in White Plains New York returned an Indictment yesterday …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/westchester-attorney-indicted-fraud-and-false-statement-charges-arising-his-attempt-embezzleDiNapoli: Former Assemblyman William Scarborough Sentenced On Fraud and Theft Convictions
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, United States Attorney Richard S. Hartunian of the Northern District of New … Assembly. “Public service is a commitment, not a means for self-enrichment,” said State Comptroller Thomas P. … case.” Scarborough’s federal convictions relate to his wrongful receipt of per diem payments from New York State. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-former-assemblyman-william-scarborough-sentenced-fraud-and-theft-convictionsOpinion 2000-22
… Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion may no longer represent those views if, among other things, there … agency for contingent compensation (see 1985 Opns St Comp No. 85-60, p 84). Similarly, the attorney's law firm may also … Law requires the town board of each town to adopt a code of ethics setting forth for the guidance of its officers …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-22