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DiNapoli: Monterey Fire Department President Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Funds from the Department
… Groves, 49, of Beaver Dams, was charged with grand larceny in the third degree. “Kelly Groves violated the trust placed in her by her community by allegedly stealing funds meant to … York State Police for their hard work and collaboration in this matter,” Hourihan said. “I commend the diligent work …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/01/dinapoli-monterey-fire-department-president-arrested-allegedly-stealing-funds-departmentComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… Trust , Village of Scottsville and the Town of Ulster . “In today’s fiscal climate, budget transparency and … segregated and compensating controls were insufficient. In addition, access rights to the housing software and … late balances has not been approved and was not charged in the proper billing quarter. Town of Leicester – Budgeting …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… District and the White Plains City School District . “In an era of limited resources and increased accountability, … unrestricted unappropriated fund balance levels are in accordance with statutory requirements, and budget … and reserves while limiting tax increases, resulting in a deficit unrestricted fund balance of $435,655 at the end …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsDiNapoli: Albany Man Who Victimized Elderly NYS Pensioner Sentenced to State Prison
… the care he needed and holding accountable the criminals who took advantage of him. I also want to thank the Cohoes … carried out over several years by individuals who betrayed the trust of a vulnerable victim,” James said. … these that we are able to identify abuse, protect those who cannot protect themselves, and bring offenders to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/02/dinapoli-albany-man-who-victimized-elderly-nys-pensioner-sentenced-state-prisonCase Management (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the eight recommendations included in our initial audit report, Case Management (Report 2021-N-9 ). About the Program The New York City Department … To determine the extent of implementation of the eight recommendations included in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/06/04/case-management-followControls Over the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial audit report, Controls Over the Empire State … Initiative ( 2022-S-22 ). About the Program Established in 2016, the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative … units of supportive housing over a 15-year period ending in 2031. The Office of Mental Health (OMH) serves as the lead …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/11/19/controls-over-empire-state-supportive-housing-initiative-followSelected Management and Operations Practices – BuildSmart NY/Executive Order 88 (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial audit report, Selected Management and … issued on December 28, 2012, mandated a 20% improvement in the energy efficiency performance of State government … BuildSmart NY program was created to carry out EO 88, and in April 2020, BuildSmart 2025 expanded upon the original …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/12/31/selected-management-and-operations-practices-buildsmart-nyexecutive-order-88-followState Agencies Bulletin No. 2305
… exempt from Federal, State, and/or Local tax withholding in tax year 2025. Affected Employees: Employees who claimed … exempt from Federal, State, and/or Local tax withholding in 2024 and employees who submit withholding certificates claiming exempt in 2025 are affected. Background: According to IRS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2305-claiming-exempt-federal-state-andor-local-tax-withholding-tax-year-2025Unified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-345
… which the agency will be responsible. Affected Employees: Judges and Justices of the Unified Court System who are paid … and the Office of the State Comptroller, the salaries of Judges and Justices of the Unified Court System are to be paid in 26 biweekly installments. For this reason, Judges and Justices have a Comp Rate Code of LEG which …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-345-impact-27-pay-periods-calendar-year-2024-judges-and-justicesState Agencies Bulletin No. 2279
… NYS Assembly Payroll Offices of OSC’s automatic processing in Pay Period 20C and to explain those areas for which the … of each Member of the Legislature are to be paid in 26 biweekly installments. For this reason, Legislative … Members are not eligible to receive the final paycheck in that calendar year. Paychecks for Administration Pay …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2279-impact-27-pay-periods-calendar-year-2024-nys-legislative-membersState Agencies Bulletin No. 2287
… of new functionality allowing employees to enroll in direct deposit and update their direct deposit and bank account options in New York State Payroll Online (NYSPO). Affected Employees: … agencies of new functionality allowing employees to enroll in direct deposit and update their direct deposit and bank …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2287-new-york-state-payroll-online-direct-deposit-functionalityElevator Safety
… of more than 1 million buildings and construction sites in New York City. This responsibility includes the oversight … We selected a judgmental sample of 12 elevators located in nine buildings, and observed, along with DOB inspectors, … certificates showing that they had inspected 15 elevators in 14 buildings. However, these elevators had not yet been …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/06/06/elevator-safetyCollection and Use of Oil Spill Funds
… Purpose To determine if the Department of Environmental Conservation (Department) is collecting all fees due the New York Environmental Protection and Spill Compensation Fund (Oil Spill Fund or Fund) in … To determine if the Department of Environmental Conservation is collecting …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/08/13/collection-and-use-oil-spill-fundsPopulation Data, Resources and Publications
… Publications 2020 Census: Municipal Population Shifts in New York State November 2021 - This report highlights the results of the 2020 Census for local governments in New York State and accompanies a new online interactive … of growth among all states nationwide. Gains or losses in population cause a shift in the local tax base, drive …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/resources/population-data-resources-and-publicationsPublic Health – 2022 Financial Condition Report
… grew by $5.2 billion (22.9 percent) to $27.7 billion in SFY 2021-22, its highest level ever, due in part to higher enrollment levels impacted by federal … implementing a portion of Medicaid savings actions enacted in 2020. Enhanced federal Medicaid funding during the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2022-fcr/public-healthSelected Management and Operations Practices
… placed the Charge NY and Charge NY 2.0 charging stations in locations where the intent of these programs could be … 10,000 EV public charging stations by the end of 2021. In 2018, with the goal of making a larger impact on the … NYPA’s focus was on installing high-speed EV chargers in “key places along major highways and at the airports” and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/02/04/selected-management-and-operations-practicesComplaint Processing
… there was an outstanding request to the NYPD for body-worn camera footage. According to CCRB’s Investigative Manual, no … if there is an outstanding request for body-worn camera footage. In addition, we determined CCRB did not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/10/05/complaint-processingManagement of Invasive Species
… the harmful effects of invasive species populations in New York State. The audit covers the period April 1, 2017 … Program Many species of plants and animals currently found in New York State are not indigenous, but rather have been … integrity of the State’s natural communities and systems. In New York, invasive species management is a collaborative …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/07/23/management-invasive-speciesHousing Trust Fund Corporation: Internal Controls and Maximization of Federal Funding for Community Development Block Grant & HOME Investment Partnerships Programs (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the two recommendations included in our initial audit report, Housing Trust Fund Corporation: … and January 18, 2024, HUD allocated about $340 million in CDBG funds to HCR for grant years 2017 through 2023, and … During the same period, HUD allocated about $177 million in HOME funds to HCR, as well as approximately $93 million …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/04/11/housing-trust-fund-corporation-internal-controls-and-maximization-federal-funding-communityOversight of Selected Aspects of Traffic Controls (Follow-Up)
… Program The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) is responsible for the operation and condition of … lights. This includes conducting traffic control studies at intersections, approving traffic controls (including … timing, and maintenance of traffic control devices. DOT is responsible for conducting traffic control studies at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/04/11/oversight-selected-aspects-traffic-controls-follow