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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… of Mental Health serves as the lead procurement agency for ESSHI, which provides up to $25,000 annually per individual or unit toward supportive housing for vulnerable populations experiencing homelessness. … at some housing units, and inadequate case management for support services. New York City Civilian Complaint Review …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsArchived: Legislative Session 2015 –2016
… authorities (IDAs) by requiring standard application forms for requests for financial assistance, uniform criteria for the evaluation and selection for each category of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/archived-legislative-session-2015-2016Housing Trust Fund Corporation – Internal Controls Over and Maximization of Federal Funding for Various Section 8 Housing Programs and the COVID Rent Relief Program (Follow-Up)
… Rent Relief Program ( 2022-S-28 ). About the Program HCR is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to … by providing rental and homeownership assistance. HCV is executed through an Annual Contributions Contract with … under contract at least annually to determine if the unit is decent, safe, and sanitary. HCR received over $16 billion …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/12/04/housing-trust-fund-corporation-internal-controls-over-and-maximization-federal-fundingOpinion 98-21
… §§119-o, 122-b, 209-b; TOWN LAW, §176(22): Although a town is authorized, pursuant to section 122-b of the General … and first aid squad of the fire district fire department is equipped to provide. The ambulance company would provide … only for the performance of those functions which it is empowered to perform individually (General Municipal Law, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-21Opinion 90-53
… acceptable results whereas a ministerial act envisions direct adherence to a governing rule or standard with a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-53New Yorkers in Need: The Housing Insecurity Crisis
… homes are places of security and rest, and offer us space for quiet contemplation, shared joys with loved ones and … home has long been described as “The American Dream.” Yet for too many Americans, finding and keeping an adequate and … rental units. In addition, the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services should grant states wider …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorkers-need-housing-insecurity-crisisDiNapoli Estimates LIRR Strike Could Cause Up to $50 Million in Economic Loss Daily
… It would also be another devastating blow to a region that is still struggling to recover from Superstorm Sandy and the … in lost economic activity.” The Comptroller’s projection is based on LIRR ridership information as well as census and … peak tourism season, as well as New York City. While it is mainly considered a commuter rail, it also connects Long …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/dinapoli-estimates-lirr-strike-could-cause-50-million-economic-loss-dailyAm I Required to Have an Audit?
… and sponsors of length of Service Award Programs (LOSAP) for volunteer firefighters are required each year by law to … and / or context in which the term "audit" is used. For example, an often misunderstood duty is the requirement … documents of various officers and employees responsible for receiving and disbursing moneys. For this purpose, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/am-i-required-have-auditOrange County Community College – Information Technology and Financial Activities (2017M-111)
… over information technology (IT) and financial activities for the period September 1, 2015 through December 1, 2016. … is governed by a 10-member Board of Trustees. Expenditures for the 2015-16 fiscal year were approximately $85 million. … in accordance with GML. Establish written procedures for the claims process that communicates the claims auditor’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/community-college/2017/09/29/orange-county-community-college-information-technology-and-financialHealth Sciences Charter School – Procurement (2013M-211)
… audit was to examine the School’s procurement practices for the period July 1, 2011, to May 3, 2013. Background The … by a Board of Trustees. The School’s budgeted expenses for the 2012-13 fiscal year were approximately $4.8 million. … Key Findings The Board did not ensure that all contracts for goods and services were properly awarded. The School’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2013/10/25/health-sciences-charter-school-procurement-2013m-211Vested Retirement Benefit – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… provisions of the retirement plan that you were covered by in your last public employment determine the vested benefit. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/vested-retirement-benefitAlmond Volunteer Fire Department – Cash Shortage (2014M-113)
… 13, 2014. Background The Almond Volunteer Fire Department is located in the Village of Almond in Allegany and Steuben … process. While Department bylaws state that the Treasurer is responsible for all financial activity, they do not detail … are approved prior to payment and supporting documentation is properly maintained. Annually audit the Treasurer’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/08/08/almond-volunteer-fire-department-cash-shortage-2014m-113South Fallsburg Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-181)
… May 13, 2013. Background The South Fallsburg Fire District is a district corporation of the State, distinct and separate … a monthly basis. Ensure that the Annual Financial Report is filed with the Office of the State Comptroller within 60 … Ensure that the annual audit of the financial records is performed in a timely manner. … The purpose of our audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/09/13/south-fallsburg-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operationsOlcott Fire Company, Inc. – Financial Operations (2013M-124)
… internal controls over the Company’s financial operations for the period January 1, 2012, through March 12, 2013. … was from the Town. The Company’s expenses totaled $351,781 for the 2012 fiscal year. Key Findings The Board did not … We identified payments made totaling approximately $8,500 for services and equipment that were never used. We also …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/08/16/olcott-fire-company-inc-financial-operations-2013m-124Lakeland Fire District – Travel and Conference Costs (2013M-145)
… Update the travel and conference policy and monitor compliance. Review the questionable travel payments …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/08/23/lakeland-fire-district-travel-and-conference-costs-2013m-145Jericho Fire District – Professional Services (2012M-236)
… controls over the procurement of professional services for the period January 1, 2011 to July 31, 2012. Background … governs the District. The District’s total expenditures for the 2011 fiscal year were approximately $3.5 million. Key … period. District officials did not solicit competition for the services provided by any of the five professionals, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/02/01/jericho-fire-district-professional-services-2012m-236Eagle Matt Lee Fire Company Number One Inc. – Financial Operations (2012M-213)
… June 13, 2012. Background The Eagle Matt Lee Fire Company is a volunteer organization located in the Village of … Spa, in Saratoga County. The Board of Directors, which is responsible for the Company’s overall general and … are not reviewed by anyone other than the Treasurer. There is no record that Audit Committee audited and approved the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/01/11/eagle-matt-lee-fire-company-number-one-inc-financial-operations-2012m-213Franklin County – Fiscal Stress (2013M-252)
… 1, 2009, to June 30, 2013. Background Franklin County is located in northeastern New York State and has a population of approximately 51,600. The County is governed by the County Legislature which is composed of seven members, one of whom also serves as the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/10/04/franklin-county-fiscal-stress-2013m-252City of Beacon – Internal Controls Over Cash Receipts and Information Technology (2012M-224)
… of internal controls over selected financial activities for the period January 1, 2011, to May 31, 2012. Background … Council members who are the legislative body responsible for setting the City’s governing policies. The 2012 general … park and recreation, or building permit fees. Invoices for payment of sludge fees were not always billed to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2013/01/18/city-beacon-internal-controls-over-cash-receipts-and-information-technology-2012m20-Year Benefit (Section 384-d) – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… Eligibility You will be eligible to retire with 20 or more years of creditable service, … as a firefighter or police officer under the 20-year plan; Service as a member or officer of the New York State … 65. If you are over age 65 when your employer adopts this benefit, you must be separated from service within three …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/20-year-benefit-section-384-d