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State Contract and Payment Actions in December
… In December, the Office of the State Comptroller approved 2,332 contracts for state agencies and public authorities valued at $75.6 billion … In December the Office of the State Comptroller approved 2332 contracts for state agencies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/state-contract-and-payment-actions-decemberDiNapoli: Audit Finds Major Shortcomings in Oversight of School Safety Planning
… The State Education Department (SED) needs to improve its efforts to ensure school districts are following state requirements for school safety planning, including … The State Education Department SED needs to improve its efforts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/dinapoli-audit-finds-major-shortcomings-oversight-school-safety-planningFinger Lakes Region Leads the Way Statewide in Agricultural Sales, Topping $2 Billion
… The critical role farms play in New York cannot be overstated, both as an economic engine for … industry as outlined in a new report released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “New York’s diverse farms are an essential part of the state’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-agriculture-report-reveals-economic-growth-and-challenges-facing-new-york-farms-finger-lakesComptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today the … which is administered pursuant to a contract with the New York Apple Association. Department of Health: Medicaid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Asks for Report on Due Diligence in Wake of Dakota Pipeline Controversy
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, on behalf of the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund), is calling on Marathon … State Comptroller DiNapoli on behalf of the New York State Common Retirement Fund is calling on Marathon …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-asks-report-due-diligence-wake-dakota-pipeline-controversyTown of Alexandria – Misappropriation of Cash Receipts (2015M-159)
… The purpose of our audit was to examine the former Clerk’s records and financial practices for the period January 1, … of cash receipts and performing an audit of the financial records of the Clerk and other departments. Key … audit, or obtain an annual audit of, the financial records and reports of all Town officers and employees who …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2016/03/25/town-alexandria-misappropriation-cash-receipts-2015m-159Town of DePeyster – Town Clerk Operation-Tax Collection (2015M-91)
… Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Clerk’s records and procedures for tax collection for the period … or retain an independent auditor to audit, the books and records of the Clerk. Key Recommendations Take appropriate … Perform or contract for an annual audit of the Clerk’s records and reports and perform more frequent monitoring of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2015/10/26/town-depeyster-town-clerk-operation-tax-collection-2015m-91State Agencies Bulletin No. 1937
… 2021, which implements the 2019-2023 Agreement between the State of New York and the Public Employees Federation (PEF), … State Agencies Bulletin No 1937 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1937-new-overtime-earnings-codes-overtime-eligible-employees-publicDiNapoli Announces $114 Million of G.O. Bonds Awarded
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today awarded $114.04 million of New York State Series 2019A Tax-Exempt General Obligation Bonds to … State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today awarded $11404 million of New York State Series 2019A TaxExempt General Obligation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/03/dinapoli-announces-114-million-go-bonds-awardedOversight of Student Immunization in Schools
… Purpose To determine if the Department of Health (DOH) and State Education Department (SED) are following the State’s public health procedures to ensure New York’s schools are adequately preventing, and are … To determine if the Department of Health DOH and State Education Department SED are following the States …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/08/16/oversight-student-immunization-schoolsState Agencies Bulletin No. 1835
… row may be affected. Background Due to the Governor’s New York State on PAUSE Initiative, the New York State Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1835-new-queries-identify-employees-receiving-paper-checksOswego City School District - Separation Payments - (2021M-194)
Determine whether Oswego City School District (District) officials calculated separation payments to certain District employees in accordance with Board-approved employment contracts or collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/oswego-2021-194.pdfDiNapoli: Queens Woman Sentenced to Probation and Pays Full Restitution for Stealing $85,000 in NYS Pension Payments Meant for Her Deceased Father
… after being convicted of stealing nearly $85,000 in New York state pension payments meant for her deceased father, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced. The … after being convicted of stealing nearly $85000 in New York state pension payments meant for her deceased father …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-queens-woman-sentenced-probation-and-pays-full-restitution-stealing-85000-nys-pensionDiNapoli: NYS Pension Fund Commits an Additional $2.4 Billion Through Sustainable Investment Program
… The New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) committed an additional … Investments and Climate Solutions (SICS) Program, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, trustee of the Fund, … The New York State Common Retirement Fund Fund committed an additional …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-nys-pension-fund-commits-additional-24-billion-through-sustainable-investment-programDiNapoli: Queens Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing $85,000 in NYS Pension Payments Meant for Her Deceased Father
… to felony grand larceny for stealing nearly $85,000 in New York state pension payments meant for her deceased father, State … David Soares, she has been held accountable.” “The New York State and Local Retirement System is structured to … to felony grand larceny for stealing nearly $85000 in New York state pension payments meant for her deceased father …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-queens-woman-pleads-guilty-stealing-85000-nys-pension-payments-meant-her-deceased-fatherCity of Dunkirk – Budget Review (B25-1-8)
… proposed budget for the next succeeding fiscal year to the State Comptroller no later than 30 days before the date … of the budget, must review all recommendations made by the State Comptroller and must make adjustments to its budget … complete, accurate, and current accounting and financial records significantly limited our review and precluded us …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2025/11/21/city-dunkirk-budget-review-b25-1-8DiNapoli: Rochester Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing $121,000 in Pension Checks Sent to Late Grandmother
… woman pleaded guilty to stealing more than $121,000 in state pension checks that were sent to her deceased grandmother, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Monroe County District … woman pleaded guilty to stealing more than $121000 in state pension checks that were sent to her deceased …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/dinapoli-rochester-woman-pleads-guilty-stealing-121000-pension-checks-sent-late-grandmotherState Pension Employer Contribution Rates Announced for 2020-21, Assumed Rate of Return Lowered
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) employer … New York State and Local Retirement System NYSLRS employer contribution rates for State Fiscal Year 202021 will remain the same as the previous …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/08/state-pension-employer-contribution-rates-announced-2020-21-assumed-rate-return-lowered2024 Stewardship Priorities & Proxy Voting Guideline Updates
The New York State Common Retirement Fund’s Corporate Governance Program actively engages with the Fund’s public equity portfolio companies to foster the development of robust governance practices and prudent management of environmental and social factors.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/common-retirement-fund/corporate-governance/pdf/2024-stewardhip-priorities-and-proxy-voting-guideline-updates.pdfImproving Government Efficiency and Effectiveness - Lessons Learned from Past OSC Audits
This report summarizes select audits that highlight SGA’s efforts to promote fiscal responsibility and brings renewed attention to ideas that could result in cost savings or revenue enhancements for the State and New York City.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/improving-government-efficiency-and-effectiveness.pdf