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Using Open Book New York
Join us for a demonstration of Open Book New York and learn how to access public municipal financial data for your own analysis. We will highlight the various reports available in Open Book New York and discuss potential uses of the data.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/using-open-book-new-york-12-14-22.pdfNYSLRS Regulation 315.4 for Elected and Appointed Officials
This session will cover the reporting requirements under Regulation 315.4 for elected and appointed officials who are members of the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS). We will discuss what is required for elected and appointed officials, and employers.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/nyslrs-regulation-reporting-030123.pdfMultiyear Financial Planning Webinar Presentation
This session will help local governments create an effective multiyear financial planning process that helps identify and manage potential fiscal difficulties before crises emerge. We will discuss suggestions on how to make good long-term revenue and expenditure projections; measure expected benefit
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/multiyear-financial-planning-07-27-22.pdfStreet Construction-Related Permits (2020-N-6)
To determine whether the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) ensures that all street construction permittees have complied with the application requirements and permit conditions, including completing the project by the scheduled permit expiration date. We also determined whether DOT...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-20n6.pdfFiscal Oversight Responsibilities of the Governing Board Webinar Presentation
The governing board’s oversight role can touch virtually every aspect of a local government’s operations. This session will discuss some key functions including budget responsibilities, interim reporting, the audit of claims, and the annual audit requirements. We will also provide resources availabl
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/2022/pdf/fiscal-oversight-responsibilities-of-the-governing-board-4-27-2022.pdfStreet and Sidewalk Cleanliness (2019-N-1) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) effectively monitors the cleanliness of New York City’s (NYC) streets and sidewalks. We also assessed the methodology used by the Mayor’s Office of Operations to rate street and sidewalk cleanliness.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2020-19n1-response.pdfAccounting for Capital Assets
A municipality's inventory of capital assets often represents its most significant investment of resources. This session will cover the proper accounting for these valuable assets. We will also discuss best practices to ensure these assets are properly safeguarded from theft or loss.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/accounting-capital-assets-110624.pdfManaging Cash Flow
This webinar will help local officials understand various procedures to control and account for cash. We will include key information on cash control and reporting, collection and disbursement procedures and cash flow forecasting and how these activities affect cash flow models.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/managing-cash-flow-022625.pdfComptrollers DiNapoli & Stringer Call on Corporations to Protect LGBT Rights Around World
… where LGBT rights are increasingly under attack. Anti-gay legislation in Russia and certain countries in Africa … and other posts depicting violence against the Russian gay community continue to appear on VKontakte (VK.com). The … itself "Occupy Pedophilia," has used VK.com to lure gay men and teens to apartments in a number of Russian cities …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/comptrollers-dinapoli-stringer-call-corporations-protect-lgbt-rights-around-worldOpinion 95-28
… Area Builders , supra ). The intent to pre-empt may be express (see Jancyn Manufacturing Corp. v County of Suffolk , …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-28Opinion 2000-5
… FUNDS -- Snow and Ice Removal and Road Repair Reserve Fund (transfer of moneys from the highway fund to) -- Highway Fund (transfer of moneys from to a snow … Law §104, must specify the following: (1) the amount of money necessary to be levied and collected for the repair and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-5Opinion 2004-4
… Contracts (law partner of school board member as attorney for school district) -- Interest in Contract (law partner of school board member as attorney for school district) -- Legal Services (law partner of school board member as attorney for school district) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §800(3): …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2004-4Governor Cuomo and Comptroller DiNapoli Appoint First-Ever Decarbonization Advisory Panel
… Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the members of the state's first-ever Decarbonization Advisory Panel, which was … advise the Comptroller, as trustee of the $209.1 billion New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund), on how best to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/governor-cuomo-and-comptroller-dinapoli-appoint-first-ever-decarbonization-advisory-panelComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… and Cash Receipts (Nassau County) Village officials do not require the use of requisitions and purchase orders …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsService Credit – Divorce and Your Benefits
… pension was established by the State Court of Appeals in Majauskas v. Majauskas. Service credit is a factor in both … service credit earned during the marriage will be credited to the spouse even if purchased after the marriage ends. … provides this benefit. In these cases, NYSLRS will not allocate a portion of the additional service to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/divorce/service-creditDiNapoli: Read Fine Print on Gift Cards this Holiday Season
… on gift cards this holiday season for details about fees and expiration dates. While some gift card sellers have done … from unused gift cards. Taking a minute to read the terms when purchasing or receiving gift cards can help you … has been inactive for at least 12 months. All terms and conditions for a card must be disclosed directly on the card …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/dinapoli-read-fine-print-gift-cards-holiday-seasonPleasantville Union Free School District – Financial Condition (2015M-311)
… aside in each reserve, how each reserve would be funded or when each reserve would be used. Two of the District’s … the future purpose, use and replenishment of funds, when appropriate. … Pleasantville Union Free School District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/03/04/pleasantville-union-free-school-district-financial-condition-2015m-311Williamsville Central School District – Financial Management (2022M-193)
… As a result, the District levied more taxes than needed to fund operations. The Board and District officials: … with our findings but indicated that they planned to initiate corrective action. Appendix B includes our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2023/04/14/williamsville-central-school-district-financial-management-2022m-193Weedsport Central School District – Procurement and Claims Audit (2021M-199)
… [read complete report - pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether Weedsport … were paid. District officials did not seek competition for purchases totaling $736,858 made from two vendors and … into a written contract and did not seek competition for the District’s external audit services, as required. 23 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2022/07/01/weedsport-central-school-district-procurement-and-claims-audit-2021m-199Village of Islandia – Procurement (2021M-203)
… [read complete report - pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether Village of … interest. Key Recommendations Obtain the required number of competitive bids, quotes, proposals or pre-approval … Revise the procurement policy to provide a detailed method for procuring professional services. Ensure that officials …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2022/05/06/village-islandia-procurement-2021m-203