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A Statement from Comptroller DiNapoli on the Murder of George Floyd
… change. Acknowledging systemic racism is a start. The next step is tangible, comprehensive action. Change to address …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/06/statement-comptroller-dinapoli-murder-george-floydCayuga County – Court and Trust Funds (2024-C&T-5)
… of our review was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and … of our review was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2024/09/27/cayuga-county-court-and-trust-funds-2024-ct-5Facility Structure, Safety, and Health Code Waivers (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Facility Structure, Safety, and … health clinics. These facilities are required to operate in compliance with architectural codes and safety regulations … efficiently and effectively ascertain what waivers were in place at a given facility, nor could it identify the code …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/12/08/facility-structure-safety-and-health-code-waivers-followChurchill School and Center – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… Purpose To determine whether the costs reported by the Churchill School and Center on its Consolidated Fiscal … Section 853 of the State Education Law (Law), to children in kindergarten through 12th grade. Pursuant to the Law, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/05/27/churchill-school-and-center-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualInternal Controls Over Selected Financial Operations
… Objective To determine whether the Division of Military and Naval Affairs (DMNA) has adequate controls … manages the State’s military forces, which are composed of the New York Army National Guard, New York Air National … by NGB for expenses it incurs in operations and training of the State Army and Air National Guard. Key Findings …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/04/27/internal-controls-over-selected-financial-operationsTown of Dunkirk – Justice Court (2013M-106)
… internal controls over the Court’s financial operations for the period January 1, 2012, through March 15, 2013. … Key Recommendations Prepare an accountability analysis for all moneys held by the Court on a monthly basis. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/06/28/town-dunkirk-justice-court-2013m-106Westchester County – Court and Trust Funds (2024-C&T-3)
… made pursuant to court orders commonly involve surplus money from foreclosures and contract disputes resulting in a … annual basis to the State Comptroller accounting for all money, securities and other properties deposited to courts … Recommendations The Commissioner should ensure that all money deemed abandoned property is paid to the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/court-and-trust/2024/08/23/westchester-county-court-and-trust-funds-2024-ct-3Steuben County – Court and Trust Funds (2024-C&T-4)
… the court and then delivered to the County Commissioner of Finance (Commissioner) for safekeeping. Payments made … lien. 1 These actions are recorded in the County Clerk’s office when payments are deposited as required by … the Surrogate’s Court. Together, the Commissioner, County Clerk and Surrogate’s Court must develop sound procedures and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2024/09/13/steuben-county-court-and-trust-funds-2024-ct-4Delaware County – Court and Trust Funds (2022-C&T-2)
… controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2019 through March 24, … Court Clerk (Clerk) did not maintain appropriate court and trust fund records. The Surrogate’s Court Clerk did not make … The Surrogate’s Court Clerk should enter all court and trust fund actions into the surrogate’s register 1 The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2022/07/22/delaware-county-court-and-trust-funds-2022-ct-2Lewis County – Court and Trust Funds (2024-C&T-1)
The purpose of our review was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1 2021 through January 24 2024
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2024/03/22/lewis-county-court-and-trust-funds-2024-ct-1Comptroller DiNapoli, A.G. Schneiderman & Acting Tax Commissioner Manion Announce $4.3 Million Settlement With Owners of For-Profit School Network for Overcharging State; Failing To Pay Taxes
… services rendered by SDS and for failing to pay millions in personal and corporate income tax. Following a coordinated … vulnerable New Yorkers and punish those who exploit those in need and defraud the taxpayers." “We won’t allow special … Protection Bureau, which enforces the New York State False Claims Act including tax claims made thereunder, is a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-acting-tax-commissioner-manion-announce-43-million-settlementMohawk Valley Faces Challenges But Bright Spots Exist
… and child poverty rates are higher in the region than for the state as a whole, but ongoing efforts aim to … paper and textile production. Manufacturing accounted for 16,707 jobs in the region in 2017, now the fourth largest … by improving existing housing stock and infrastructure. For nearly four decades, Utica has encouraged immigrants from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/mohawk-valley-faces-challenges-bright-spots-existDiNapoli: Former Pulaski Assistant Village Clerk Charged in Theft of Fees
… partnership with the Pulaski Police Department and Oswego County District Attorney Gregory S. Oakes after town … discovered the alleged thefts. She was arraigned in Richland Town Court. "Dillabough allegedly abused her … this public official responsible for her actions." Oswego County District Attorney Gregory S. Oakes stated, "I wish to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-former-pulaski-assistant-village-clerk-charged-theft-feesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics, District II
… paid AAP approximately $1.5 million under these contracts for expenses related to various immunization initiatives. Key … to the Department 16 Standard Vouchers and 1 Claim for Payment (together referenced as “vouchers”) as “just, … to contain material false information related to charges for Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits, program …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/02/28/american-academy-pediatrics-district-iiLivingston County Court and Trust Funds (2022-C&T-4)
… money from foreclosures and contract disputes resulting in a mechanic’s lien. 1 These actions are recorded in the County Clerk’s office when payments are deposited as required by court order. Additionally, in certain circumstances 2 funds from estates are entrusted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2022/07/15/livingston-county-court-and-trust-funds-2022-ct-4Herkimer County – Court and Trust Funds (2023-C&T-2)
… for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2021 through September 22, 2023. Background Pursuant to a … recorded. 1 Security interest in property filed to ensure payment for contracted services rendered on the property. 2 When the whereabouts of any person entitled to payment from the estate is unknown. … The purpose of our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2023/12/15/herkimer-county-court-and-trust-funds-2023-ct-2Opinion 98-4
… in a county, the duties of the tax levying body provided for in Real Property Tax Law, §554 in connection with … to municipalities in this State. Accordingly, for purposes of this opinion, we will discuss only State … is no official so empowered, to an official responsible for the payment of bills upon audit of the appropriate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-4DiNapoli: Former Pennellville Fire Chief Pleads Guilty
… Thomas P. DiNapoli said. “Stealing gas for yourself is a crime, no matter the amount,” DiNapoli said. “I urge all fire … have led to more than 130 arrests and $26 million in money recovered since 2011. Since taking office in 2007, DiNapoli has committed to fighting public corruption …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/dinapoli-former-pennellville-fire-chief-pleads-guiltyStreet and Sidewalk Cleanliness (Follow-Up)
… recommendations included in our initial audit report, Street and Sidewalk Cleanliness (Report 2019-N-1 ). About the … and assessed the methodology used by Operations to rate street and sidewalk cleanliness. The audit, which covered the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/10/25/street-and-sidewalk-cleanliness-followProcurement and Contracting Practices (Follow-Up)
… the procurement and contracting practices of the New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS), formerly known as the New York State Office for Technology, resulted in the best value for … levels of the agency, that disregarded the New York State Finance Law, the State's Procurement Guidelines and the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/04/16/procurement-and-contracting-practices-follow