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New York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era
… Subscribe for Latest Updates The State Comptroller’s office is … due to the COVID-19 pandemic leaves a daunting path ahead for the State to climb back to pre-recession employment levels. For New York City, the picture is even more troubling. New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/covid-19-september-2-2020DiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for April 2017
… waste or other improprieties. Cumulatively through April for calendar year 2017, DiNapoli's office has approved 5,733 … financial officer, DiNapoli's office reviews contracts for all state agencies and certain state public authorities … playing field is level and taxpayers get the best value for their money. These independent audits also help ensure …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/05/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-and-payment-actions-april-2017State Agencies Bulletin No. 1805
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic Dues … Payroll Deduction mailbox. … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic Dues increase …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1805-new-york-state-correctional-officers-police-benevolent-association-0DiNapoli: Improved Guidance Needed for State Agencies Using AI To Avoid Risks
… New York state’s centralized guidance and oversight of agencies’ use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is inadequate and creates a … the Office for the Aging (NYSOFA), the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-improved-guidance-needed-state-agencies-using-ai-avoid-risksShareholders Cheer Lowe's New Green Energy Initiatives
… had communicated with the company in preparation for a possible shareholder proposal seeking lower emissions … energy to power its stores. "Lowe's is to be commended for responding to shareholders' climate risk concerns and … and their impact on the environment." "We commend Lowe's for committing to explore clean energy investments for its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/shareholders-cheer-lowes-new-green-energy-initiativesNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Files Suit Against Wynn Resorts' Board of Directors
… as fiduciaries of the company. Among its requests for relief, DiNapoli's lawsuit seeks to have Wynn Resorts' … in the nation. The Fund's fiscal year ends March 31, 2018. For access to state and local government spending and more …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-files-suit-against-wynn-resorts-board-directorsHousing Trust Fund Corporation – Oversight of the Rural Rental Assistance Program
… The audit covered the period from April 2019 through June 2024. About the Program HTFC, a component of Homes and … rental subsidies. According to HTFC’s data, in May 2024, HTFC paid subsidies totaling approximately $1.9 million … units. For the period April 2019 through January 2024, HTFC spent about $99 million on RRAP subsidies. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/12/20/housing-trust-fund-corporation-oversight-rural-rental-assistance-programDiNapoli Restricts Investments in 21 Shale Oil & Gas Companies
… Corp., that have failed to demonstrate they are prepared for the transition to a low-carbon economy, New York State … in 2007, DiNapoli has been recognized as a global leader for his efforts to protect the Fund’s investments, address … change and pursue sustainable investment opportunities for the Fund. In 2019, DiNapoli released a Climate Action …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/dinapoli-restricts-investments-21-shale-oil-gas-companiesTown of Cohocton – Procurement (2025M-13)
… Generally, municipal purchases should be made in the best interest of the taxpayers. One of the best methods for helping ensure that goods and services are acquired in a cost-effective manner is to seek competition that is often required by New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2025/07/03/town-cohocton-procurement-2025m-13New York State Comptroller DiNapoli and New York City Retirement Systems and Pension Funds Announce Appointment as Lead Plaintiffs in Wynn Resorts Shareholder Lawsuit
… through its apparent failure to hold Mr. Wynn accountable for repeatedly harassing employees on company property. We … a blind eye to, and covered up, misconduct that lasted for more than a decade. Our suit seeks to hold the board and its directors accountable for failing to meet their fiduciary obligations to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-new-york-city-retirement-systems-and-pension-funds-announceDiNapoli: NY Pension Fund Reaches Climate Agreements With Five Portfolio Companies
… of my top priorities is safeguarding the investments made for the benefit of the more than one million participants in … guidelines to include updates on the Fund’s expectations for portfolio companies’ climate performance including … technology solutions principally in Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development markets. EQT Fund VI …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-ny-pension-fund-reaches-climate-agreements-five-portfolio-companiesDiNapoli Announces New Technology Investment Through Contour Venture Partners
… Fund has partnered with Contour Venture Partners for a total of twenty investments through the In-State … opportunities are proof that the program is a win for the Fund and a win for companies in communities around the state.” "This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/dinapoli-announces-new-technology-investment-through-contour-venture-partnersDiNapoli Announces $15 Million Investment in Northern Ireland
… heartened by the news from New York — at this special time for the Irish across the globe, St. Patrick’s Day — of a … his longstanding resolve to ensure equality of employment for all has been a key building block in our economic … in the region’s economy as well as attractive returns for the New York State Common Retirement Fund.” Crescent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/dinapoli-announces-15-million-investment-northern-irelandComptroller DiNapoli and Acting Nassau County DA Singas: Pension Scammer Sentenced
… Retirement System $465,647, as part of his sentence today for defrauding the retirement system in a double-dipping … and collect pension payments on top of a generous public salary,” State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said. … unlawful pension payments while earning a final full-time salary of $112,000 with Nassau Community College. Hoffman was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/comptroller-dinapoli-and-acting-nassau-county-da-singas-pension-scammer-sentencedAdult Career and Continuing Education Services – Vocational Rehabilitation Supported Employment Program (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial audit … achieve and maintain employment and to support independent living through training, education, rehabilitation, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/27/adult-career-and-continuing-education-services-vocational-rehabilitation-supportedTravel Advisory No. 15
… Effective August 20, 2021, the temporary eligibility for full personal vehicle mileage reimbursement is no longer … employees may be required to sign a certification form such as the AC 132-S , Employee Report of Travel Expenses and Claim for Payment. This form can either be submitted to a proxy for processing, or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/travel-advisory/15-covid-19-travel-and-expense-temporary-exceptionsBrighton Central School District – Procurement (2022M-205)
… statutory requirements and good business practices. Of the nine CIP contracts totaling $4.4 million awarded to … awarded two contracts, totaling $2.8 million. Instead of competitively bidding these contracts, officials used …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2023/06/02/brighton-central-school-district-procurement-2022m-205North Syracuse Central School District – Professional Services (2022M-34)
… School District (District) officials sought competition for the procurement of professional services and entered into … we reviewed, they did not always seek competition for professional services in accordance with District policy. … providers without seeking competition. Used a request for proposals (RFP) process to select certain professional …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2022/07/29/north-syracuse-central-school-district-professional-services-2022m-34Fonda-Fultonville Central School District – Reserves Management (2021M-157)
… report - pdf ] Audit Objective Determine whether the Board of Education (Board) properly managed reserve funds. Key … and develop a written plan for future funding and use of reserve funds and ensure amounts are necessary and … to the appropriate remedy for addressing improper funding of and transfer of funds from reserves. District officials …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2022/02/04/fonda-fultonville-central-school-district-reserves-management-2021m-157New Funding Needed for MTA Improvements to Prevent Unplanned Fare and Toll Hikes
… If new funding sources for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) are not identified, the authority may have to raise fares and tolls faster than planned to improve a system that has … stations, repair shops, pumps and emergency ventilation equipment have not been restored to a state of good repair, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/new-funding-needed-mta-improvements-prevent-unplanned-fare-and-toll-hikes