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DiNapoli: 27 NY Local Governments Persistently Delinquent in Filing Required Financial Data to the State
… as required, giving stakeholders information they can use to make financial decisions, a number do not,” DiNapoli said. “Failing to file for three or more years calls into question the … of Legally Required Local Government Reports Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/03/dinapoli-27-ny-local-governments-persistently-delinquent-filing-required-financial-data-stateWallkill Fire District – Inappropriate Payments and Purchase (2015M-39)
… 28, 2014. Background The Wallkill Fire District is located in the Town of Shawangunk in Ulster County. The District is a district corporation of … authorizing payment. The audit should ensure that each claim has detailed supporting information. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2016/01/08/wallkill-fire-district-inappropriate-payments-and-purchase-2015m-39DiNapoli Announces Fiscal Stress Scores
… years are Niagara Falls, Poughkeepsie, Amsterdam and Long Beach. DiNapoli’s Fiscal Stress Monitoring System was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-announces-fiscal-stress-scoresDebt Issuance Approval Request Form
All information requested on this form shall be submitted at least 5 business days but no later than one business day prior to the pricing via email.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/debt/excel/debt-approval-form.xlsxDivision of Investigations: Complaint Form
DiNapoli encourages the public to help fight fraud and abuse. You can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money here.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/investigations/pdf/investigations-complaint-form.pdfOpinion 89-42
… Deposits and Investments (authority to invest in Treasury Bills under "Treasury Direct" program) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, … temporarily invest in short term United States Treasury bills issued in book-entry form, which are registered in the … of village funds in short term United States Treasury bills under a system known as "Treasury Direct." Under this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-42Town of Worcester – Claims Audit (2022M-145)
… as an itemized receipt or invoice. 23 claims had sales tax totaling $243. Key Recommendations Perform a thorough and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2023/02/10/town-worcester-claims-audit-2022m-145Norwood-Norfolk Central School District – Claims Auditing (2016M-288)
… The Norwood-Norfolk Central School District is located in the Towns of Louisville, Madrid, Norfolk, Potsdam and Stockholm in St. Lawrence County. The District, which operates one … claims including those for BOCES-provided services. One claim for a grant contract with BOCES (audited and approved …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/11/04/norwood-norfolk-central-school-district-claims-auditing-2016m-288Minetto Volunteer Fire Company – Misappropriation of Funds and Records and Reports (2014M-222)
… Background The Minetto Volunteer Fire Company is located in Town of Minetto, Oswego County and provides fire … and the Town of Oswego. The Company, which was founded in 1938, is governed by a six-member Board of Directors and … financial activity. Key Recommendations Require that each claim be properly supported by a detailed invoice, receipt or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/12/19/minetto-volunteer-fire-company-misappropriation-funds-and-records-andOpinion 91-30
… equipment and supplies under State contracts through the New York State Office of General Services subject to rules …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-30Comptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Indictment of NYC Councilman Ruben Wills In Public Corruption Scheme
… $30,000 and a subsequent attempt by the Councilman to cover their tracks. “The crimes Mr. Wills is accused of … General Schneiderman. “New Yorkers are repeatedly asked to have faith in our leaders, and it appears that faith has … Comptroller’s Office at 1-888-672-4555; file a complaint online at [email protected]; or mail a complaint …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-indictment-nyc-councilman-ruben-wills-publicNew Yorkers in Need: A Look at Poverty Trends in New York State for the Last Decade
… in poverty, or 13.9 percent, compared to 12.8 percent of all Americans. Poverty rates are higher than 13 percent in … – Share of Population in Poverty by Rural and Urban County Classification, 2020 Source: USDA/ERS, State Fact Sheets: … slowed, and may be poised to decline in coming months; low-wage workers were disproportionately affected by the job …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorkers-need-look-poverty-trends-new-york-state-last-decadePersonal Income Tax Refunds
… (Department) for payment were appropriate and processed in accordance with applicable New York State tax laws and … refunds totaling about $43.9 million, as summarized in the following table: Refunds Reason for Stopping Refunds … incorrect information 1,468 4,803,844 Taxpayer failed to claim correct income 604 4,389,218 Other 235 2,154,774 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/06/07/personal-income-tax-refundsDelhi Joint Fire District – Cash Receipts and Disbursements (2020M-142)
… and supported. Key Findings The Board ensured the $746,000 in cash receipts were deposited, recorded and reported and … to ensure that all receipts were deposited. $4,700 in fees were waived without evidence of Board approval. $300 … approval. The Board approved this payment after the claim was paid. Key Recommendations Require someone other …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2021/02/19/delhi-joint-fire-district-cash-receipts-and-disbursements-2020m-142Center Moriches Union Free School District – Medicaid Reimbursements (2017M-174)
… did not claim $117,670 in costs for individual education plan (IEP)-related services provided to Medicaid-eligible … parental consents, prescriptions and service encounter details. Ensure that all IEP-related services are provided …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2017/12/22/center-moriches-union-free-school-district-medicaid-reimbursements-2017mTown of Otselic – Selected Financial Operations (2012M-220)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Board’s oversight of selected … activities for the period January 1, 2011, through June 4, 2012. Background The Town of Otselic is located in Chenango … Town of Otselic Selected Financial Operations 2012M220 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/03/08/town-otselic-selected-financial-operations-2012m-220Opinion 88-24
… views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues … a town recreation program. These costs include gasoline, electricity, the cost of use of a tractor and compensation … the private pond, such as the cost of gasoline and electricity, but also for the use of a tractor and for labor …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-24Addiction Support Services During Emergencies (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report, Addiction Support Services … type (e.g., residential, inpatient, opioid treatment). In 2019, OASAS issued guidance—referred to as Local Service … and re-evaluate it following any incidents. Further, in 2013, the State created the New York State Evacuation of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/06/18/addiction-support-services-during-emergencies-followApalachin Fire District – Oversight of Financial Operations (2013M-25)
… for the 2012 fiscal year. Key Findings The District does have adequate financial policies and procedures. The … Board and has filed the required annual financial report with the Office of State Comptroller. The Board does authorize each claim for payment and indicates their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/05/10/apalachin-fire-district-oversight-financial-operations-2013m-25Town of Baldwin – Claims Auditing (2023M-113)
… Town of Baldwin (Town) Board (Board) properly audited and approved claims prior to payment. Key Findings The Board … unable to determine and the Board was unable to support it approved claims before payment. We reviewed 71 claims (out of … the Town of Baldwin Town Board Board properly audited and approved claims prior to payment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2023/12/08/town-baldwin-claims-auditing-2023m-113