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Village of Montgomery – Purchasing and Information Technology (2013M-210)
… (IT) operations for the period June 1, 2011, through January 9, 2013. Background The Village of Montgomery is located in the Town of Montgomery in Orange County and has … number of quotes or RFPs Village personnel should obtain when purchasing items not subject to competitive bidding. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/10/25/village-montgomery-purchasing-and-information-technology-2013m-210Village of Kenmore – Wastewater Processing Costs and Information Technology (2013M-73)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the wastewater service agreement and internal … Village officials have not made a substantive effort to use available resources to gain a better understanding of … from the Town for accuracy. Our review of the sewer camera log maintained by the Village DPW from July 5, 2011, through …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/06/14/village-kenmore-wastewater-processing-costs-and-information-technology-2013m-73Village of Hoosick Falls – Internal Controls Over Selected Operations (2013M-1)
… are approximately $3.2 million. Key Findings The Board has not adopted policies establishing responsibilities and duties … of duties performed by the Treasurer. Village officials do not review payroll in a timely manner, and there is no … records or physical inventories completed. Three employees have access to all financial software functions enabling them …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/03/29/village-hoosick-falls-internal-controls-over-selected-operations-2013m-1Best Practices – Information Technology Contingency Planning
… There are several steps entities can take to improve their ability to quickly restore electronic … There are several steps entities can take to improve their ability to quickly restore electronic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-contingency-planning/best-practices-0DiNapoli: Ontario County Resident Pleads Guilty to Stealing Funds From New York State Retirement System
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Ontario County District Attorney James Ritts announced today … taxpayers,” DiNapoli said. “Thanks to our partnership with Ontario County District Attorney James Ritts and Ontario County Sheriff Kevin Henderson, we were able to stop …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/dinapoli-ontario-county-resident-pleads-guilty-stealing-funds-new-york-state-retirement-systemEast Ramapo Central School District – Budget Review (B21-5-4)
… [ read complete report - pdf ] Purpose of Budget Review The objective of this review was to provide an independent evaluation of the East Ramapo … The objective of this review was to provide an independent evaluation of the East Ramapo …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2021/05/05/east-ramapo-central-school-district-budget-review-b21-5-4Village of Delanson – Internal Controls Over Selected Financial Operations (2012M-232)
… not maintain appropriate, complete and accurate records to detail real property tax and water rent billings and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/03/29/village-delanson-internal-controls-over-selected-financial-operations-2012m-232State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of Dunkirk City School District , … "By auditing municipal finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that … State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of Dunkirk City School District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0Village of Greenwich – Justice Court Operations (2014M-023)
… 31, 2013. Background The Village of Greenwich is located in Washington County and has a population of approximately … control. The Justice did not deposit all collections in a timely manner, as required by law. The Justice did not … monthly bank reconciliations and accountability analyses in a timely manner. The Justice should maintain adequate cash …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/justice-court/2014/05/30/village-greenwich-justice-court-operations-2014m-023Town of Otto – Town Clerk and Tax Collector (2012M-214)
… Background The Town of Otto is a rural community located in Cattaraugus County, with a population of 800 residents. … prevented. Key Recommendations Provide documentation to law enforcement officials concerning the misappropriation of … reports, tax stubs and escrow lists. Impose penalties on taxpayers making payment after the penalty free period. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/01/18/town-otto-town-clerk-and-tax-collector-2012m-214DiNapoli: State's Financial Hole Deepens, Tax Revenues Trail $3.2 Billion in 2020
New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today said that state tax receipts are $32 billion lower than last year as he released the State Cash Report for August
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/09/dinapoli-states-financial-hole-deepens-tax-revenues-trail-32-billion-2020Medicaid Overpayments for Medicare Advantage Plan Services (Follow-Up)
… C, managed care companies administer Medicare benefits and offer different health care plans (referred to as … Plan, Medicaid is generally the secondary payer and reimburses providers for financial balances not covered by the Plan (typically deductibles and coinsurance). Our initial audit report, issued on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/07/01/medicaid-overpayments-medicare-advantage-plan-services-followTown of Bangor – Board Oversight (2012M-193)
… to May 31, 2012. Background The Town of Bangor is located in Franklin County and has approximately 2,220 residents. The … The Board’s review of claims was inadequate, resulting in claims being paid prior to Board audit and approval, … responsibilities to Town officers and employees that are in compliance with laws and regulations. Town officers and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/02/01/town-bangor-board-oversight-2012m-193Town of Alexandria – Non-payroll Cash Disbursements and Fuel Inventory (2013M-129)
… makes to or on behalf of the Chamber. Ensure that the Town does not enter into any contract in which a Town officer or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/08/02/town-alexandria-non-payroll-cash-disbursements-and-fuel-inventory-2013m-129Service Credit Purchase Payments – Legacy Reporting
… a direct trustee-to-trustee transfer from an eligible retirement tax-sheltered plan or account (this method can … to manage and make additional payments is through their Retirement Online member accounts . If members request … NYSLRS employers report information about employees through Retirement Online including their earnings the number of days …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/legacy-reporting/service-credit-purchase-paymentsMedicaid Program – Overpayments for Therapy Services and Prescription Drugs Covered by Medicare
… care providers’ Medicaid claims for therapy services and prescription drugs that are covered by Medicare. The audit … the period January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2016 for prescription drugs and January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2017 … occupational, and speech therapy services, as well as prescription drugs. When these services are rendered to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/10/30/medicaid-program-overpayments-therapy-services-and-prescription-drugs-covered-medicareControls Over Unclaimed Bottle Deposits (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Controls Over Unclaimed Bottle Deposits (Report 2016-S-96 ). Background The … register with the Department and remit 80 percent of any unclaimed bottle deposits to the Department on a quarterly … Department collected $117.7 million and $112.9 million in unclaimed bottle deposits in the State fiscal years ended …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/10/15/controls-over-unclaimed-bottle-deposits-followPawling Central School District – Selected Financial Activities (2012M-185)
… Background The Pawling Central School District is located in the Town of Pawling in Dutchess and Putnam counties. The District is governed by … project and burdened District taxpayers with $1.3 million in unnecessary borrowing. Further, the District paid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/02/08/pawling-central-school-district-selected-financial-activities-2012m-185State Agencies Bulletin No. 266
… Purpose To explain the General Checking Account bank change from Key Bank to Fleet Bank Affected Employees All employees who … To explain the General Checking Account bank change from Key Bank to Fleet Bank …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/266-bank-account-change-new-york-state-employee-payroll-checksAudit of the Tuition Assistance Program at Plaza College
… Purpose To determine whether Plaza College complied with the Education Law and the Commissioner of Education’s Rules and Regulations when certifying students for State-funded Tuition Assistance … To determine whether Plaza College complied with the Education Law and the Commissioner of Educations Rules …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/11/05/audit-tuition-assistance-program-plaza-college