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Town of Wappinger - Information Technology (2019M-220)
… (PPSI) on Town servers was adequately protected from unauthorized access, use and loss. Key Findings Town … a breach notification policy, disaster recovery plan or a policy addressing PPSI. Sensitive information technology … that the PPSI on Town servers was adequately protected from unauthorized access use and loss …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2020/03/06/town-wappinger-information-technology-2019m-220DiNapoli: Audits Reveal Millions in Lost Revenue for Local Water Systems
… or improper billing, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The report analyzed the … millions of dollars annually," said DiNapoli. "Across New York, my audits have revealed infrastructure problems, poor …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-audits-reveal-millions-lost-revenue-local-water-systemsAre You Vested? And What It Means
… and retirement plan, sign into your Retirement Online account and go to the 'My Account Summary' section. You can also check your Member Annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/are-you-vested-and-what-it-meansArchived: Legislative Session 2023–2024
… – Relates to the examination of certain sealed records by the New York State Comptroller. Passed the Senate Protest … and exempted contracts, which are otherwise subject to the approval of the State Comptroller. 2023 Constitutional … posting of certain contracts otherwise subject to prior approval of the comptroller. Protest Procedures – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/archived-legislative-session-2023-2024Opinion 2003-4
… … are not, as such, vested with power to bind the [local government]" ( Seif v City of Long Beach , 286 NY 382 at p …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2003-4How To Retrieve a .txt file from NYSLRS using the OSC Secure File Transfer Services Interface
This job aid shows you (a participating organization) how to use the OSC Secure File Transfer Services Interface in order to properly retrieve an outbound .txt file from NYSLRS.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/retirement/third-party-organizations/pdf/vcdp-retrieve-outbound-files.pdfState Agencies Bulletin No. 2031
… a Federal Form Version W-4 – 2020 or later and for whom an IRS Lock-in Letter, Lock-in Adjustment Letter, or Lock-in … withhold per pay period. Lock-in Letters are issued by the IRS when they determine that an employee is either not … withholding allowed. Employers failing to honor the IRS Lock-in requirement could face penalty and may be liable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2031-changes-federal-tax-data-page-including-new-lock-letter-fieldsLocal Sales Tax Collections Up 19% in 2021
… for goods and services and from brick and mortar to online,” DiNapoli said. “While local sales tax collections …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/local-sales-tax-collections-19-percent-2021DiNapoli: IDA Audits Reveal Need For Improved Project Oversight
… counties failed to adequately monitor project approvals or results, according to audits issued today by New York … a not-for-profit development organization with oversight from the IDA board. However, the board failed to provide … but the information was based on unconfirmed reports from project owners, which is not considered a best …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-ida-audits-reveal-need-improved-project-oversightDiNapoli: Two Former Oramel Fire Officials Charged With Theft of More Than $11,000 From Oramel Fire Department
… the Oramel Fire Department. Ronda Kish was charged with Grand Larceny in the 3rd Degree, Corrupting the Government in … in the 1 st Degree. Marion Brundage was charged with Grand Larceny in the 4 th Degree and Corrupting the … New York State Police. “These two officials allegedly used money meant for the protection of their community as their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-two-former-oramel-fire-officials-charged-theft-more-11000-oramel-fire-departmentXI.16 Vendor Responsibility – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… and auditing procedures for control of property and funds, etc. The courts have also recognized a protected … Note: A subcontractor includes any entity that receives funds from the vendor to perform work on a contract awarded …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi16-vendor-responsibilityGet Credit for All Your Public Service
… Previous public employment or military service might qualify NYSLRS members for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/get-credit-all-your-public-serviceOpinion 90-58
… private capacity is not a "contract" with the municipality for purposes of the conflict of interest provisions of … a misdemeanor (General Municipal Law, §805). A "contract" for purposes of article 18 includes only any express or … official duties. In this regard, it might be appropriate for the code to address the circumstances, if any, under …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-58Opinion 99-6
… transition assessments) LOCAL FINANCE LAW, §§24.00, 25.00; REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW, §545: A school district may not issue … of State aid payable pursuant to section 545 of the Real Property Tax Law. You ask whether a school district may … The term "taxes" is defined as "taxes other than real estate taxes" (Local Finance Law, §25.00[a][1]). The term …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-99-6A Step-by-Step Guide for Elected and Appointed Officials
A step-by-step guide for NYSLRS employers reporting time worked by elected or appointed officials.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/retirement/employers/pdf/elected-appointed-step-by-step-guide.pdfOpinion 2000-2
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS -- Powers and Duties (promotion of literary, graphic, dramatic and performing arts) PARKS AND …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-2DiNapoli: Contribute to a NY 529 College Savings Account and Deduct Up to $10,000 From Your State Taxes
… College Savings Program is an investment tool designed to help parents save for college. Contributions made by Dec. 31 … and tax deductions for parents and loved ones who want to get a head start on saving for college. It’s never too early … Since Jan. 1, 2016 New York’s 529 Program has paid out more than $984 million for college-related expenses to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-contribute-ny-529-college-savings-account-and-deduct-10000-your-state-taxesOpinion 2007-5
… to referendum (General Municipal Law § 6-c [4]). 2 In the case of counties, pursuant to Local Finance Law § 33.10, a … County Attorney County of Niagara Falls 1 In that case, however, there must be retained in the fund an amount …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2007-5DiNapoli: Former Lake Luzerne Trustee Arrested for Stealing More Than $127,000 From South Warren Snowmobile Club
… the Second Degree. “McLain allegedly took advantage of his volunteer position and the citizens of Lake Luzerne’s trust …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/09/dinapoli-former-lake-luzerne-trustee-arrested-stealing-more-127000-south-warren-snowmobile-clubArchived: Legislative Session 2019–2020
… Chapter 157 of the Laws of 2020 – A.10492 Rules (Thiele) / S.8417 Krueger – Provides financial and budgetary flexibility … final reports for corrective action. Direct Deposit for New State Employees – S.5447 (Gounardes) – Requires the … – Increases the maximum account balance for the New York Achieving A Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/archived-legislative-session-2019-2020