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Thousands of State Computers and Other IT Devices Unaccounted for or Stored With Lax Security
… used equipment was sometimes donated or sold at state auctions, but ITS now destroys discarded equipment, even in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/thousands-state-computers-and-other-it-devices-unaccounted-or-stored-lax-securityCentral Islip Union Free School District – Financial Management (2013M-380)
… $25 million. Although the Board appropriated unexpended surplus funds each year (exceeding a combined $13.2 million … Additionally, the District’s accumulated unexpended surplus funds exceeded the amount allowed by statute in each … of the past three years. While the District’s unexpended surplus exceeded the statutory limit over these years, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/03/21/central-islip-union-free-school-district-financial-management-2013m-380Opinion 90-51
… revenues for establishment of an enhanced emergency telephone service) COUNTY LAW, §§300, 301, 303, 305, 307, … to pay for the establishment of an enhanced emergency telephone system may be expended only for "system costs", … been advised that the role of the consultant would be to number the parcels of real property within the county for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-51State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… a comprehensive investment program with written procedures for the investment of district funds or prepare monthly cash … not adequately track tax certiorari judgments or maintain reliable records, such as a complete and accurate listing of … funds as required by district policy. Without adequate and reliable records and reporting, the board and district …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-auditsDiNapoli Honors Community Leaders During Italian Heritage Celebration
… of the Museum Italo American of New York with the title ambassador of Italian community. John A. DeCicco, chairman of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/11/dinapoli-honors-community-leaders-during-italian-heritage-celebrationCroton-Harmon Union Free School District - Professional Services (2019M-51)
… Determine if District officials sought competition for procurement of professional services. Key Findings … $128,205 during the audit period. Have written agreements for four professional service providers who were paid $58,409 … the audit period. Key Recommendations Seek competition for all professional services. Enter into written agreements …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/06/14/croton-harmon-union-free-school-district-professional-services-2019m-51Campbell-Savona Central School District – Budget Review (B2-16-6)
… our budget review was to determine whether the significant revenue and expenditure projections in the District’s … obligations are outstanding. Key Findings The significant revenue and expenditure projections in the tentative budget … balance of $116,081, which is almost 25 times the average annual expenditures. The District’s tentative budget complies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/04/13/campbell-savona-central-school-district-budget-review-b2-16-6Opinion 89-17
… fund to pay certiorari claims) EDUCATION LAW, §3651: A school district may establish and expend moneys from a … the time the opinion was rendered, subdivisions (1) and (3) of section 3651 required voter approval to establish and expend …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-17State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… School District , Chateaugay Central School District , Deer Park Union Free School District , East Syracuse-Minoa Central … by a total of more than one day, valued at $298. Deer Park Union Free School District – Bank Reconciliations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on the MTA's February Financial Plan
… Authority (MTA)’s February Financial Plan: “There is still a lack of clarity on how the MTA will close its $600 million … and publicize savings through efficiencies, rather than cutting services, will likely take on added importance given …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-mtas-february-financial-planNew York State Health Insurance Program – Payments by Empire BlueCross for Hospital Services for Ineligible Members
… To determine whether Empire BlueCross paid hospital claims for members who were not eligible. The audit covered the … records; however, Civil Service is ultimately responsible for ensuring these groups fulfill their duties. Civil Service … and Accounting System (NYBEAS) as the system of record for member enrollment and eligibility information, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/08/18/new-york-state-health-insurance-program-payments-empire-bluecross-hospital-servicesWaverly Central School District – Financial Condition (2013M-148)
… our audit was to review the District’s financial condition for the period of July 1, 2011, to March 26, 2013. Background … nine elected members. The District’s budgeted expenditures for the 2012-13 fiscal year were $28 million. Key Findings … are not developing realistic expenditure budget estimates. For the fiscal years ended 2008 to 2011, the District spent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/09/06/waverly-central-school-district-financial-condition-2013m-148Town of Newfane – Supervisor's Financial Records (2017M-7)
… monthly financial reports to the Board for review. Consult with the Town attorney and seek recovery of unpaid real …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2017/11/22/town-newfane-supervisors-financial-records-2017m-7Comptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Conviction of Atlanta, Ga Resident in Pension Fraud Case
… the death of a loved one to steal pension benefits is not only shameful, it is crime," State Comptroller DiNapoli said. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-conviction-atlanta-ga-resident-pension-fraud-caseAccounting for Capital Projects
Dealing with capital projects is often a source of confusion for local officials. In this session, we will review some of the important steps in planning a capital project and focus on proper accounting treatment.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/accounting-capital-projects-071724.pdfState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal finances … or conduct assessments of internal controls as required. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1Cost-Saving Ideas: School District Auditing – Claims/Deputy Claims Auditor
… or treasurer of the board The superintendent Any district official responsible for business management An employee …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-school-district-auditing-claimsdeputy-claims-auditorDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Reaches Agreements with Companies to Evaluate and Set Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Targets
… to evaluate and set targets to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and regularly report on their progress … and steel-maker Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc. to set greenhouse gas emissions targets aligned with the goals of the Paris … a goal to transition its portfolio to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. New York State Common Retirement Fund …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-reaches-agreements-companies-evaluate-and-set-greenhouse-gas-emissionsHolley Central School District – Financial Condition (2013M-342
… Background The Holley Central School District is located in the Town of Murray in Orleans County. The District is governed by a Board of … fund balance is in compliance with Real Property Tax Law statutory limits and develop a plan for the use of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/02/07/holley-central-school-district-financial-condition-2013m-342Corinth Central School District - Medicaid Reimbursements (2019M-129)
… all Medicaid reimbursements to which it was entitled for services provided to eligible special education students. … to ensure Medicaid claims were submitted and reimbursed for all eligible services provided. Claims were not submitted and reimbursed for 273 eligible services totaling $16,910. Had these …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/09/13/corinth-central-school-district-medicaid-reimbursements-2019m-129