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Plattekill #1 Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2014M-282)

… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine if District officials provided … received by the District, maintain detailed records of when funds are received, perform timely and accurate bank …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2015/01/09/plattekill-1-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operations

Lily Dale Volunteer Fire Company – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-336)

… and reported and that Company moneys are safeguarded for the period April 1, 2012 through October 10, 2013. … Services Captain and three Directors, is responsible for the Company’s overall financial management. During the … The Treasurer was unable to provide us monthly reports for 10 of the 18 months in our audit period. We reviewed all …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/01/31/lily-dale-volunteer-fire-company-internal-controls-over-financial

DiNapoli: Former West Hurley Fire District Chief and Chairman Plead Guilty in Corruption Probe

… resources to support the former chief wife’s Woodstock Landscaping & Excavating business. Former chief David … business. VanValkenburgh, who also worked for Woodstock Landscaping & Excavating, was initially accused of defrauding … resources to support the former chief wifes Woodstock Landscaping Excavating business …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/03/dinapoli-former-west-hurley-fire-district-chief-and-chairman-plead-guilty-corruption-probe

Town of Oneonta Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-243)

… District moneys are safeguarded for the period January 1, 2012 through July 8, 2013. Background The District is a …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/01/31/town-oneonta-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operations

Medicaid Program – Medicaid Payments to Medicare Advantage Plan Providers

… Part C cost-sharing liabilities (deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments). Key Findings We reviewed selected Medicare Advantage plan contracts offered by Fidelis and WellCare and, based on judgmental sampling, determined certain …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/09/10/medicaid-program-medicaid-payments-medicare-advantage-plan-providers

DiNapoli: Former Treasurer Arrested in Village of Millport Theft

… Former Village of Millport Treasurer Dawn Haverley was arrested for felony grand larceny Monday after an investigation and … Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Ms. Haverley took advantage of her position and abused the public's trust by pocketing … Former Village of Millport Treasurer Dawn Haverley was arrested for felony …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-former-treasurer-arrested-village-millport-theft

Stanley Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-259)

… as investments, cash receipts and disbursements, credit cards, claims processing, capital planning, and information … affairs. The District has no internal controls over credit cards. Key Recommendations Attend and complete the mandatory … include budget-to-actual comparisons, to the Board so it can better monitor District finances. Assess the need for …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/11/22/stanley-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operations-2013m-259

Eagle Matt Lee Fire Company Number One Inc. – Financial Operations (2012M-213)

… is no record that Audit Committee audited and approved the bills for payment, as the warrant listing the bills to be paid was unsigned. Adequate internal controls … Treasurer review the bank statements. After auditing the bills, generate a signed warrant addressed to the Treasurer …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/01/11/eagle-matt-lee-fire-company-number-one-inc-financial-operations-2012m-213

Caton Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. – Internal Controls Over Financial Activities (2013M-237)

… $6,100 and $9,500, respectively. Key Findings The Company by-laws did not clearly establish the responsibilities of the … The Company does not have a code of ethics as required by statute, and the Board is not certain of the Company’s … organization. Key Recommendations Revise the by-laws to include more guidance as to the roles and …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/11/01/caton-volunteer-fire-company-inc-internal-controls-over-financial

Dutchess County Industrial Development Agency – Management Practices (2013M-251)

… May 31, 2013. Background The DCIDA was established in 1976 and is governed by a Board which comprises seven members who … reported 33 active projects including 22 active bonds and 12 PILOT agreements with 21 businesses. Key Findings The … or implement an adequate system to monitor, evaluate, and control benefits and incentives granted to businesses. …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/industrial-development-agency/2014/03/04/dutchess-county-industrial-development-agency-management

DiNapoli: Former Town Clerk Arrested in Mayfield Theft

… today for allegedly pocketing thousands of dollars in public funds, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli … Brown and New York State Police for their diligent work in helping us hold Ms. Hart accountable." Hart, 61, of Mayfield, was charged with two counts of grand larceny in the third degree, class D felonies, and released on her …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/dinapoli-former-town-clerk-arrested-mayfield-theft

Orange County Community College – Information Technology and Financial Activities (2017M-111)

… over information technology (IT) and financial activities for the period September 1, 2015 through December 1, 2016. … is governed by a 10-member Board of Trustees. Expenditures for the 2015-16 fiscal year were approximately $85 million. … in accordance with GML. Establish written procedures for the claims process that communicates the claims auditor’s …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/community-college/2017/09/29/orange-county-community-college-information-technology-and-financial

City of Long Beach – Budget Review (B7-14-12)

… in the proposed budget; however, the City’s charter does not authorize such an appropriation. The proposed budget …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2014/05/14/city-long-beach-budget-review-b7-14-12

Stay Informed – Article 14 Benefits

… Your retirement benefits are an important part of a solid financial plan. They can help you and your beneficiaries achieve financial … forms , read informative booklets and brochures , and get tips on preparing for retirement . Attend a …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/stay-informed

State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits

… payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract FOIL requests, bid protest decisions and …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits

Stay Informed – New Career Plan

https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1515/stay-informed

Vested Retirement Benefit – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)

… under the alternative age 55 plan may receive their full vested benefits at age 55. Tier 2, 3 and 5 members under this plan may receive their full vested benefits at age 62, or may choose early … Tier 1 members under the age 60 plan may receive their full vested benefits at age 60. Tier 2, 3 and 5 members under …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/vested-retirement-benefit

Stay Informed – Non-Contributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits

… Your retirement benefits are an important part of a solid … , and get tips on preparing for retirement . Attend a pre-retirement presentation to learn about the retirement … NYSLRS news and information dedicated to pre-retirement planning. Read your member newsletter, The Sentinel , for …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1513/stay-informed