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Oversight of Chronic Absenteeism (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial report, Oversight of Chronic Absenteeism (Report 2017-S-52 ). About the Program Chronic absenteeism is a widespread problem, defined by the … miss a significant number of days of school. By contrast, chronic absenteeism emphasizes individual student attendance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/05/06/oversight-chronic-absenteeism-followOversight of Select High-Technology Projects
… for private investment and creating high-tech or other jobs. Collectively, these projects were intended to create thousands of jobs and generate billions of dollars in private investment. … announced in 2012 for the Buffalo area economy to create jobs and spur economic growth) and $477.5 million for NYSTAR, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/08/21/oversight-select-high-technology-projectsOversight of Passenger Safety (Follow-Up)
… 2018. Our initial audit found that OPWDD did not analyze traffic violations to identify whether employees needed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/07/28/oversight-passenger-safety-followLead Contamination of State Armories
… The firing of weapons inside the IFR resulted in lead dust accumulation throughout. Although IFRs in New York have not been used in more than 20 years, over time, the accumulation of lead dust has been transported to other areas …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/03/lead-contamination-state-armoriesOversight of Juvenile Justice Facilities
… operates juvenile justice facilities for court-placed youth to ensure they meet State standards and regulations for … its Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY), is responsible for the operation and oversight … juvenile justice facilities that serve court-placed youth. The nine facilities include three secure facilities, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/04/03/oversight-juvenile-justice-facilitiesOversight of Child Protective Services
… Objective To determine whether the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) effectively … To determine whether the Office of Children and Family Services OCFS effectively …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/01/24/oversight-child-protective-servicesSelected Aspects of Toll Collections
To determine whether the New York State Thruway Authority ensures that efforts are made to identify bill and collect tolls that are due
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/05/26/selected-aspects-toll-collectionsMonitoring of Select Programs (Follow-Up)
… 2020-S-47 ). About the Program The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) helps New York residents aged 60 or older be as independent as possible for as long as possible through advocacy and the development … availability of, appropriate non-medical support services for older individuals to maximize their ability to age in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/07/12/monitoring-select-programs-followOversight of Sidewalk Sheds (Follow-Up)
… of more than 1 million buildings and construction sites in NYC. This includes enforcing provisions of the NYC Administrative and Building Codes, the Rules of the City of New York, and NYC Local Laws in order to promote the safety of all people …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/07/06/oversight-sidewalk-sheds-followSafety of Seized Dogs (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report, Safety of Seized Dogs (Report 2017-S-49 ). About the Program Article 7 of New … To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/06/18/safety-seized-dogs-followAccountability and Surplussing of Vehicles
… one vehicle assigned to Bernard M. Fineson and could not rule out its possible theft. Of 12 vehicles surplussed and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/08/15/accountability-and-surplussing-vehiclesOversight of Campus Foundations (Follow-Up)
… of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report Oversight of Campus Foundations (Report 2016-S-93 ). About the Program The State University of … of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report Oversight of Campus Foundations Report 2016S93 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/09/06/oversight-campus-foundations-followProtection of Child Performers (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Protection of Child Performers ( 2016-S-70 ). Background The Department of … workers in New York State. Within the Department, the Child Performers Unit (Unit) is responsible for monitoring … of the State Labor Laws, which were established to protect child performers whose interests and well-being during …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/11/protection-child-performers-followContinuity of Operations Planning (Follow-Up)
… of Operations Planning (Report 2017-S-33 ). About the Program The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency … they prepare COOPs. The Guidance incorporates a blend of best practices based on generally accepted continuity … had incorporated certain essential features of the COOP best practices endorsed by the Division. We also identified …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/09/11/continuity-operations-planning-followOversight of Nurse Licensing (Follow-Up)
To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report Oversight of Nurse Licensing Report 2016S83
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/10/15/oversight-nurse-licensing-followPublic Posting of Certain Contracts
… Program Legislative Session 2023-2024: Public Posting of Certain Contracts – A.10281/S.9171 (Solages/Cooney) – Requires a public listing of certain emergency and exempted contracts, which are otherwise subject to the approval of the State Comptroller. Memo Bill Text Status …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/public-posting-certain-contractsExpedited Payments of Unclaimed Funds
… Legislative Session 2023-2024: Expedited Payments of Unclaimed Funds – A.10219/S.9410 (McDonald/Sepulveda) – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/expedited-payments-unclaimed-fundsTown of Charlton – Procurement (2022M-5)
… $67,808, without seeking competition. Spent $4,820 on snowplow blades and shoes but could have saved Town taxpayers $2,244, if … Key Recommendations Follow the Town’s procurement policy when making purchases. Adequately document actions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2022/06/17/town-charlton-procurement-2022m-5Town of Gorham – Procurement (2024M-7)
… (Town) officials made procurements in accordance with Town policy, statutory requirements and good business practices. … always procure goods and services in accordance with Town policy, statutory requirements and good business practices. … bid. Officials also did not comply with purchasing policy requirements for 41 purchases totaling $1.4 million. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2024/06/28/town-gorham-procurement-2024m-7Village of Nassau – Budgeting (2018M-3)
… is located in the Town of Nassau in Rensselaer County and has a population of approximately 1,100. General fund … fund in a manner that benefits Village residents. Develop and adopt a comprehensive multiyear financial plan. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2018/04/20/village-nassau-budgeting-2018m-3