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Opinion 98-16
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-16Annual Financial Report
… AFR Changes Contact Us Enrollment Instructions [pdf] Notes to Financials Template [docx] Interactive User Manual User … to CFOs [pdf] The videos listed below contain tutorials on how to navigate and complete the Annual Financial Report. For … Length This tutorial provides a demonstration of how to navigate through all sections of the AFR. 8:23 Fund …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/required-reporting/annual-financial-reportNew York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Governor's State of the State Proposals
… ambitious proposals hit on some important issues that we can address here in New York, in contrast to the gridlock we …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-governors-state-state-proposalsDiNapoli: January Local Sales Tax Collections Down 5.9 Percent
… and the double-digit declines in the earlier months of the pandemic (April-June). “The COVID-19 pandemic … communities are suffering and are working diligently to get them aid.” Regionally, Central New York is the only area … compared to January 2020. The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance reconciles sales tax collections at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/dinapoli-january-local-sales-tax-collections-down-5-point-9-percentPipeline Safety Oversight (Follow-Up)
… interstate pipelines. Department of Public Service (DPS) staff, who report to PSC, conduct investigations of accidents … and federal performance standards. We found DPS staff did not verify the accuracy of the information on … maintained by individual Operators which DPS staff rely on during field audits. In addition, DPS had not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/12/27/pipeline-safety-oversight-followDiNapoli Releases February State Cash Report
… focuses primarily on the General Fund and All Governmental Funds. The General Fund is the major operating fund of the state. All Governmental Funds includes General, Special Revenue, Debt Service and Capital Projects funds, as well as funds from the federal government. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-releases-february-state-cash-reportOversight of Smart Schools Bond Act Funds
… whether the State Education Department (Department) is monitoring the use of Smart Schools Bond Act funds to … the Review Board. The Department’s Plan approval process is lengthy, taking an average of 290 days, which can affect … … To determine whether the State Education Department is monitoring the use of Smart Schools Bond Act funds to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/06/10/oversight-smart-schools-bond-act-fundsDiNapoli: NYC Remains on Solid Ground but Budget Risks Need to be Managed
… the 2019 budget, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "New York City’s … Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/dinapoli-nyc-remains-solid-ground-budget-risks-need-be-managedDiNapoli Urges Changes to Protect Children Placed in Custody of Relatives or Guardians
… The state Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is not doing enough to ensure … a relative or another suitable person. In direct placement cases, courts usually order the local district to supervise … that these conditions had been communicated to the court. In another case, the placement home had garbage and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/03/dinapoli-urges-changes-protect-children-placed-custody-relatives-or-guardiansProgress Report: The MTA Capital Security Program - June 2007
In the wake of September 11, 2001, the MTA initiated intense planning efforts to determine how to best protect its customers and key assets.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-2-2008.pdfMultiyear Capital Planning
This session will discuss how to develop a capital plan, including the process of identifying capital needs and inventorying, and establishing criteria to prioritize projects.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/multiyear-capital-planning-040523.pdfMultiyear Capital Planning Webinar Presentation
This session will discuss how to develop a capital plan, including the process of identifying capital needs and inventorying, and establishing criteria to prioritize projects.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/multiyear-capital-planning-03-02-2022.pdfCybersecurity Month Passwords
Passwords are one of the most critical controls that help to enable a strong cybersecurity posture. Learn how to help strengthen your municipality’s password practices.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/cybersecurity-month-passwords-10-24-22.pdfOversight of the Farm-to-School Program
… safeguard the State’s food supply, land, and livestock. New York’s Farm-to-School Program (Program) was established to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/04/19/oversight-farm-school-programState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… renewed non-competitive and limited-competition contracts with vendors. Auditors found ACS officials did not provide … performance. Officials renewed or extended contracts with some vendors that had poor performance. In fact, 12 … was established to provide all four-year-olds in the state with the opportunity for an early childhood education. SED …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsDiNapoli: State Pays Drug Treatment Center Nearly $4 Million for Ineligible Expenses
… A national drug and alcohol treatment provider was able to collect $3.9 million in ineligible payments due to the processing of invalid claims and inadequate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/01/dinapoli-state-pays-drug-treatment-center-nearly-4-million-ineligible-expensesDiNapoli Announces Review of State Health Department's Progress in Addressing Nursing Home Pandemic Failures
… Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today that his office will conduct a follow up review of the state … the COVID-19 pandemic in nursing homes. “Families across New York suffered during the pandemic – especially those that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-announces-review-state-health-departments-progress-addressing-nursing-home-pandemic-failuresDiNapoli: After-School Provider Misused $194,320 in Public Funds
… Services (SCO), a provider of extended school day programs for the State Education Department (SED), submitted $194,320 in reimbursement claims for expenses that were unnecessary, not allowable or … a better job of making sure that taxpayers are only paying for appropriate costs.” SCO has two contracts worth $2.7 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-after-school-provider-misused-194320-public-fundsDiNapoli: Economic Snapshot Shows The Bronx Making Impressive Gains in Addressing Challenges
… The Bronx is setting records for population, business and job … in New York City. The Bronx has the lowest median age (33.6) of the five boroughs. Children under the age of 18 … To read the report in English, go to: http://osc.state.ny.us/osdc/rpt4-2019.pdf To read the report in Spanish, go …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/dinapoli-economic-snapshot-shows-bronx-making-impressive-gains-addressing-challengesDiNapoli: Restaurant Industry Critical to New York City's Economy
… with thousands losing their jobs and many owners unable to pay rent. Outdoor dining has been a help, and we're excited …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/dinapoli-restaurant-industry-critical-new-york-citys-economy