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Opinion 89-44
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. VILLAGE JUSTICE -- Acting Justice (reporting … required to be established by Village Law, §3-301(2)(a) in the event a village has only one village justice. An … the preceding month. November 8, 1989 Melvin I. Rosenblat Director, Justice Court Fund … Whether acting village …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-44Opinion 94-14
… 356, prohibits industrial development agencies (IDAs) from providing financial assistance in respect of any project …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-14Putnam County – Court and Trust (2024-C&T-2)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2022, through November 15, 2023.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2024/pdf/putnam-county-2024-CT-2.pdfLewis County – Court and Trust (2024-C&T-1)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2021 through January 24, 2024.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2024/pdf/lewis-county-2024-CT-1.pdfLivingston County Court and Trust (2022-C&T-4)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2017 through June 17, 2022.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/livingston-county-2022-ct-4.pdfSchoharie County Court and Trust (2022-C&T-3)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2019 through April 20, 2022.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/schoharie-county-2022-ct-3.pdfOneida County – Court and Trust (2023-C&T-3)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2021 through October 12, 2023.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2023/pdf/oneida-county-court-and-trust-2023-CT-3.pdfHerkimer County Court and Trust Report (2023-CT-2)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2021 through September 22, 2023.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2023/pdf/herkimer-county-court-and-trust-2023-CT-2.pdfWindsor Central School District – Fuel Controls (2022M-133)
Determine whether Windsor Central School District (District) officials established adequate internal controls over fuel credit card purchases and fuel inventory to help ensure fuel was used for District purposes and properly accounted for.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/windsor-central-school-district-2022-133.pdfWayne County Court and Trust (2022-C&T-1)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2018 through October 31, 2021.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/wayne-county-2022-ct-1.pdfCayuga County – Court and Trust Funds (2024-C&T-5)
The purpose of our review was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2024/pdf/cayuga-county-2024-CT-5.pdfWainscott Common School District - Claims Auditing (2018M-240)
… but also ensured that the procurements and claims adhered to all District policies and procedures. Key Recommendations … and regulation. Require the Business Manager/Treasurer to submit claims packets to the Board, together with the warrant. Perform a thorough …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/06/07/wainscott-common-school-district-claims-auditing-2018m-240State Agencies Bulletin No. 1796
… the 2020 maximum salary limit for members of ORP and VDC in Tier 6. Background In accordance with Section 415 of the Internal Revenue code, … reach the $285,000 limit. Contributions will resume in the first paycheck of the following calendar year. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1796-maximum-salary-limit-optional-retirement-plan-orp-and-voluntary-definedDiNapoli: Audit Finds Major Shortcomings in Oversight of School Safety Planning
… the requirements under the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) Act were being met by school districts. … could not demonstrate they had adopted annual safety plans in accordance with SED guidance, held public hearings on the … of DiNapoli’s initiative to focus on educational issues in his new term. Upcoming audits will look at safety planning …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/dinapoli-audit-finds-major-shortcomings-oversight-school-safety-planningOther Bulletin No. 16
… by the 2012-2013 Deficit Reduction Plans to employees in the bargaining units listed below who leave State service … also eligible for repayment. Affected Employees Employees in SCF who leave State service after having any temporary … made as the result of the SCF Deficit Reduction Plan in the following bargaining units: SCF M/C - Bargaining Unit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/suny-construction-fund/other-16-repayment-compensation-taken-2012-2013-deficit-reductionOpinion 97-24
… that "active volunteer firefighters" who meet certain age and length of service requirements may participate in a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-24State Contract and Payment Actions in June
… Department of Agriculture and Markets $1.1 million to Cayuga County Soil & Water Conservation District for … free helpline. State Education Department $18.2 million to Lafayette School District for Native American school tuition. $11.1 million to the New York State Nurses Association for peer assistance. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/state-contract-and-payment-actions-juneCity of Yonkers – Budget Review (B23-6-5)
… projections in the City’s proposed budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year are reasonable. Background The City of Yonkers is … $45 million to liquidate current deficits in the City School District’s general fund as of June 30, 2014. Chapter …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2023/05/16/city-yonkers-budget-review-b23-6-5DiNapoli Audit: Pre-K Special Education Provider Spent $2.5 Million in Unallowed Expenses
… for reimbursement because the staff controller should have been capable of providing the same services. Moreover, … $1,981,802 in salaries and fringe benefits that should not have been charged to the State; $310,136 in undocumented … education providers throughout the state. The audits have continued to find improper use of public funds for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/dinapoli-audit-pre-k-special-education-provider-spent-25-million-unallowed-expenses