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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… was either not posted or comprehensive, resulting in a lack of transparency. Officials did not post external … the district’s inventory records, and seven computers, two audio systems, one projector and 10 other electronic … with three professional service providers paid $112,262. Wilson Central School District – Financial Management …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-auditsOversight of Juvenile Detention Facilities (Outside New York City)
… are meeting the Regulations for health, safety, and physical condition (e.g., sufficient lighting and … of missed or delayed opportunities to provide care for physical or mental health issues youth may have when they are … comprehensive medical assessments, which evaluate the physical and mental health of youth entering the facility and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/10/21/oversight-juvenile-detention-facilities-outside-new-york-cityVillage of Pomona – Transparency of Fiscal Activities (S9-24-17)
… complete report – pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether the Village of Pomona (Village) Board of Trustees (Board): Conducted an annual audit of the Village Chief Fiscal Officer’s (CFO) financial records and reports, Filed the required Annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/village-pomona-transparency-fiscal-activities-s9-24-17Village of Mount Kisco – Transparency of Fiscal Activities (S9-24-18)
… manner. Key Findings The Board did not: Provide for a timely annual audit of the CFO’s 2022-23 fiscal year financial records and reports. The annual audit for the fiscal year ending May 31, 2023 was not presented to … fiscal concerns with the Village’s general fund for the fiscal year 2022-23, the Board’s ineffective …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/village-mount-kisco-transparency-fiscal-activities-s9-24-18Village of Almond – Transparency of Fiscal Activities (S9-24-14)
… complete report - pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether the Village of Almond (Village) Board of Trustees (Board): Conducted an annual audit of the Village Chief Fiscal Officer’s (CFO) financial records and reports, Filed the required …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/village-almond-transparency-fiscal-activities-s9-24-14Town of Ripley – Town Clerk Collections (2024M-139)
… manner. As a result, there was an increased risk for money to be lost or used for inappropriate purposes. In addition, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2025/03/14/town-ripley-town-clerk-collections-2024m-139The Economic Impact of the Great Outdoors
Outdoor recreation in New York provided $21.1 billion in economic activity in 2020 and supported over 241,000 jobs. While New York ranks fourth in the nation on GDP generated by outdoor recreation, outdoor recreation represents a more significant part of the economy in nearly every other state.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/economic-impact-great-outdoors.pdfEconomic and Policy Insight: New York State’s Clean Energy Fund
Between 2016 and 2032, the CEF is approved to collect $7.5 billion. Review of CEF-supported programs indicates some have exceeded the goals set out by the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC), while others appear not to be on track to reach their 2025 targets.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/clean-energy-fund.pdfDiNapoli: City of Kingston Is Addressing Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Needs While Maintaining Fiscal Stability
… a strong commitment to housing solutions, climate-smart development, and economic revitalization, stretching every … active support of the Ulster County and City of Kingston Leadership, the continuum of care program has made … taking over ambulance services. In both 2024 and 2025, the city used part of its general fund balance to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-city-kingston-addressing-infrastructure-and-affordable-housing-needs-while-maintainingWage Subsidy and Transitional Employment Programs (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the two recommendations included in our initial audit report, Wage Subsidy and Transitional … program requires New York State to engage individuals in countable work activities. The Office administers New … withhold 25 percent pending the participant’s retention in unsubsidized employment for 90 days after the subsidized …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/03/09/wage-subsidy-and-transitional-employment-programs-followHammond Central School District – Financial Management (2024M-70)
… when they used reserves funds totaling $1.6 million. In addition, they exceeded the voter-approved funding level … Accumulated excessive balances totaling about $600,000 in three reserves. Did not budget to fund reserves. From … July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023, more than $1.5 million in fiscal year-end unbudgeted transfers were made to increase …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2024/10/11/hammond-central-school-district-financial-management-2024m-70Cooperstown Central School District – Financial Management (2024M-65)
… $3.2 million. Appropriating fund balance that is not needed artificially reduces the amount of surplus fund … limit, giving the appearance that surplus fund balance is closer to the statutory limit. Improperly held $500,000 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2024/10/04/cooperstown-central-school-district-financial-management-2024m-65Wayland-Cohocton Central School District – Building Access Accounts and Badges (2024M-113)
… Did not establish written procedures that define who is responsible for managing and monitoring building access …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2024/12/20/wayland-cohocton-central-school-district-building-access-accounts-andVillage of Great Neck – Transparency of Fiscal Activities (S9-24-20)
… complete report – pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether the Village of Great Neck (Village) Board of Trustees (Board): Conducted … an annual audit of the Village Chief Fiscal Officer’s (CFO) financial records and reports, Filed the required …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/village-great-neck-transparency-fiscal-activities-s9-24-2014th Annual Emerging Manager & MWBE Conference
… small and medium-sized businesses affected by hurricanes Maria and Irene. Prior to founding Yorkstone, Mr. Hernandez … small and medium-sized businesses affected by hurricanes Maria and Irene. Prior to founding Yorkstone, Mr. Hernandez … small and medium-sized businesses affected by hurricanes Maria and Irene. Prior to founding Yorkstone, Mr. Hernandez …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund/emerging-manager/14-annual-conferenceDiNapoli: Coney Island and Brighton Beach Jobs Doubled Over Last Decade
… Thomas P. DiNapoli released an economic snapshot today of Brooklyn’s Coney Island and Brighton Beach, where … and have fun there every year, but for the people who live and work in the area, its strong economic growth is … to make sure those tax dollars support the rest of us who live here 12 months a year and not just when the weather is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-coney-island-and-brighton-beach-jobs-doubled-over-last-decadeOversight of Sex Offenders Subject to Strict and Intensive Supervision and Treatment (Follow-Up)
… who have been legally determined to suffer from a mental abnormality that predisposes them to committing a sex … in a secure treatment facility operated by the Office of Mental Health. Offenders assessed as less dangerous are released to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/27/oversight-sex-offenders-subject-strict-and-intensive-supervision-and-treatment-followDrug and Alcohol Treatment Program – Provider Claiming of Depreciation Expenses (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report, Drug and Alcohol Treatment … We found providers inappropriately claimed $2,675,045 in depreciation expenses between January 1, 2010 and June 30, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/09/05/drug-and-alcohol-treatment-program-provider-claiming-depreciation-expenses-followState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… a disaster recovery plan template, a key component of an IT contingency plan. Although the district paid for a … with the tax levy limit because it includes a tax levy of $22,922,337, which is within the limits established by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-1Security Over Critical Systems (Follow-Up)
… of the one recommendation included in our initial audit report, Security Over Critical Systems (Report 2023-S-24 ). About the Program The Hudson River–Black River … Security Policy and Acceptable Use Policy, for its IT assets. Additionally, HRBRRD is responsible for adhering to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/04/23/security-over-critical-systems-follow