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Climate Act Goals – Planning, Procurements, and Progress Tracking (2022-S-4) 180-Day Response
To determine if the Public Service Commission (PSC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) adequately planned to achieve the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) goals, followed proper procurement practices for projects designed to...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s4-responsePSC.pdfClimate Act Goals – Planning, Procurements, and Progress Tracking (2022-S-4) 180-Day Response
To determine if the Public Service Commission (PSC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) adequately planned to achieve the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) goals, followed proper procurement practices for projects designed to...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s4-responseNYSERDA.pdfManaging Cash Flow
This webinar will help local officials understand various procedures to control and account for cash. We will include key information on cash control and reporting, collection and disbursement procedures and cash flow forecasting and how these activities affect cash flow models.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/managing-cash-flow-022625.pdfReport on the State Fiscal Year 2025-26 Executive Budget
The Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 has been released at a time of great uncertainty. Federal funding is the State’s largest source of revenue, and is estimated by the Division of Budget to total $93.1 billion in State Fiscal Year 2025-26.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/budget/pdf/executive-budget-report-2025-26.pdfDiNapoli: Better Monitoring of "Leandra’s Law" Enforcement Needed
… alcohol-related offenses are not always being reported for attempting to operate their vehicles while under the influence or for tampering with the court-ordered ignition interlock … Act, also known as “Leandra’s Law,” individuals convicted for certain alcohol-related offenses occurring on or after …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-better-monitoring-leandras-law-enforcement-neededDiNapoli: Former Town of Marion Court Clerk Charged With Pocketing Court Fines and Fees
… Calarco and the State Police for helping my office fight public corruption.” New York State Police Acting … public corruption and encourages the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-former-town-marion-court-clerk-charged-pocketing-court-fines-and-feesDiNapoli: NYC Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Balanced, but Out Year Gaps Continue to Grow
… its budget gaps for Fiscal Years (FY) 2025 through 2027 to an average of $12.6 billion annually, fueled by spending … its budget gaps for Fiscal Years 2025 through 2027 to an average of $126 billion annually fueled by spending …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-nyc-fiscal-year-2024-budget-balanced-out-year-gaps-continue-growDiNapoli: Former Hannibal Fire Chief and Father Arrested
… create Hannibal Kartway. The weekend go-kart track was in operation from 2017 to 2022 and run by Chris Emmons, his … dues, concessions and rentals, were to go toward track operation and maintenance. An audit by DiNapoli’s office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-former-hannibal-fire-chief-and-father-arrestedComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Conviction of Atlanta, Ga Resident in Pension Fraud Case
… System. Powell was a New York State pensioner, retired from the Department of Correction, who passed away in March 2009. “Hiding the death of a loved one to steal … integrity of our public pension system." “Those who steal from our state’s pension system do a disservice to all …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-conviction-atlanta-ga-resident-pension-fraud-caseXIX.4 Suballocations – XIX. Project Costing (PCIP)
… when an owning agency for a given project has the need to have assistances from other state agencies to support their efforts on the activities of the overall … transferring the budget authority from the owning agency to the supporting agency(s). Once the … when an owning agency for a given project has the need to have assistances from other state agencies to support …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xix/xix4-suballocationsXV.13 Federal Funds – Payments – XV. End of Year
In order for the State to be reimbursed for payments made from federal funds by the end of the fiscal year vouchers and journal transfers including fringe benefit payments must be paid by the date identified in the Office of Operations Events and Deadlines Calendar
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xv/xv13-federal-funds-paymentsXI.18.C Consultant Disclosure – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… State Finance Law requires: that the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) include in the Consulting … information to the contracting agency, the Department of Civil Service (DCS) and OSC; and, that OSC include such … required to disclose, by employment category, the number of persons employed to provide services under a contract for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi18c-consultant-disclosureTechnology Transfer Program and Royalty Payments
… the State University of New York’s (SUNY) interest in the transfer of technology and royalties received for … technology that empower SUNY to research, innovate, and transfer discoveries that transform the world’s knowledge … duties, the Research Foundation supports SUNY’s technology transfer – a collaborative process that requires efforts from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/17/technology-transfer-program-and-royalty-paymentsComplaint Processing
… Board that the internal expectation to fully investigate a case in 90 days is not being met and is not realistic. While … footage. According to CCRB’s Investigative Manual, no case should be recommended for truncation if there is an … (MOU) with the NYPD over disciplinary penalties in one case soon after the MOU was effective. 1 A truncated case is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/10/05/complaint-processingDiNapoli: State Clean Energy Fund Makes Progress on Developing Solar Capacity, But Energy Efficiency Lags
… to help New York reach its clean energy goals, has made good progress on reaching its goals for distributed solar capacity and leveraged funds, but is behind in meeting its energy efficiency targets for 2025, … to help New York reach its clean energy goals has made good progress on reaching its goals for distributed solar …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-state-clean-energy-fund-makes-progress-developing-solar-capacity-energy-efficiency-lagsComptroller's NYS Common Retirement Fund Responsibilities
… is a diligent fiduciary of the Fund who ensures that investment decisions and practices adhere to the highest … and legal counsel who: Help to determine the best investment choices and allocation of assets for the Fund. Provide independent advice and oversight of all investment decisions. Serve as part of the chain of approval …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund/responsibilitiesTown of Bethlehem – Information Technology (2025M-25)
… and also manages all user accounts and permissions. Audit Summary The Town Board (Board) and officials did not develop … and adopt an IT contingency plan or breach notification policy, periodically test data backups or provide employees … use. Although the Town’s Computer and Internet Use Policy in the employee manual prohibits employees from using …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2025/06/13/town-bethlehem-information-technology-2025m-25DiNapoli: Ithaca Woman Charged With Stealing Nearly $70,000 in Pension Payments
… Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten and the New York State Police announced the arraignment of Sharon Collins, 73, of Ithaca, New York yesterday for allegedly stealing $69,481 in state pension payments meant for her deceased husband. “Sharon Collins …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/dinapoli-ithaca-woman-charged-stealing-nearly-70000-pension-paymentsDiNapoli: Former Hoosick Falls Police Chief Charged With Stealing From Rescue Squad
… vehicle. Hudson, of Troy, was placed on administrative leave from the police department in April 2025 as a result of the investigation. He was later … by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.ny.gov , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/11/dinapoli-former-hoosick-falls-police-chief-charged-stealing-rescue-squadSpecial Disability Benefits – Sheriffs, Undersheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Special Plan for ERS Tier 1 and 2 Members
Sheriffs Undersheriffs Deputy Sheriffs Special Plan for ERS Tier 1 2 under Article 14B Sections 551 552 553 Special Disability Benefits
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1840/special-disability-benefits