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Opinion 88-3
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. FINES AND PENALTIES -- Distribution by State … of villages shall be paid to the state comptroller in accordance with the provisions of section twenty-seven of … to " fines " and has no application to civil penalties . In conclusion, therefore, all fines imposed under the WCL, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-3Amusement Park and Fair Ride Safety
… for protecting the safety and health of workers and the public. As part of this role, its Industry Inspection Unit is … over 5,000 ride permits and collected more than $530,000 in permit revenues. Records indicate that, during this … visits to conduct inspections of rides across the State. In 2013 alone, Department staff performed more than 9,000 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/08/12/amusement-park-and-fair-ride-safetyDiNapoli Releases Year-End and April Cash Reports
… Tax collections in April were more than $1 billion, or 17 percent lower, than … Plan released earlier this month, according to the April Cash Report released today by State Comptroller Thomas … a number of states experienced unexpected declines in April as most taxpayers settled tax liabilities for 2013. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-releases-year-end-and-april-cash-reportsPurchasing and Procurement Practices (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the eight recommendations included in our initial audit report, Purchasing and Procurement … Racetrack, Belmont Park, and Saratoga Race Course. In September 2008, upon renewal of its exclusive Franchise … practices result in obtaining goods and services at the best available prices, primarily through competition. In …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/01/18/purchasing-and-procurement-practices-followDiNapoli Releases May State Cash Report
… New York state collected just over $12 billion in taxes during … of $7.8 billion, which was $290.5 million higher than the latest projection and $1.8 billion lower than last May 31. To … on his transparency website called Open Book New York ( www.openbooknewyork.com ). … New York state collected …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-releases-may-state-cash-reportResponsibility for IT Internal Controls – Information Technology Governance
… will occur and remain undetected. Internal controls over IT seek to help ensure that computer systems and the data … in policies. Some local governments and schools use an IT vendor for assistance in establishing, conducting and monitoring IT internal controls. An important way that governing boards …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-governance/responsibility-it-internal-controlsDiNapoli: NYS Pension Fund Commits $50 Million to NY Small Business Investment Fund
… $50 million commitment provided the anchor investment in the New York Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) Fund … Lane. The SBIC Fund II has approximately $150 million in total committed capital to support small businesses … make its first investments. The SBIC Fund II was launched in 2022 and is built upon the success of Hamilton Lane’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-nys-pension-fund-commits-50-million-ny-small-business-investment-fundImproper Payments for Services Related to Ordering, Prescribing, Referring, or Attending Providers No Longer Participating in the Medicaid Program (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Improper Payments for Services Related to Ordering, Prescribing, Referring, or … professionals providing services through the Medicaid fee-for-service program to be enrolled as participating providers … to determine whether the Department made improper payments for claims in violation of federal and State requirements …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/01/03/improper-payments-services-related-ordering-prescribing-referring-or-attending-providers-noVII.2.C Direct Journal Payment & Payment Worksheet - Treasury Requirements – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… all checks, money orders, etc. and a printout of the SFS Regular Deposit screen, showing Business Unit, Deposit ID and total amount to DTF-Treasury who will deposit the funds into the … must also ensure that the ‘Complete’ box is checked on Direct Journal Payments submitted in SFS. Failure to check …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/chapter-vii/vii2c-direct-journal-payment-payment-worksheet-treasury-requirementsNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Announces New $50 Million Investment in Northern Ireland
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli was joined in Belfast by Joseph Kennedy III, U.S. Department of State … to announce a new $50 million commitment to invest in Northern Ireland companies from the New York State Common … economic relationship,” DiNapoli said. “Our commitments in Northern Ireland have provided a solid return and that’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-announces-new-50-million-investment-northern-irelandDiNapoli: Huntington Man Charged With Stealing Over $56,000 in State Pension Payments
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Suffolk … Attorney Raymond A. Tierney today announced the arrest of former Town of Huntington employee Moses K. Johnson, 63, … 16, 2021. It is alleged that Johnson failed to notify the bank or the New York State and Local Retirement System of his …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-huntington-man-charged-stealing-over-56000-state-pension-paymentsUse of New York State Snowmobile Trail Development and Maintenance Funds
… Snowmobile Trail Development and Maintenance Fund is used for its intended purpose. Background In 1985, the New York … the Fund of about $5 million annually and then distributes funds to approved local sponsors, who administer snowmobile … Association Treasurer and President of a TME to redirect funds from another TME to his own. We referred this matter to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/01/02/use-new-york-state-snowmobile-trail-development-and-maintenance-funds-0City of Yonkers – Budget Review (B24-6-7)
… [read complete report – pdf] Purpose of Budget Review The purpose of our budget review was to identify issues which impact the City of Yonkers’ financial condition in the current and … police overtime costs by as much as $2 million, employee retirement costs by as much as $945,000, health and dental …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2024/07/12/city-yonkers-budget-review-b24-6-7DiNapoli: Former Town of Marion Court Clerk Pleads Guilty to Theft
… Attorney Calarco and the State Police,” DiNapoli said. “My thanks to the District Attorney and the State Police for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-former-town-marion-court-clerk-pleads-guilty-theftNew NY Broadband Program
… (ESD) has effectively monitored and managed the New NY Broadband Program and whether the Program has achieved its … Program was to achieve statewide broadband availability by the end of 2018. ESD’s Broadband Program Office (BPO) is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/07/01/new-ny-broadband-programState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. … $4,846, or 13 percent, lacked documentation or were for an improper purpose. Town of Cameron – Justice Court and … County) The justice did not deposit, record and account for court moneys accurately and in a timely manner. The board …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1Oversight of Telemental Health Services
… the period from January 1, 2016 through February 11, 2021. About the Program Telemental health (TMH) is a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/06/17/oversight-telemental-health-servicesOversight of the Farm-to-School Program
… Objective To determine if the Department of Agriculture and Markets is adequately overseeing the Farm-to-School … contractors are performing as required, including meeting terms of the contracts and goals of the Program, is reduced. … reimbursement and monitoring of contract terms and conditions. Take appropriate action to investigate and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/04/19/oversight-farm-school-programDiNapoli Appoints Senior Budget and Policy Staff
… of Budget and Policy Analysis. These appointments are to fill currently vacant positions. “New York has a massive, … and will be critical in keeping the public informed of how the state is balancing its books and addressing important … Ohio State University. His salary is $170,000. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/dinapoli-appoints-senior-budget-and-policy-staffAlbany Community Charter School – Financial Operations (2013M-185)
… Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the process for selecting and negotiating the related financial terms for the building space needed for school operations and the effectiveness of the School’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2013/10/25/albany-community-charter-school-financial-operations-2013m-185