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Model Code of Ethics for Local Governments - Frequently Asked Questions
… a discretionary function requires the exercise of judgment. Examples of discretionary functions include: … is an officer of the organization (Section 2[c]). In this case, as an officer of the non-profit, the town board member … against the municipality on behalf of his or her spouse or minor children. For example, a municipal officer or employee …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/model-code-ethics-local-governments-frequently-asked-questionsUse of Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Money (2017-MS-5)
… four letter reports to the following entities: the City of Buffalo (Buffalo) and the Buffalo Firefighters Two Percent Fund (Buffalo TPF) [pdf] ; …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2018/01/12/use-foreign-fire-insurance-tax-money-2017-ms-5State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… district and charter school finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-1Accountability and Surplussing of Vehicles
… Objectives To determine whether the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) properly accounted for and … services for more than 130,000 New Yorkers with developmental disabilities. Regional Developmental Disabilities State Operations Offices …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/08/15/accountability-and-surplussing-vehiclesPreferred Source Contracting (Follow-Up)
… established under Section 162 of the New York State Finance Law (Law), grants “preferred source” status to … taken steps to establish criteria within its designation agreement with NYSID for reviews going forward but have not … is needed by NYSID in implementing changes required by the agreement. Key Recommendation SED officials are given 30 days …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/11/09/preferred-source-contracting-followWestchester School for Special Children – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… by 126 percent, from $38,000 to $86,000, over a 22-month period; and $40,638 in depreciation related to capital … $1,723 for lodging at the Majestic View Lodge near Zion National Park; $1,620 at a cigar store; and $369 at Victoria's Secret. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/07/02/westchester-school-special-children-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualOperational Advisory No. 13
… System (SFS). Guidance After the close of business on July 31, 2017, OSC will be closing June 2017 . SFS will … customer service at (518) 474-4868 or email STEXPEND@osc.state.ny.us . *FBIC vouchers (bills) that are in a recycled … assistance with FBIC billing email RevenueAccounting@osc.state.ny.us . The Guide to Financial Operations , Chapter …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/operational-advisory/13-august-2017-monthly-advisory-open-accounting-periodsComplaint Processing (Follow-Up)
… complaints that allege the use of excessive or unnecessary force, abuse of authority, discourtesy, use of offensive … and subject and witness officers to determine, based on guidance from CCRB legal counsel, whether there was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/09/05/complaint-processing-followState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… today announced the following local government and school audits were issued. Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science and Technology – Non-Payroll Disbursements (Monroe County) School officials did not ensure that disbursements were … today announced the following local government and school audits were issued …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-auditsOpinion 90-7
… of an act or omission which occurred while the officer or employee was acting within the scope of his or her … the adoption of local law or resolution (i) to confer the benefits of this section upon the employees of such public … or public benefit corporation, or (v) any other separate corporate instrumentality or unit of government...". The IDA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-7Vertus Charter School – Information Technology Asset Management (2025M-9)
… safeguard information technology (IT) assets acquired or in use during the audit period? Audit Period July 1, 2023 – … significant portion of a school’s IT asset inventory, both in value and number. While officials were unable to provide … $222,000. The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for overseeing the IT Department, including IT asset …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2025/06/27/vertus-charter-school-information-technology-asset-management-2025m-9New York City Department of Homeless Services – Oversight of Contract Expenditures of Church Avenue Merchants Block Association, Inc.
… shelters. In July 2011, DHS contracted with CAMBA, a City-based not-for-profit organization, to provide … substance abuse disorders, at its 200-bed Magnolia House Women’s Shelter (Magnolia) for the period from July … COVID-19-related expenses. In July 2021, DHS entered into a new $49 million contract with CAMBA for the period from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/07/14/new-york-city-department-homeless-services-oversight-contract-expenditures-church-avenueSecurity Delivery Instructions
… securities to the New York State Comptroller’s Office of Unclaimed Funds (OUF), using one of the approved delivery methods. Obtain Advance … number ○ ISIN (only for foreign transactions) ○ Number of shares ○ Delivering party’s Automated Customer Account … securities to the New York State Comptrollers Office of Unclaimed Funds OUF …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/reporters/security-delivery-instructionsMedicaid Program – Questionable Payments for Practitioner Services and Pharmacy Claims Pertaining to a Selected Physician
… complied with Medicaid policies and whether Dr. Ahmad’s medical records support the services he billed and the … The records must include information such as the pertinent medical history for each visit; notes regarding the patient’s … authorities. Key Findings Frequently, Dr. Ahmad’s medical records did not meet the minimum standards to support …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/09/18/medicaid-program-questionable-payments-practitioner-services-and-pharmacy-claims-pertainingOpinion 89-55
… in the opinion. POLICE AND POLICE PROTECTION -- Police Chief (delegation of power to determine promotions) -- Police Department (delegation to chief of police of power over promotions) LOCAL LAWS -- Transfer of Functions (delegation to chief of police of power over promotions) TOWN LAW, §§150, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-55State Will Save Millions After Audit Uncovers Unnecessary Medicaid Transportation Costs
… a provider of taxi services that overbilled DOH for tolls. The provider told auditors it charged for tolls based on the cash toll rate instead of the discounted … the provider billed Medicaid a total of $169,893 for tolls. In response to the work of auditors, the provider …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/state-will-save-millions-after-audit-uncovers-unnecessary-medicaid-transportation-costsMedicaid Program – Managed Care Organizations’ Readiness for the Encounter Intake System
… Purpose To determine the readiness of all Medicaid managed care organizations … (MCOs) to submit Medicaid encounter transactions to the new Encounter Intake System. We conducted an early assessment of the readiness of Medicaid MCOs as of September 30, 2015. We …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/03/29/medicaid-program-managed-care-organizations-readiness-encounter-intake-systemRolling Stock Programs Department – Selected Aspects of the M9 Rail Car Project Management (Follow-Up)
… Title 11 of the Public Authorities Law. One of the MTA’s six agencies, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is one of the … were implemented, three were partially implemented, and six were not implemented. Key Recommendation Officials are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/12/06/rolling-stock-programs-department-selected-aspects-m9-rail-car-project-management-followMedicaid Program – Reducing Medicaid Costs for Recipients Who Are Eligible for Medicare
… When SSA receives an SSI application for someone who is 65 years of age, it also checks the individual’s Medicare …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/14/medicaid-program-reducing-medicaid-costs-recipients-who-are-eligible-medicareState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… the network could be accessed by unauthorized individuals. In addition to sensitive IT control weaknesses that were … 681 network user accounts that were not needed or logged in to for at least six months. South Kortright Central School … reviewed lacked necessary supporting documentation. In addition, the board did not comply with state law when it …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0