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Oversight of the Farm-to-School Program
… Key Findings We found the Department needs to improve monitoring of both Program expenditures and recipient … We generally attribute these findings to a breakdown in monitoring functions as well as a lack of policies and procedures to guide staff on Program monitoring. We reviewed 21 (of 45) Program contracts totaling …
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, … of experience and knowledge that Maria and Todd will bring to our team will greatly enhance our existing efforts and … issues, and is well-respected for her ability to distill complex research into understandable and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/dinapoli-appoints-senior-budget-and-policy-staffAlbany Community Charter School – Financial Operations (2013M-185)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the process for selecting and … space needed for school operations and the effectiveness of the School’s compact contract with the Foundation for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2013/10/25/albany-community-charter-school-financial-operations-2013m-185Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… the treasurer did not provide regular financial reports to the board or maintain adequate accounting records. In … not develop and manage a comprehensive investment program to ensure interest earnings were maximized. Also, village … financial institutions or prepare any cash flow forecasts to estimate the amount of funds available for investment. Had …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/04/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0Processing of Sexual Offense Evidence Collection Kits
… Objective To determine if the Division of State Police’s (Division) … 12, 2020. About the Program Medical professionals use kits to collect DNA and other evidence during the physical exam of … alleged victim of sexual assault. Once a victim consents to release a kit for testing, the investigating law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/05/27/processing-sexual-offense-evidence-collection-kitsDiNapoli: Drastic State Revenue Shortfall in April
… Thomas P. DiNapoli, significant revenue declines occurred for New York in April as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic … period uses the amended Executive Budget estimates for comparison, and is on a State Operating Funds basis … primarily due to the postponement of the filing deadline for tax returns. Sales tax collections reflected the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/05/dinapoli-drastic-state-revenue-shortfall-aprilResponsiveness to Noise Complaints Related to Construction Projects (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the … in our initial audit report, Responsiveness to Noise Complaints Related to Construction Projects (Report … To determine the extent of implementation of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/02/04/responsiveness-noise-complaints-related-construction-projects-followNYS Common Retirement Fund Reports First Quarter Results
… The New York State Common Retirement Fund’s (Fund) estimated … with an estimated value of $216.3 billion, according to New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “One of the … market volatility and uncertainty will continue. We manage New York state’s pension fund to withstand tough challenges. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/08/nys-common-retirement-fund-reports-first-quarter-resultsOptional Membership – Membership and Enrollment
… year basis; or Annual compensation less than the New York State’s minimum wage multiplied by 2,000 hours. Before July … is received by NYSLRS, as long as it is received on or after the hire date. If membership is optional but the … . Employees’ Right to Membership All employees of the State or of a participating employer, who are not mandatory …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/optional-membershipState Agencies Bulletin No. 1856
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of the 2020 Year End processing schedule for AC-230s (Report of Check Returned for Refund or Exchange). Background To maintain the efficiency of AC-230 … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of the 2020 Year End …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1856-schedule-submitting-2020-year-end-returned-checksOversight of Passenger Safety (Follow-Up)
… Disabilities Services Offices (DDSOs) – Metro NY (the Bronx and Manhattan), Brooklyn, Bernard M. Fineson (Queens), and Staten Island – are responsible for overseeing 115 State-run …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/07/28/oversight-passenger-safety-followSubmitting Your Payment – Legacy Reporting
… It’s the same system used by banks. Convenient. It saves time, money and paperwork without sacrificing accuracy, … to send NYSLRS your monthly payments, we withdraw exactly what is owed. If you mail NYSLRS a check or initiate an … 1 to access the employer menu). Security Forms There are two separate security forms you must submit to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/legacy-reporting/submitting-your-paymentWhat Not to Report – Legacy Reporting
… Law. The following payments should not be reported to us on the monthly report (nor should contributions be taken from … made for unused sick leave Termination payments New York State Disability Insurance payments Payment for unused … Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code. The New York State laws regarding Cafeteria Plan Salary Reductions are as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/legacy-reporting/what-not-reportState Agencies Bulletin No. 1775
… NYSLRS by filling out NYSLRS’ secure online Contact Us form at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1775-required-updates-regarding-employees-government-issued-social-securityDiNapoli: Former NYU Finance Director Pays Over $660,000 in Restitution for Role in Multi-Million Dollar Fraud
… A former director of finance and administration at New York University … be held accountable.” Tappe, 59, used her position as the director of finance and administration for NYU’s Metropolitan … A former director of finance and administration at New York University …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-former-nyu-finance-director-pays-over-660000-restitution-role-multi-million-dollar-fraudDiNapoli: No Good Options for MTA to Manage Hole in Capital Funding
… $1.78 billion. Normal Replacement: Railcars and Buses, $2.75 billion. System Improvements: Accessibility and Signal … meet the loss of congestion pricing revenue, inclusive of $2 billion in federal matching funds for SAS Phase 2. The MTA must work with its federal partners to move …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-no-good-options-mta-manage-hole-capital-fundingDiNapoli: Motor Vehicle Fatalities Rise Sharply in NY
… Motor vehicle fatalities in New York state rose 25.8% from 2019-2022, with fatalities at … highest level in a decade in 2022, even as the number of vehicle miles travelled, licensed drivers, and traffic … Motor vehicle fatalities in New York state …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-motor-vehicle-fatalities-rise-sharply-nyCapital One Bank Accounts
… by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) at Capital One Bank and to assess the appropriateness of … we identified 15 bank accounts that were established at Capital One Bank and were not on the MTA's list of authorized … by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority MTA at Capital One Bank and to assess the a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/01/27/capital-one-bank-accountsForensic Audit of Dual Employment Approvals and Conflicts
… employees who also worked for a New York State or City agency had approval to do so; were working their required … in connection with his/her outside employment. Each MTA agency may develop its own outside employment policy to … from both the MTA and either a State, City, or another MTA agency during the exact same time periods. Key Findings We …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/12/19/forensic-audit-dual-employment-approvals-and-conflictsDiNapoli: Halfmoon Resident Allegedly Stole Deceased Mother's Pension Payments
… by filing a complaint online at https://www.osc.state.ny.us/investigations , or by mailing a complaint to: Office … of Investigations, 8th Floor, 110 State St., Albany, NY 12236. … Comptroller DiNapoli announced Christmas Fish of Halfmoon NY has been charged with grand larceny for allegedly stealing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-halfmoon-resident-allegedly-stole-deceased-mothers-pension-payments