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Signal Maintenance, Inspections, and Testing
… when MIT is required. NYCT is required to review the SSPP annually, and any modifications must be submitted to the PTSB … inspect all of the devices within their section locations annually or as directed by Signals management. For the 51,603 … For example, NYCT is required to review the SSPP annually, and any modifications must be submitted to the PTSB …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/10/17/signal-maintenance-inspections-and-testingOpinion 91-60
… views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues … of determining conflicts of interest) STATE CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE V, §1; GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §§33, 34, 800[3], 801, … with populations of 50,000 or more are required by article 18 of the General Municipal Law to file annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-60Do Not Call Enforcement Efforts
… Division of Consumer Protection (Division) is responsible for enforcing the Law, which took effect in 2001. Initially, … statistics shows that the number of cases referred for enforcement actions has declined in recent years. While … since 2014, the number of cases referred to counsel for further action decreased in each of the two subsequent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/09/28/do-not-call-enforcement-effortsAuditors Find Safety Hazards at Pre-K Facilities in New York City
… eligible four-year-olds in the state with the opportunity for an early childhood education and a new statutory … as contracted center-based and contracted school-based). For the 2016-17 school year, there were 72,176 students … State regulations require buildings and classrooms used for UPK to be safe and to comply with applicable fire safety, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/auditors-find-safety-hazards-pre-k-facilities-new-york-cityDiNapoli: Inconsistent Oversight and Guidance Left New York’s Group Home Residents at Risk During Pandemic
… The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities’ (OPWDD) inadequate … all group homes followed suit. The audit found that while many group homes had emergency response plans, they did not … dealing with staff shortages and confusion and delays over how to isolate or quarantine individuals during the worst …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-inconsistent-oversight-and-guidance-left-new-yorks-group-home-residents-risk-during-pandemicComptroller DiNapoli and Attorney General Schneiderman Announce Sentencing of Former Met Council Director
… and thoroughly pursuing this case. Through our Joint Task Force on Public Integrity, the Comptroller's office and the … York State Comptroller DiNapoli, as part of the Joint Task Force on Public Integrity. Attorney General Schneiderman and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/comptroller-dinapoli-and-attorney-general-schneiderman-announce-sentencing-former-met-councilDiNapoli: IDA Audits Reveal Need For Improved Project Oversight
… in Niagara , Tompkins and Wyoming counties failed to adequately monitor project approvals or results, according to audits issued today by New York State Comptroller Thomas … reports from project owners, which is not considered a best practice. Wyoming County IDA IDA officials failed to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-ida-audits-reveal-need-improved-project-oversightDiNapoli: Wall St. Profits Soared in First Half of 2020
… of industry employees were White, 22 percent were Asian American, 9 percent were Hispanic and 7 percent were African American (based on most recently available 2019 data). …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/dinapoli-wall-st-profits-soared-first-half-2020IT Security Fundamentals – Information Technology Governance
… Prior to examining your local government’s or school’s IT internal controls, it is important to understand two concepts that are fundamental to how IT … by someone with malicious intent and is considered a best practice by IT security professionals. A combination of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-governance/it-security-fundamentalsMaximizing Incentives for Individuals With Disabilities
… adults with a disability was 33% compared to 74% for working-age adults statewide. Further, working-age New … York’s 2015 Employment First Commission as a key resource for improving competitive employment opportunities and outcomes for all individuals with a disability who desire services and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/08/30/maximizing-incentives-individuals-disabilitiesNon-Revenue Service Vehicles and On-Rail Equipment (Follow-Up)
… ( 2020-S-29 ). About the Program The MTA is responsible for developing and implementing a unified mass transportation policy for New York City and Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Putnum, … Long Island. LIRR’s Engineering Department is responsible for the design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/07/25/non-revenue-service-vehicles-and-rail-equipment-followOpinion 93-3
… §§103, 104-b: A fire district is not required to advertise for sealed bids to contract for the services of physicians to give physicals to volunteer … You ask whether a fire district is required to advertise for sealed bids to engage the services of physicians to give …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-3New York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era
… Subscribe for Latest Updates The State Comptroller’s Office is … Rates: New York City and New York State Unemployment rates for New York State, New York City and the balance of the … As shown in the chart below, the average unemployment rate for the balance of the State, excluding New York City, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/covid-19-february-3-2021Accounting for Capital Assets
A municipality's inventory of capital assets often represents its most significant investment of resources. This session will cover the proper accounting for these valuable assets. We will also discuss best practices to ensure these assets are properly safeguarded from theft or loss.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/accounting-capital-assets-110624.pdfNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (April 16, 2021)
… (PPP) is a loan program administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) first authorized by Congress in … rent and utility payments. The loan can be forgiven if the business maintains employment levels and meets other … of loans, 2 percent of value). Source: U.S. Small Business Administration Data accessed on March 25, 2021, for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-economy-and-finances-covid-19-era-april-16-2021DiNapoli Issues Report on Public-Private Partnerships
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli called for strong oversight provisions if New York broadens the … to be rebuilt and repaired but the state’s ability to pay for this important work is limited,” DiNapoli said. “If New … and other charges. While financing costs tend to be higher for the private sector, the agreements can be attractive …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2013/06/dinapoli-issues-report-public-private-partnershipsDiNapoli: Audit Finds Poor Financial Management by Central New York Regional Market Authority Board
… The Central New York Regional Market Authority’s financial position has … to FY 2022-23, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. If authority … total net position declined from $6 million at the start of FY 2020-21 to $4.9 million at the end of FY 2022-23. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-audit-finds-poor-financial-management-central-new-york-regional-market-authority-boardNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Leads Coalition of Comptrollers & Treasurers Opposing Trump Repeal of Clean Power Plan
… of all Americans. Comptroller DiNapoli, was joined in the filling to the EPA by California State Treasurer John … The White House cannot afford to stick America's head in the sand when it comes to creating a cleaner economy. If … don't act now, American businesses are at risk of lagging in the world marketplace." "At a time when the White House …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-leads-coalition-comptrollers-treasurers-opposing-trump-repeal-clean-powerAppointment of Claims Auditor – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… Establishing a separate position with the responsibility for auditing claims may increase the effectiveness of this … of a claims auditing official would be beneficial for your locality. Several sections of law (see Appendix A) … would then be forwarded to the officer responsible for preparing and signing checks. After the claims auditing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/appointment-claims-auditorNYSLRS Announces Employer Contribution Rates for 2024-25
… average contribution rates will increase from 13.1% to 15.2% of payroll for the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) and from 27.8% to 31.2% of payroll for the Police and Fire Retirement System … 31, 2023. NYSLRS is consistently ranked among the nation’s best funded retirement systems. A high funding ratio means …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/nyslrs-announces-employer-contribution-rates-2024-25