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DiNapoli Releases Review of Executive Budget
… Although the state Division of the Budget (DOB) forecasts in the State Fiscal Year (SFY) … remain in balance for the next five years, the direction of the pandemic, inflation, and supply chain issues all … Thomas P. DiNapoli. The budget also proposes billions of dollars in spending that would bypass critical oversight …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/dinapoli-releases-review-executive-budgetAdministration of Mitchell-Lama Waiting Lists (Follow-Up)
… of 269 State-supervised developments, with over 105,000 apartments, were built under the Program. In exchange for … out, they are no longer subject to DHCR supervision, and apartments do not need to be kept affordable for … Program developments with approximately 64,000 apartments. Apartments are rented or sold to applicants on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/01/19/administration-mitchell-lama-waiting-lists-followTown of Wilson –Purchasing (2014M-077)
… 11, 2014. Background The Town of Wilson is located in Niagara County and serves a population of approximately … awarded by a municipality’s purchasing agency located in the State of Minnesota. However, the documentation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2014/07/25/town-wilson-purchasing-2014m-077Town of Minden – Budgeting (2014M-366)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Town’s budgeting practices for the period January 1, 2011 through July 31, 2014. … The purpose of our audit was to review the Towns budgeting practices for the period January 1 2011 through July 31 2014 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2015/05/29/town-minden-budgeting-2014m-366Town of Middlefield – Budgeting (2015M-109)
… the Board’s practices regarding adopting, monitoring and controlling the budgets for the period January 1, 2013 … The Town of Middlefield is located in Otsego County and has a population of approximately 2,100. The Town is … The Board consistently adopted unrealistic budgets and relied on one-time revenues to fund operations. The Board …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2015/08/14/town-middlefield-budgeting-2015m-109Town of Corning – Procurement (2020M-93)
… year mowing contract was awarded for $26,000 to a company owned by a Board member’s sons even though the company was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2020/12/04/town-corning-procurement-2020m-93Payments Allowed in Advance of Audit – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… may, by resolution, authorize payment in advance for public utility services, postage, freight and express … and included on the next abstract as prepaid amounts. Public utility services generally include electric, gas, water, sewer and telephone services. 10 In addition, the governing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/payments-allowed-advance-auditLicensing and Monitoring of Proprietary Schools
… monitoring schools and utilizing its database to look for warning flags of future closings. The audit covers the … criteria. Within the Department, the Bureau is responsible for overseeing these proprietary schools, including licensing … a Second Language schools – operating in New York State. For both initial (two-year) and renewal (four-year) license …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/01/21/licensing-and-monitoring-proprietary-schoolsTown of Benson - Disbursements (2019M-54)
… Supervisor established adequate control procedures over check disbursements and bank account transfers. Key Findings … profile totaling $427,704. Town officials did not monitor check disbursements or bank account transfers. The Board … authorize all online bank account transfers. Monitor check disbursements and bank account transfers. Perform an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2019/06/21/town-benson-disbursements-2019m-54Oversight of Public Water Systems (Follow-Up)
… there are emerging contaminants with known adverse health effects that the Department continues to study to determine …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/11/19/oversight-public-water-systems-followTown of Butternuts – Disbursements (2021M-62)
… not provide adequate oversight of the disbursement process and exceeded its authority under New York State Town Law … account that, at times, had more than $500,000 on deposit. In addition, the Board allowed debit cards to be used, which … access to the Town bank account. Town officials agreed with our recommendations and indicated they will take …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2021/08/06/town-butternuts-disbursements-2021m-62Accountability and Surplussing of Vehicles (Follow-Up)
… or medical appointments. Within the New York City (NYC) region, four local Developmental Disabilities Services … were assigned to the transportation offices of the four NYC DDSOs. Statewide policy requires vehicles be used only … whether OPWDD properly accounted for and surplussed its NYC region vehicles, and whether staff used those vehicles …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/05/27/accountability-and-surplussing-vehicles-followTown of Lyndon – Purchasing (2013M-149)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate internal controls over purchasing for the period … policy as required. In August 2011 the Board adopted a resolution stating that although it is understood that the … adhering to the competitive bidding requirements and monitor compliance with the adopted policy before approving …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/09/06/town-lyndon-purchasing-2013m-149Village of Unadilla – Budgeting (2013M-143)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Village’s budgeting practices for the period of … 13, 2013. Background The Village of Unadilla is located in Otsego County. The Village is governed by an elected … three of the last six years, these appropriated funds were not available. As of May 31, 2012, the Village’s general fund …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/08/30/village-unadilla-budgeting-2013m-143Village of Richmondville – Disbursements (2012M-178)
… are accurate. Ensure that the Clerk-Treasurer and her two Deputies cannot perform all functions within the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/01/25/village-richmondville-disbursements-2012m-178Village of Lewiston – Purchasing (2013M-45)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate internal controls over … June 1, 2011, to January 31, 2013. Background The Village of Lewiston is located in the Town of Lewiston in Niagara … Village of Lewiston Purchasing 2013M45 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/05/03/village-lewiston-purchasing-2013m-45Village of Gowanda – Procurement (2013M-175)
… 26, 2013. Background The Village of Gowanda is located in Cattaraugus and Erie Counties and has a population of … Key Finding We tested 16 purchases totaling $408,028 made in the 2011-12 and 2012-13 fiscal years. These purchases … to ensure that Village officials obtained bids and quotes in accordance with the Village’s procurement policy, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/09/13/village-gowanda-procurement-2013m-175Town of Middlebury – Purchasing (2013M-212)
… of our audit was to evaluate internal controls over purchasing for the period January 1, 2012, through June 19, … Town of Middlebury Purchasing 2013M212 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/10/04/town-middlebury-purchasing-2013m-212Town of Wellsville – Budgeting (2021M-112)
… with how it budgets for the general and highway funds. The Board gave taxpayers the impression that real …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2021/11/19/town-wellsville-budgeting-2021m-112Oversight of Chemical Dependence Residential Services
… Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) properly monitored residential services to ensure conditions are safe and secure … and recovery. OASAS oversees Chemical Dependence Residential Services delivered by certified providers, including Community Residential (CR) and Supportive Living (SL) services. A CR …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/12/03/oversight-chemical-dependence-residential-services