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Archived: Legislative Session 2019–2020
… and provide critical services during the COVID-19 public health crisis and its aftermath, by: (1) extending the … technology for procurement purposes; clarifying the use of best and final offers for invitations for bids and requests … account balance for the New York Achieving A Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program to match the federally …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/archived-legislative-session-2019-2020DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Arrest of Upstate Woman for Theft of over $67K in NYS Pension Benefits, $19K Welfare Fraud
… to documents filed with the court today, Banack’s father, Anthony Banack, was a New York State pensioner who retired in 1991. At the time of his retirement, Anthony Banack selected to receive his pension as a Pop Up … to his wife, Rosemary Banack, at the time of his death. Anthony Banack died in 2004, and Rosemary Banack ultimately …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-arrest-upstate-woman-theft-over-67k-nys-pension-benefits-19kComptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Felony Conviction of Upstate Woman for Pension Fraud and Welfare Fraud
… previously filed with the court, Banack's father, Anthony Banack, was a New York State pensioner who retired in 1991. At the time of his retirement, Anthony Banack selected to received his pension as a Pop Up … to his wife, Rosemary Banack, at the time of his death. Anthony Banack died in 2004, and Rosemary Banack ultimately …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-felony-conviction-upstate-woman-pension-fraud-andVII.2.A Direct Journal Payment – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… received by an agency that do not need to be applied to a customer AR Item, such as miscellaneous receipts. The process … in error. Additional fields on the Payments tab include: Customer ID: A Customer ID is required when depositing receipts from public … received by an agency that do not need to be applied to a customer AR Item such as miscellaneous receipts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii2a-direct-journal-paymentPurchasing Practices at the Linden Plaza Mitchell-Lama Housing Development
… system. We judgmentally selected two invoices, one for ten refrigerators and another for eight stoves to account for … due to poor record keeping. While they showed us several refrigerators and stoves in a warehouse, they were unable to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/09/06/purchasing-practices-linden-plaza-mitchell-lama-housing-developmentVillage of Asharoken – Claims Audit and Treasurer's Duties (2025M-82)
… [read complete report – pdf] Audit Objective Did the Village of Asharoken (Village) Board of Trustees (Board) … that non-payroll disbursements were properly audited and the Village Treasurer’s (Treasurer) financial duties were … Audit Period June 1, 2023 – December 6, 2024 Understanding the Audit Area The audit of claims is often the last line of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2026/03/06/village-asharoken-claims-audit-and-treasurers-duties-2025m-82Preston Fire District – Board Oversight (2025M-87)
… activities to help ensure public funds are managed with accountability, transparency and integrity. This … in a savings account that offered 0.02 percent interest with earnings of $125 during the three complete fiscal years … available to the District, such as Treasury Bills, with an average rate of 3.89 percent interest, they could …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2026/03/13/preston-fire-district-board-oversight-2025m-87State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… and plans to contribute toward EO 88 and complied with the guidelines. However, auditors found OGS had relied on one … Controls (2018-N-6) The department monitored traffic flow at intersections, but did not address the concerns of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsState Agencies Bulletin No. 2062
… RETRO Overtime 2080 ROA – Retro OT - Annuals ORC- Overtime Recall Annual 2080 RCL – Recall Overtime R2R – Retro OT Recall 2080 RRO – Retro Recall Overtime OWC- OT Waiver for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2062-changes-calculation-overtime-and-pre-shift-briefing-eligible-employeesOffice of Operations: 2024 Virtual Fall Conference
… if you have questions or need assistance. COURSE SCHEDULE Monday, October 28 9:00 – 12:00: The … Target Audience: Agency staff involved in Procurements Course Length: 3 hours Join WebEx Presentation (PDF) 1:30 – 3:00: Procurement Thresholds This course will provide an overview of the varying contract …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/outreach/office-operations-2024-virtual-fall-conference-archivedPreparing and Applying for Retirement
… is a big step, and we want to make sure you’re ready when the time comes. Below you’ll find guidance on preparing for … of during retirement. If your retirement is further in the future, it is never too early to start planning for … a physical or mental condition. For more information about the types of benefits available and how to apply, visit our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/preparing-and-applying-for-retirementCity of Gloversville – City Clerk (2019M-96)
… report - pdf ] Audit Objective Determine whether the City of Gloversville (City) Clerk properly accounted for fees. Key Findings The … and record all transactions in the accounting system. City officials generally agreed with our recommendations and … Determine whether the City of Gloversville City Clerk properly accounted for fees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2020/12/11/city-gloversville-city-clerk-2019m-96Urban Choice Charter School - Information Technology (2019M-240)
… assets were safeguarded. Key Findings A former employee’s user account was used to process 510 financial transactions … to officials. Key Recommendations Immediately disable user accounts of former employees and ensure all IT users have and use their own user accounts when accessing the network and specialized …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2020/06/12/urban-choice-charter-school-information-technology-2019m-240Pelham Union Free School District – Reserve Funds (2015M-366)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine the District’s management of reserves for the … by more than $2.2 million from fiscal year 2011-12 to fiscal year 2014-15. Key Recommendation Ensure that the … in the retirement contribution reserve account are used to fund operations in a manner that benefits District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/03/18/pelham-union-free-school-district-reserve-funds-2015m-366Chili Public Library – Board Oversight (2015M-130)
… May 15, 2015. Background The Chili Public Library is a municipal library located in the Town of Chili in Monroe County and provides services to approximately …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2015/08/14/chili-public-library-board-oversight-2015m-130Ulster County Community College - Retiree Health Insurance and Payroll (2018M-123)
… eligibility of retirees, and inappropriately paid $2,092 in premiums for two deceased individuals. Segregate payroll …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/community-college/2018/10/26/ulster-county-community-college-retiree-health-insurance-and-payrollVillage of Avon - Board Oversights and Professional Services (2018M-30)
… and executed and monitored contracts for professional services. Key Findings The Treasurer inaccurately recorded … and require and monitor written contracts for professional services. Village officials generally agreed with our … Village of Avon Board Oversights and Professional Services 2018M30 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2018/05/18/village-avon-board-oversights-and-professional-services-2018m-30DiNapoli: Fulton County Snowmobile President Arrested for Stealing Over $8,000 From Nonprofit
… $8,000 from a nonprofit that maintains snowmobile trails in the Adirondacks. Daley, the president of the Snowdrifters … falsifying business records to fraudulently secure $40,000 in state grant money for the organization. “Chad Daley … Poulin and the New York State Police for their partnership in ensuring justice is served.” New York State Police …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-fulton-county-snowmobile-president-arrested-stealing-over-8000-nonprofitDiNapoli: Village of Candor Mayor Arrested for Allegedly Stealing From the Village
… those who use their position at the expense of the public. I thank the Comptroller’s Office and the Tioga County … In March 2023, the Village of Candor hired an outside consultant to assist with its annual reports. The consultant … public corruption and encourages the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-village-candor-mayor-arrested-allegedly-stealing-villageFormer Hannibal Fire Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing From Fire Company
… guilty plea illustrates the duplicity he presented to cheat the fire company out of its rightful funds,” James …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/former-hannibal-fire-chief-pleads-guilty-stealing-fire-company