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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… In 2013, LIRR awarded a contract to procure new M9 train cars. The contract includes an initial base order of 92 cars with options for an additional 584 M9 cars. In July 2017, LIRR exercised its first option for an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsVillage of Rhinebeck – Claims Auditing (2025M-147)
… 30, 2024 Understanding the Audit Area The claims audit is often the last line of defense for preventing … auditing process, the control consciousness of its staff is enhanced because officers and employees are aware that a … will occur before public funds are disbursed. Because it is the board’s responsibility to ensure tax dollars are spent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2026/05/15/village-rhinebeck-claims-auditing-2025m-147Extra-Classroom Activity (2015-MR-5)
… , Greene , Ithaca , Laurens and Livingston Manor . Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine if District officials properly … as "funds raised other than by taxation or through charges of a board of education (Board), for, by or in the name of a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/06/17/extra-classroom-activity-2015-mr-5Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… P. DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of Center Moriches Free Public Library , Town of Harmony , … their money is being spent appropriately and effectively.” Center Moriches Free Public Library – Budgeting and Cash … P DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of Center Moriches Free Public Library Town of Harmony Village …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-2Town of Spencer – Disbursements (2025M-35)
… approximately $2.1 million during the audit period. It is the responsibility of the Board to conduct a thorough and … that were not included on a Board-approved abstract, which is a list of all claims that have been audited and approved … claims are not audited or lack sufficient support, there is an increased risk that inappropriate disbursements could …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2025/07/18/town-spencer-disbursements-2025m-35State Agencies Bulletin No. 2209
… processing of the April 2024 Increases to Location Pay and Location Mid-Hudson Pay and provide instructions for payments not processed … Federation (PEF), provides for an increase in Location Pay for employees located Downstate who are currently … processing of the April 2024 Increases to Location Pay and Location MidHudson Pay and provide instructions for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2209-april-2024-increase-location-pay-and-mid-hudson-location-pay-employeesDiNapoli: New York Sending More Tax Dollars to Federal Government Than it Gets Back
… "New York sent an estimated $40.9 billion more in tax payments to Washington in 2016 than it received back in … in some areas, in total it receives significantly less per tax dollar than the vast majority of states. Federal decision … The average return for all states was $1.18 cents per tax dollar sent to Washington. In federal fiscal year (FFY) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-new-york-sending-more-tax-dollars-federal-government-it-gets-backDiNapoli: Pandemic Disrupts Special Education; Many Students Missing Mandated Services
… with disabilities lost partial or full special education services because of school shutdowns and the shift to remote … system, but the students who need special education services were especially impacted,” DiNapoli said. “An … had a disability. During the COVID-19 crisis, programs and services for students with disabilities were disrupted by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-pandemic-disrupts-special-education-many-students-missing-mandated-servicesMidway Fire District – Claims Auditing (2025M-143)
… Because it is the Board’s responsibility to ensure tax dollars are spent properly, efficiently and in the best … were not always adequately supported; included sales tax, unnecessary charges including potentially inappropriate … gift card purchases totaling $2,000 were made. Sales tax totaling $762 was paid, even though the District was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2026/05/01/midway-fire-district-claims-auditing-2025m-143-0Cost-Saving Ideas: Evaluate the Efficiency of Your Water Delivery System
… implement control systems to make sure better production and delivery information can guide investment … produced. Controls to avoid errors in transferring daily production records to monthly reports. Sufficient production records for extended periods of time. Water …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-evaluate-efficiency-your-water-delivery-systemCroton-Harmon Union Free School District - Professional Services (2019M-51)
… Determine if District officials sought competition for procurement of professional services. Key Findings … $128,205 during the audit period. Have written agreements for four professional service providers who were paid $58,409 … the audit period. Key Recommendations Seek competition for all professional services. Enter into written agreements …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/06/14/croton-harmon-union-free-school-district-professional-services-2019m-51Fayetteville-Manlius Central School District – Professional Services (2020M-115)
… School District (District) officials sought competition for procurement of professional services. Audit Results With … minor exceptions, District officials sought competition for professional services. Key Recommendation Continue to review and update the request for proposal (RFP) timetable and ensure all professional …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2020/11/13/fayetteville-manlius-central-school-district-professional-services-2020mNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Appoints First Director of Sustainable Investments and Climate Solutions
… Program, working in partnership with all asset class teams. In addition, the director will provide internal training to investment teams on sustainable investing to further integrate ESG … Siwo is available for download here https://www.osc.state.ny.us/images/press/andrew-siwo-photo.jpg. About …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-appoints-first-director-sustainable-investments-and-climate-solutionsDiNapoli: New York's Higher Education Sector Boosts State and Local Economies, but Job Recovery Lags
… in 2023, but the sector still has over 13,000 fewer jobs since the pandemic. “The higher education sector brings … state’s colleges and universities fell by just over 22,000 jobs through 2021, a 7.1% drop from 2019. As of 2023, there were 13,090 fewer jobs than 2019. In 2023, average annual wages paid by the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-new-yorks-higher-education-sector-boosts-state-and-local-economies-job-recovery-lagsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal and School Audits
… IT equipment or maintain sufficiently detailed, up-to-date inventory records. The IT inventory list included at least 400 active IT devices that were … for 201 devices. Auditors reviewed 60 IT devices to confirm the devices were properly inventoried and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-and-school-audits-0Other Bulletin No. 82
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to inform the State University Construction Fund of OSC’s … Eligibility Criteria: The following employees are eligible to receive the April 2025 SCF CSEA Salary Increase: Employees … ANN who are in an NS position (Grade 600) which is equated to a grade (Grade 001-031) As of the date of this bulletin, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/suny-construction-fund/other-82-april-2025-state-university-construction-fund-scf-civilOther Bulletin No. 67
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to inform the State University Construction Fund of OSC’s … Eligibility Criteria The following employees are eligible to receive the April 2023 SCF CSEA Salary Increase: Employees … ANN who are in an NS position (Grade 600) which is equated to a grade (Grade 001-031) As of the date of this bulletin, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/suny-construction-fund/other-67-april-2023-state-university-construction-fund-scf-civilDiNapoli, Sanders and Anderson Take Action to Expand Lending in Underserved Communities and Spur Economic Development
… through homeownership, entrepreneurship and job growth. It is a win-win for the state and our local communities.” … red tape and raising the cap so community banks can do what they’re meant to do, invest in us. That means more … Assemblymember Clyde Vanel, would raise the Community Bank Deposit Program (CBDP) cap from $20 million to $30 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/03/dinapoli-sanders-and-anderson-take-action-expand-lending-underserved-communities-and-spur-economicState Agencies Bulletin No. 1205
… Federated Fund Number which appears on the authorization card must be used as the Deduction Code. Cards that have been … must be returned to the employee for completion of a new card. The amount of deduction requested on the authorization … following deduction codes: Deduction Code 851 – SEFA of NYC (http://www.sefanyc.org/) Deduction Code 865 – SEFA of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1205-2013-sefa-state-employees-federated-appeal-campaignComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Guilty Plea of Former NYC Council Member Ruben Wills
… Attorney General Schneiderman, Mr. Wills was convicted and is serving prison time." "New Yorkers trust that their … said Attorney General Schneiderman . "No public servant is above the law, and we'll continue to root out and … and sentenced to two to six years in prison (which he is currently serving), as well as a $5,000 fine and more than …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-guilty-plea-former-nyc-council-member-ruben-wills