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DiNapoli: Majority of Cities and Villages Statewide Below Fiscal Stress Threshold
… seven villages and three cities in New York in some level of fiscal stress in 2018. DiNapoli evaluated all non-calendar … public informed on the financial and demographic drivers of fiscal stress.” DiNapoli’s office evaluated 526 villages, … which has been in place since 2012, assesses levels of fiscal stress in local governments using financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/03/dinapoli-majority-cities-and-villages-statewide-below-fiscal-stress-thresholdState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… decreased from $213,327 as of fiscal year-end 2014 to $30,487 as of fiscal-year end 2018. While budget-to-actual … the financing sources needed to fund the estimated cost. This also contributed to budget status reports for the … billions in state payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract FOIL requests, bid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsCriminal History Background Checks of Unlicensed Health Care Employees
… Purpose To determine if the Department of Health (Department) effectively oversees and monitors … in direct care positions. Our audit covered the period of April 1, 2014 through March 3, 2017. Background The … for conducting criminal history background checks of unlicensed persons in Nursing Homes, ACFs, and HHCs. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/06/08/criminal-history-background-checks-unlicensed-health-care-employeesDiNapoli: Moderate Growth in Local Sales Tax Collections for First Half of 2017
… sales tax collections across New York grew 3.3 percent in the first six months of 2017, according to a report released … Lakes (4 percent) regions had the highest growth rates in the state. Additionally, Long Island's growth rate (3.3 … Local sales tax collections across New York grew 33 percent in the first six months of 2017 according to a report …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-moderate-growth-local-sales-tax-collections-first-half-2017State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… municipal finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being … purposes. In addition, auditors found the village began to effectively enforce the collection of delinquent real … budget relies on nonrecurring revenue of $59.2 million to balance its budget. Police overtime costs could …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… , Clinton County , Town of Frankfort and the Locust Valley Fire District . "In today's fiscal climate, budget … benefits for elected officials in 2016 and 2017. Locust Valley Fire District – Conference and Travel Expenditures … Company Clinton County Town of Frankfort and the Locust Valley Fire District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsDiNapoli: State Agency Overtime Tops $316 Million Halfway Into 2014
… the same period in 2013. “This troubling trend could again result in a record-breaking year of overtime hours and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-state-agency-overtime-tops-316-million-halfway-2014DiNapoli: Contribute to a NY 529 College Savings Account and Deduct Up to $10,000 From Your State Taxes
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today reminded New Yorkers that contributions to a New York State 529 College Savings Program account are tax … New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today reminded New Yorkers that contributions to a New York State 529 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-contribute-ny-529-college-savings-account-and-deduct-10000-your-state-taxesContract Award and Performance
… Purpose To determine whether the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) awarded procurement … Our audit included contracts awarded or modified during the period April 1, 2011 through March 31, 2013. Background … To determine whether the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/22/contract-award-and-performanceSelected Financial Management and Administrative Practices
… Purpose To determine whether the Office of the Nassau County Public Administrator (NCPA) operates in … are responsible for administering the estates of individuals who die intestate (without a will) and leave … by a fee set by the Surrogate’s Court on the closing value of each administered estate. As of December 31, 2013, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/28/selected-financial-management-and-administrative-practicesOpinion 94-11
… for the fire district to expend district funds to commemorate the anniversary of the fire department. However, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-11New York City School-Based Health Centers – Security and Controls Over Medications and Related Supplies
… have implemented proper controls over their medications and related supplies. Our audit covered the period July 1, … health care alternative for preschool, elementary, middle, and high school students in low-income, high-risk … medical facilities (e.g., hospitals, diagnostic and treatment centers, and community organizations) that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/01/08/new-york-city-school-based-health-centers-security-and-controls-over-medications-andOversight of Persons Convicted of Driving While Intoxicated
… the period August 15, 2010 to May 19, 2015. Background In New York, Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a serious … 15, 2010 must install an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) in any vehicle they own or operate. In addition, the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) adds an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/10/07/oversight-persons-convicted-driving-while-intoxicatedPrivacy and Security of Student Data
… complete, interconnected systems of educational services in the United States. The Department administers school aid, … with 2.4 million students. The Department is responsible for safeguarding its data and ensuring the confidentiality, … leading to an increased reliance on technology. This resulted in an escalation of cybersecurity threats – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/05/16/privacy-and-security-student-dataDiNapoli, McGill Announce Arrest of Man Who Allegedly Stole Deceased Mother's Retirement Payments
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Special Agent-in-Charge Michael McGill of the Social Security … of Charles Alton Bump Jr. for allegedly stealing $53,320 in payments from the New York State Common Retirement Fund … pension fund and $24,641 from the SSA. “The allegations in this case are heinous and driven by greed,” DiNapoli said. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/dinapoli-mcgill-announce-arrest-man-who-allegedly-stole-deceased-mothers-retirement-paymentsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… today announced the following school district audits have been issued. Addison Central School District – Financial … property tax increases each year, the increases may not have been necessary. The district’s surplus fund balance … today announced the following school district audits have been issued …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0State Comptroller DiNapoli and Brooklyn DA Gonzalez Announce Arrest in Check Theft Scheme
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez and the United States Postal … said. “I’m grateful for my office’s partnership with District Attorney Gonzalez and the United States Postal … to hold Mr. Galker accountable for his actions.” Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez said: “Stealing funds …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-brooklyn-da-gonzalez-announce-arrest-check-theft-schemeDiNapoli: Potsdam Audit Finds Missing Court Funds
… The former justice court clerk in the town of Potsdam was arrested for embezzling $117,000 after an audit found she manipulated court accounting records … St. Lawrence County District Attorney Mary Rain’s office. In February, the former clerk – Mary Jo Guyette – was charged …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/dinapoli-potsdam-audit-finds-missing-court-fundsUnited Community Services, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… of Education (DoE) refers students to United based on clinical evaluations and pays for these services using rates … contributions that did not comply with the Manual’s guidelines; $17,931 in undocumented vehicle expenses; $17,347 … $4,695 for staff food, $4,285 for utilities, $3,392 in cell phone expenses, $2,781 for staff gifts, and $2,194 for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/12/30/united-community-services-inc-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. … that all such expenditures are adequately supported and for necessary district purposes. Credit card charges totaling … purchasing policy. In addition, credit card charges for conferences totaling $6,185 were not supported by proof …
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