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Opinion 88-34
… Atty Gen [Inf Opn] 1109 appear to be in conflict and ask for our opinion in this regard. In 21 Opns St Comp, 1965, p … accomplished in accordance with the procedures prescribed for the adoption of ordinances by Town Law, §§130 and 133. … to include a "rule or regulation of the town board for the violation of which a penalty is imposed". …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-34DiNapoli Statement on Governor's Veto of Transparency Legislation
… P. DiNapoli released the following statement regarding Gov. Kathy Hochul’s veto of legislation that would have … P DiNapoli released the following statement regarding Gov Kathy Hochuls veto of legislation that would have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-statement-governors-veto-transparency-legislationChenango Fire Company – Controls Over Financial Activities (2014M-290)
… Town of Chenango in Broome County. The Company provides fire protection to the Towns of Chenango, Dickinson and Barker and to four County facilities through fire protection contracts. The Company is governed by its … Chenango Fire Company Controls Over Financial Activities 2014M290 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2014/12/24/chenango-fire-company-controls-over-financial-activities-2014mTown of Hartwick – Water District Operations (2017M-250)
… is governed by an elected five-member Town Board. Water district receipts for 2016 totaled $126,100. Key Findings District officials could bill users more equitably if they … the water meters. Water rents were not billed to some District users. Key Recommendations Continue working with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2018/05/04/town-hartwick-water-district-operations-2017m-250Jefferson Community College – Procurement (2017M-156)
… September 1, 2015 through November 28, 2016. Background Jefferson Community College, which is part of the State University of New York system, is sponsored by Jefferson County and is located in the City of Watertown. The … Jefferson Community College Procurement 2017M156 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/community-college/2017/10/27/jefferson-community-college-procurement-2017m-156XI-A.3 Purchase Orders – XI-A. Purchasing
… maintenance of purchase orders. Overview A purchase order (PO) is an ordering document authorizing a vendor to provide … the SFS enables the State to (i) establish proper internal controls over the purchasing function, (ii) enhance … for a purchase using a PCard, the agency must check the box on the PO to indicate the use of the PCard, and then …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xia/xi-a3-purchase-ordersOpinion 97-19
… of insurance agency) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §§800(3), 801, 803; TOWN LAW, §177: A fire district treasurer who is an … must be disclosed pursuant to General Municipal Law, §803, but is not prohibited. You ask whether a fire district … the provisions of Article 18, General Municipal Law, §803 generally requires that the nature and extent of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-19State Agencies Bulletin No. 1471
… 2015-2016. Effective Date(s) Repayment of the NYSCOPBA for Bargaining Unit 01 DRP reductions will begin in the … Criteria Employees whose sum of gross earnings YTD for calendar year 2011 and greater for the following earnings codes is less than zero (0) in any …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1471-repayment-new-york-state-correctional-officers-police-benevolentState Agencies Bulletin No. 1474
… Criteria Employees whose sum of gross earnings YTD for calendar year 2011 and greater for the following earnings codes is less than zero (0) in any record number is eligible for the repayment. Earnings Code Description D4C 12-13 CSEA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1474-repayment-civil-service-employees-association-csea-administrationState Agencies Bulletin No. 1619
… a comprehensive Paid Family Leave policy. The law provides for a deduction from employee wages to fund the program. Paid … Confidential designated bargaining units will be eligible for Paid Family Leave. State employees who are represented by … premium rate and the maximum weekly employee contribution for coverage is 0.126% (0.00126) of an employee’s weekly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1619-new-york-state-paid-family-leave-program-ny-paid-family-leavePublic Officers – Membership and Enrollment
… as public officers. You must give them the opportunity to join NYSLRS. A public officer is a person either elected or appointed to a governmental position with the following general … position is authorized by statute, resolution or charter to exercise part of the sovereign power of the governmental …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/public-officersGreenville Fire District – Capital Reserve (2014M-64)
… to examine the District’s funding of its capital reserve for the period of January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2013. … distinct and separate from the Town. Budgeted expenditures for 2013 were $569,444. Key Findings The District accumulated … with amounts exceeding the amounts budgeted annually for the reserve. The Board had intended to use the reserve to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/05/16/greenville-fire-district-capital-reserve-2014m-64DiNapoli: Oil Spill Fund Reaches New Agreements With St. Lawrence County
… and Spill Compensation Fund (Oil Spill Fund) and St. Lawrence County that will lead to the clean-up and … said DiNapoli. "Thanks to our ongoing partnership with St. Lawrence County, we are able to lend support to the … properties to beneficial use. "This collaboration between St. Lawrence County and the New York State Environmental and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-oil-spill-fund-reaches-new-agreements-st-lawrence-countySaratoga County – County Bridge Maintenance (S9-13-7)
… year. Key Findings The County has a written plan for bridge maintenance and repairs. During our audit period, the County maintained average bridge ratings and a consistent level of funding for bridge maintenance, repairs, and replacements. The County … Saratoga County County Bridge Maintenance S9137 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/07/19/saratoga-county-county-bridge-maintenance-s9-13-7Town of Long Lake – Capital Projects and Reserve Funds (2012M-235)
… July 31, 2012. Background The Town of Long Lake is located in Hamilton County and has a population of about 700. The … when the reserves are established. Monitor the balances in specific reserves, amend the maximum amounts if necessary, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/02/08/town-long-lake-capital-projects-and-reserve-funds-2012m-235Shelter Rock Public Library District – Bank Reconciliations (2015M-249)
… were accurately performed and reviewed in a timely manner for the period January 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. … five-member Board of Trustees. Budgeted appropriations for 2015 total approximately $4.15 million. Key Finding …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2015/12/18/shelter-rock-public-library-district-bank-reconciliations-2015m-249Clifton Park-Halfmoon Fire District No. 1 – Length of Service Award Program (2015M-64)
… January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2014. Background The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Fire District No. 1 is a district … of the State, separate and distinct from the Towns of Clifton Park and Halfmoon, Saratoga County, in which it is … Clifton ParkHalfmoon Fire District No 1 Length of Service …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2015/06/26/clifton-park-halfmoon-fire-district-no-1-length-service-award-program-2015mPayroll Improvement Project Bulletin No. PIP-015
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to inform agencies of changes to the direct … conversion to v 9.2. For employees with multiple jobs, all payroll deposits will be made according to the single Direct … in order for records to be converted correctly. Refer to Payroll Bulletin PIP-007, Direct Deposit Record Changes …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/payroll-improvement-project/pip-015-direct-deposit-updated-business-process-and-ac-2772Opinion 88-41
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION -- Towns (authority to conduct fire prevention programs) TOWN BOARD -- Powers and Duties (authority to contract for the presentation of fire prevention programs) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-41Selected Safety and Security Equipment at Subway Stations
… EMD responds to the SolarWinds alerts by creating a ticket in the Remedy Management System – the system that tracks repairs. A ticket is created for every alert condition lasting longer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/04/12/selected-safety-and-security-equipment-subway-stations