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DiNapoli: State Needs to Improve Services for Vulnerable Adults
… released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Every month thousands of vulnerable adults are referred to … 1,800 in the rest of the state. Referrals, which can come from anyone whether a family member, a neighbor or a bank … and are responsible for assessing each case to determine what help is needed, such as a new living arrangement, money …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/dinapoli-state-needs-improve-services-vulnerable-adultsDiNapoli: Rochester Woman Arrested for Stealing $121K in Pension Checks Sent to Her Late Grandmother
… that were sent to her deceased grandmother, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Monroe County District … Attorney Sandra Doorley, and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office announced. “Today’s arrest should serve as a warning … County Sheriff Todd K. Baxter . “I am grateful to the NYS Comptroller’s Office for their vigilance in uncovering …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-rochester-woman-arrested-stealing-121k-pension-checks-sent-her-late-grandmotherWhat to Report – Legacy Reporting
… but do not take contributions from salary earned in excess of the Governor’s annual salary. Find the current …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/legacy-reporting/what-reportDiNapoli: Port Authority Falling Short of Compliance With Americans With Disabilities Act
… Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … Act says that people with disabilities should be able to participate in the same day-to-day activities as everyone … and stairs. In 2007, the Department of Justice issued a best practices tool kit for state and local governments’ …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-port-authority-falling-short-compliance-americans-disabilities-actDiNapoli Releases Industry Sector Dashboards to Track NYC Economic Recovery
… to track data for key industry sectors in New York City on a regular basis, providing policy makers and the public with … is progressing. “New York City is a national leader in finance, the arts, tourism and hospitality,” DiNapoli said. … hard, causing massive job losses at major employers such as restaurants, hotels and retail stores. There is no doubt …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/03/dinapoli-releases-industry-sector-dashboards-track-nyc-economic-recoveryDiNapoli Urges New Yorkers to Fill Out 2020 Census Forms
… New York lags behind most other states in responding to the 2020 Census, ranking 38th in the country, New York … percent of New York households have responded compared to the national average of 62 percent. He urged New Yorkers … paid more tax dollars than it received back in spending when measured on a per person basis, with a per capita …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/07/dinapoli-urges-new-yorkers-fill-out-2020-census-formsNew Suffolk Common School District - Board Oversight and Local Finance Law (2018M-177)
Determine whether the Board provided adequate oversight of financial operations and whether they and officials complied with Law when using a line of credit.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/pdf/new-suffolk.pdfWynantskill Union Free School District – Purchasing (2022M-85)
Determine whether the Wynantskill Union Free School District (District) sought competition when purchasing goods and services that fell below the statutory bidding thresholds.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/wynantskill-2022-85.pdfDiNapoli: More Needs to Be Done to Provide Mental Health Training to School Staff
… found they did not provide mental health training to all staff for the 2020-21 school year by Sept. 15, as … State Education Department (SED) regulations, according to a new report issued by State Comptroller Thomas P. … some or all the recommended components, including how to access crisis support and recognizing warning signs such …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/dinapoli-more-needs-be-done-provide-mental-health-training-school-staffRisk Assessment and Implementation of Measures to Address Extreme Weather Conditions
… Objectives To determine whether the Metropolitan Transportation … of Buses (Transit Bus)—identified the potential damage to its transportation systems and developed plans to mitigate … was inspected/maintained to ensure it can be deployed when needed. The audit covered the period from April 2009 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/01/02/risk-assessment-and-implementation-measures-address-extreme-weather-conditionsArchived: Legislative Session 2019–2020
… Krueger – Provides financial and budgetary flexibility to local governments as they continue to operate and provide critical services during the COVID-19 … technology for procurement purposes; clarifying the use of best and final offers for invitations for bids and requests …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/archived-legislative-session-2019-2020Archived: Legislative Session 2015 –2016
… Laws of 2015 – A.7915 (Magnarelli) / S.5867 (Marchione) – To increase the accountability and improve the efficiency and … Laws of 2016 – A.7675 (Buchwald) / S.5795 (Marcellino) – To provide increased transparency in school district fiscal … technology for procurement purposes; clarifying the use of best and final offers for invitations for bids and requests …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legislation/archived-legislative-session-2015-2016DiNapoli: Former Odessa Clerk Allegedly Falsified Timesheets to Scam $11,000 in Extra Pay
… Misconduct (A Misdemeanor) for padding her timesheets to boost her pay. The alleged thefts occurred from 2012 to 2019 and netted Pierce more than $11,000 in pay she was … scheme made it appear she had qualified for vacation time when she actually hadn’t. She then put in for time off and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-former-odessa-clerk-allegedly-falsified-timesheets-scam-11000-extra-payIX.10.B Federal Treasury Offset Program (TOP) Background – IX. Federal Grants
… All New York State agencies are required to provide the state's Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) (also known as the Taxpayer Identification …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix10b-federal-treasury-offset-program-top-backgroundNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Announces Coal Investments Under Review
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) is reviewing 27 thermal coal mining …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-announces-coal-investments-under-reviewCost-Saving Ideas: School District Auditing - Roles, Responsibilities and Resources
… to auditing positions. Drafting a request for proposal (RFP) To fulfill the position of external auditor , you must use a request for proposal (RFP), which is a detailed document that contains a description of the services requested and information about the district. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-school-district-auditing-roles-responsibilities-and-resourcesDiNapoli: Former Potter Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to Theft of Public Funds
… pay back $46,646 in restitution. Her thefts were brought to light during a joint investigation by State Comptroller … in Yates County Court that she stole cash payments made to the town for property taxes and fees for marriage … took place between January 1, 2018, and May 21, 2019, when Brown resigned. She pleaded guilty to Grand Larceny in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-former-potter-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-theft-public-fundsDiNapoli: 14 School Districts Designated in Fiscal Stress
… operational and staffing decisions in determining how to best provide services to their students in the future.” DiNapoli’s Fiscal Stress …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/dinapoli-14-school-districts-designated-fiscal-stressState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… clerk did not deposit, report and remit all collections to the appropriate parties in a timely and accurate manner. … policies. As a result, the treasurer lacked guidance to adequately perform financial duties and did not maintain … Officials could not demonstrate the district obtained the best available prices on purchases auditors reviewed. In …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsDiNapoli: MTA Faces Growing Risks to Its Capital Funding
… the regional transit system faces significant delays due to funding issues, which may also pressure its next capital plan, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … back to public transportation and increasing fare revenue. When capital projects are delayed, repairs and upgrades are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-mta-faces-growing-risks-its-capital-funding