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DiNapoli Audit Finds Gaps in NYC School Safety Planning
… “The state Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act aims to keep school children and teachers as safe as … reporting violent incidents. The SAVE Act also requires public school districts, charter schools and BOCES programs … requirements outlined in the law and regulations apply to public schools and districts, but not to private schools. In …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-gaps-nyc-school-safety-planningImproper Medicaid Payments for Recipients Diagnosed With Severe Malnutrition (Follow-Up)
… in our initial audit report, Improper Medicaid Payments for Recipients Diagnosed With Severe Malnutrition (Report … contained in our audit report Improper Medicaid Payments for Recipients Diagnosed With Severe Malnutrition Report …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/02/improper-medicaid-payments-recipients-diagnosed-severe-malnutrition-followOversight of the Community Based Residential Program for Released Individuals
… Objective To determine whether the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) provides adequate oversight of … To determine whether the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision DOCCS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2026/06/04/oversight-community-based-residential-program-released-individualsDiNapoli: Audit Finds up to $12.1 Million in Inappropriate Medicaid Payments
… New York State's Medicaid system made as much as $12.1 million in inappropriate payments during 2015, … 2010, the state developed New York State of Health (NYSOH) as a new online marketplace for individuals to obtain health … New York States Medicaid system made as much as $121 million in inappropriate payments during 2015 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-audit-finds-121-million-inappropriate-medicaid-paymentsDiNapoli: Former Village of Sherman Treasurer Arrested for Alleged Theft of $20,000
… “Ms. Gilbert allegedly betrayed her neighbors by pocketing tax payments to pay her personal expenses,” DiNapoli said. “I … embezzled village funds to pay for her personal utility bills and purchases from QVC, Dollar General, Walmart, Amazon … by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.ny.gov or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/08/dinapoli-former-village-sherman-treasurer-arrested-alleged-theft-20000DiNapoli: Former Wallkill Fire District Chair Sentence in $240,000 Theft
… the money through his wife's account and submitted fake bills to the district. "I thank the Comptroller and his staff … degree, a class D felony, and three counts of criminal tax fraud in the fifth degree, a misdemeanor. The … final audit, which can be viewed here: http://osc.state.ny.us/localgov/audits/firedists/2016/wallkill.pdf . Since …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/dinapoli-former-wallkill-fire-district-chair-sentence-240000-theftComptroller’s Fiscal Update: Year-End Results for State Fiscal Year 2013-14, May 2014
Although U.S. and New York State economic growth softened in State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2013-14, tax collections showed signs of real improvement.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/budget/pdf/budget-year-end-results-2013-14.pdfDiNapoli: Troy's Proposed Bond Financing for Its Lead Pipe Replacement Program Is Lawful and Constitutional
… the State Constitution’s prohibition on using public funds for private purposes. “Exposure to lead from water service pipes is a public health crisis that poses serious risks to New … State Senator Jake Ashby . “No parent should have to fear what comes out of their tap, and I’m proud that our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-troys-proposed-bond-financing-its-lead-pipe-replacement-program-lawful-and-constitutionalImproper Payments for Brand Name Drugs (Follow-Up) (2024-F-9) 30-Day Response
To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations contained in our initial audit report, Improper Payments for Brand Name Drugs (Report 2020-S-62).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-24f9-response.pdfImproper Medicaid Payments for Terminated Drugs (Follow-Up) (2022-F-7) 30-Day Response
To assess the extent of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial audit report, Improper Medicaid Payments for Terminated Drugs (Report 2019-S-45).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-22f7-response.pdfImproper Medicaid Payments for Childhood Vaccines (Follow-Up) (2020-F-3) 30-Day Response
To determine the extent of implementation of the six recommendations included in our initial audit report, Improper Medicaid Payments for Childhood Vaccines (Report 2017-S-41).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20f3-response.pdfCompliance With Special Education Regulations for the Provision of Services (2018-N-5)
To determine if the New York City Department of Education arranged for eligible students to be placed in special education services and programs within the...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2020-18n5.pdfFiscal Stress Monitoring System Briefing for School District Officials
Presenters will provide an overview of how the system evaluates fiscal stress, what a change in score or designation does or does not signify, and common issues that appear to be affecting school districts.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/fsms-schools-010825.pdfNYSLRS Announces Employer Contribution Rates for Retirement System for 2021-22
… contribution rates for the State Fiscal Year 2021-22 will increase from 14.6 percent to 16.2 percent of payroll for the … and approved by DiNapoli. Rates for ERS and PFRS will increase 11 percent and 16 percent, respectively. The actuary … last five years, were the primary factors that led to an increase in the rates. The actuary cautioned that economic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/09/nyslrs-announces-employer-contribution-rates-retirement-system-2021-22DiNapoli: Money Earmarked for Highway and Bridge Infrastructure Siphoned Off
… have been shortchanged because the state continues to use money in the Dedicated Highway and Bridge Trust Fund (DHBTF) to pay down debt from past projects and cover the operating costs for state agencies, according to a report by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/dinapoli-money-earmarked-highway-and-bridge-infrastructure-siphoned-offDiNapoli Releases Analysis of Federal Funding for New York City
… New York City’s proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 operating budget relies on $7.4 billion in federal … at least $535 million of federal aid in FY 2025 and FY 2026, but notes that nearly all federal operating aid that … to nearly $400 million in FY 2025 and $135 million in FY 2026. However, this only considers budgeted amounts as of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-releases-analysis-federal-funding-new-york-cityDiNapoli: Some Affordable Apartments for Seniors Left Vacant for Years
… The shortage of affordable housing is especially hard on elderly New Yorkers, but many units are sitting … The shortage of affordable housing is especially hard on elderly New Yorkers but many units are sitting vacant …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/dinapoli-some-affordable-apartments-seniors-left-vacant-yearsProtecting Sensitive Data and Other Local Government Assets: A Non-Technical Cybersecurity Guide for Local Leaders
The Office of the New York State Comptroller provides many resources to assist you in addressing cybersecurity risks.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/cyber-security-guide.pdfNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era
… percent in New York, compared to a drop of 2.7 percent nationwide. Nationwide, “high propensity” applications represent about 34 … had responded to the 2020 Census as of July 19. The nationwide response rate was 62 percent, and New York is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/covid-19-july-22-2020New York State Health Insurance Program – Payments by Beacon Health Options for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for Ineligible Members (Follow-Up)
… Program (NYSHIP), administered by the Department of Civil Service (Civil Service), provides health insurance coverage to over … insurance plan for NYSHIP, covering 1.1 million members. Civil Service contracts with Carelon Behavioral Health …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/01/03/new-york-state-health-insurance-program-payments-beacon-health-options-mental-health-and