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Rolling Stock Programs Department – Selected Aspects of the M9 Rail Car Project Management (2020-S-50)
To determine whether the Long Island Rail Road’s Rolling Stock Programs Department has managed the M9 contract so that the contractor delivers the cars on time, within the required scope and quality, and within budget.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-20s50.pdfControls Over Federally Funded Programs and Maximization of Federal Funding (2020-S-48)
To determine whether the Division of Housing and Community Renewal is obtaining federal reimbursements on time and in a manner that recovers all costs and adequately ensures the Weatherization Assistance Program meets federal reimbursement documentation requirements.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20s48-response.pdfBuilding Blocks Developmental Preschool, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual (2017-S-1) 90-Day Response
To determine whether the costs reported by Building Blocks Developmental Preschool, Inc. on its Consolidated Fiscal Reports were properly calculated, adequately documented, and allowable under the State Education Department’s guidelines, including the Reimbursable Cost Manual.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2017-17s1-response.pdfBuilding Blocks Developmental Preschool, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual (2017-S-1)
To determine whether the costs reported by Building Blocks Developmental Preschool, Inc. on its Consolidated Fiscal Reports were properly calculated, adequately documented, and allowable under the State Education Department’s guidelines, including the Reimbursable Cost Manual.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2017-17s1.pdfOversight of Pupil Transportation Services (2019-S-49) 180-Day Response
compliance with safety training requirements for school bus personnel and instructors to help ensure safe transportation for all pupils; and whether the Department is monitoring school districts’ compliance with school bus monitor and attendant qualifications.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-19s49-response.pdfDivision of Housing and Community Renewal: Physical and Financial Conditions at Selected Mitchell-Lama Developments Located Outside New York City – Sunnyside Manor: Unauthorized Bank Account (2024-S-12) 180-Day Response
To determine whether residents of Mitchell-Lama developments supervised by the Division of Housing and Community Renewal are provided safe and clean living conditions, and whether funds are properly accounted for and used for intended purposes.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-24s12-response.pdfDetermination of Residency for Tuition Purposes (Follow-Up) (2023-F-45)
The objective of our follow-up was to assess the extent of implementation, as of October 2024, of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Determination of Residency for Tuition Purposes (Report 2019-S-58).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-23f45.pdfDetermination of Residency for Tuition Purposes (Follow-Up) (2023-F-45) 30-Day Response
The objective of our follow-up was to assess the extent of implementation, as of October 2024, of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Determination of Residency for Tuition Purposes (Report 2019-S-58).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-23f45-response.pdfDiNapoli: Special Education Pre-K Provider Claimed Nearly $1 Million in Ineligible Expenses
Gingerbread Learning Center Inc claimed nearly $1 million in expenses that did not qualify for reimbursement from taxpayers including bonuses that were never paid to staff liquor store purchases and holiday parties according to an audit released by Comptroller DiNapoli
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/dinapoli-special-education-pre-k-provider-claimed-nearly-1-million-ineligible-expensesOversight of the Pesticide Reporting Law
… Purpose To determine the accuracy and completeness of the Department … the period January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2015, and to determine the status of the Department’s efforts to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/11/29/oversight-pesticide-reporting-lawDiNapoli: Former Pulteney Fire District Treasurer Sentenced in $6,800 Theft of Fire District Funds
… that she paid herself an illegal second salary. “This public servant was able to write herself extra paychecks … taking office in 2007, DiNapoli has committed to fighting public corruption and encourages the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-former-pulteney-fire-district-treasurer-sentenced-6800-theft-fire-district-fundsDiNapoli: More Security Needed for Hazardous Materials at SUNY University Centers
… Stony Brook, did not properly monitor or restrict access to hazardous materials, according to an audit of seven SUNY schools released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Rules to safeguard dangerous substances were not always followed at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/dinapoli-more-security-needed-hazardous-materials-suny-university-centersDiNapoli Releases August State Cash Report
… $133 million above updated projections, primarily due to double digit growth in business tax collections, according to the state cash report issued today by State Comptroller … $110.6 million higher than initial projections. The year-to-year increase was primarily due to federal receipts (up …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-releases-august-state-cash-reportDiNapoli: With 2 Million People Fishing and Hunting in the State, New York Ranks Third Nationwide
… Fishing and hunting bring a stream of cash to New York’s economy, generating the second-highest … local businesses and jobs across the state, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … County ranked first in fishing licenses. In addition to benefiting the economy, fishing and hunting supports state …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/dinapoli-2-million-people-fishing-and-hunting-state-new-york-ranks-third-nationwideOpinion 93-11
… that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. BONDS AND NOTES -- Debt Limit (computation of with respect to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-11Opinion 92-43
… AND HIGHWAYS -- Highway Supplies and Equipment (necessity to obtain prior town board approval for purchases of); … SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS -- Powers and Duties (necessity to obtain prior town board approval for purchases); … and procedures) TOWN BOARD -- Powers and Duties (authority to require prior board approval in procurement policies and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-43Opinion 92-38
… of fire department fire chief and the department fails to submit a new nomination, the village board may not appoint … event of such an impasse, the incumbent chief continues to serve as chief or, if he or she resigns before a new chief … chief until the new appointment. You state that, pursuant to Village Law, §10-1012, the village fire department …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-38Pekin Fire Co. President Dipped Into Bell Jar
… Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at [email protected] , or by mailing a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/pekin-fire-co-president-dipped-bell-jarDiNapoli: Former Town of Minerva Clerk Pleads Guilty
… audit found she stole thousands of dollars from the town, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced today. "Ms. … District Attorney Kristy Sprague and the New York State Police for their work and partnership in combatting public … 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/2017/08/dinapoli-former-town-minerva-clerk-pleads-guiltyMohawk Valley Faces Challenges But Bright Spots Exist
… 23 percent, of total employment. This includes teachers, public administrators, firefighters and police, as well as … – a 450 acre site between Rome and Utica supported by public and private investments – is being developed into a … County has the highest ($52,708). The region's high school graduation rate of 88 percent is slightly better than …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/mohawk-valley-faces-challenges-bright-spots-exist