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DiNapoli: Canal Corp. Must Address Gaps
… as required on a significant number of critical structures along the system’s 524 miles of waterways, … Thomas P. DiNapoli. “There are significant canal structures that have not been inspected in many years – and … said. “Because the canal system depends on aging hydraulic structures and includes many other structures that are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-canal-corp-must-address-gapsCompliance With Freedom of Information Law Requirements
… (DOT) has policies, procedures, and processes in place to fulfill its responsibilities under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), and if DOT is in compliance with its responsibilities under FOIL. The audit … Transportation DOT has policies procedures and processes in place to fulfill its responsibilities under the Freedom of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/29/compliance-freedom-information-law-requirementsDiNapoli: Heroin, Opioid Overdose Death Rates Rose Faster in New York Than in Most States
… Overdose deaths related to heroin and prescription opioid abuse reached record highs in New York state in 2014, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … and some local governments have taken important steps to reduce heroin and opioid abuse, the costs associated with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-heroin-opioid-overdose-death-rates-rose-faster-new-york-most-stateseBay Publicly Commits to Gender and Racial Diversity in Search for Board Members
… gender and racial diversity among the qualities its seeks in its board members. When DiNapoli and Trillium filed their … and had no stated policy that it made diversity a priority in constituting its board. Within months of receiving the … women and individuals from minority groups to include in the pool from which Board nominees are chosen.” In its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/ebay-publicly-commits-gender-and-racial-diversity-search-board-membersState Pension Fund Commits Additional $50 Million to Invest in New York-Based Companies
… state pension fund has committed an additional $50 million for investments in New York State-based companies through its … overseen by Graycliff Partners, a new investment partner for the fund and one of 19 investment firms that manage … Graycliff will help to keep the state pension fund strong for the more than one million retirement system members and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/11/state-pension-fund-commits-additional-50-million-invest-new-york-based-companiesNew York's Prison Population Continues Decline, But Share of Older Adults Keeps Rising
… not be compromised.” Factors Contributing to Population Change At least two trends may explain the net gain in older …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/new-yorks-prison-population-continues-decline-share-older-adults-keeps-risingDiNapoli: Money Earmarked for Highway and Bridge Infrastructure Siphoned Off
… to do. Our state’s financial position has improved, and we are expecting billions of dollars from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. We cannot afford to squander this historic opportunity. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/dinapoli-money-earmarked-highway-and-bridge-infrastructure-siphoned-offDiNapoli: State Ends Third Quarter of State Fiscal Year on Solid Financial Footing
… cap on State and Local Taxes, which clouds our revenue picture during this transition period. As we begin the new …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/dinapoli-state-ends-third-quarter-state-fiscal-year-solid-financial-footingDiNapoli Finds Over $100 Million in Inappropriate Medicaid Payments
… (DOH) for the Medicare buy-in program, maternity care, and drug and therapy claims. Nearly $400,000 in premiums may have been … Health DOH for the Medicare buyin program maternity care and drug and therapy claims …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/dinapoli-finds-over-100-million-inappropriate-medicaid-paymentsOversight of Sidewalk Sheds
… Objective To determine if the New York City (NYC or City) Department of Buildings (DOB) adequately monitors that NYC sidewalk sheds are erected and removed when required, are safely maintained, and have valid … York City Department of Buildings adequately monitors that NYC sidewalk sheds are erected and removed when required are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/07/06/oversight-sidewalk-shedsDiNapoli Moves State Pension Fund Toward Net Zero Target, Restricts Investments in Oil Sands Companies
… Common Retirement Fund (Fund) will restrict investments in oil sands companies that have not demonstrated that they are … DiNapoli. “We have carefully reviewed companies in the oil sands industry and are restricting investments in those … in this industry, pose significant risks for investors.” Oil sands companies produce a heavy type of crude oil from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/04/dinapoli-moves-state-pension-fund-toward-net-zero-target-restricts-investments-oil-sands-companiesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… is inadequate because it primarily relies on the clerk to perform the review procedures. Also, auditors found none … additional oversight over receipts and disbursements to ensure the treasurer recorded all transactions accurately … District officials have not established adequate controls to ensure that financial activities are properly recorded and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsControls Over Revocable Consents
… for revocable consents; whether DOT is ensuring that all structures meet the standards required by the Rules of the … of New York; and whether DOT is monitoring to ensure all structures requiring a revocable consent have one in place. … organization the right to construct and maintain certain structures on, over, or under New York City streets and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/23/controls-over-revocable-consentsOversight of Waste Tire Site Cleanup and Use of Waste Tire Fees
… are being used consistent with the purposes defined in the Environmental Conservation Law. The audit covers the … hazard with the potential for devastating consequences. In 2003, the Waste Tire Management and Recycling Act (Act) … was enacted to ensure the proper management of waste tires in the State. DEC, through its Division of Materials …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/08/29/oversight-waste-tire-site-cleanup-and-use-waste-tire-feesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. … ensured credit card claims were properly supported and for appropriate purposes. Auditors tested all 22 credit card … The town's general fund balance has continued to increase for the past five years, from $898,669 to $1,459,107 (62 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0DiNapoli Calls for Improvements to Capital Planning Process
… said the plan provides a broader, more coordinated picture of planned capital spending across the state. It …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/dinapoli-calls-improvements-capital-planning-processDiNapoli: NYSLRS Announces Employers' Retirement System Contribution Rates for 2023-2024
… economic volatility demands caution,” DiNapoli said. “As we move forward with our prudent investment strategy, we remain focused on long-term stable returns for New York’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/09/dinapoli-nyslrs-announces-employers-retirement-system-contribution-rates-2023-2024Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… office completed audits of the Town of Deerpark , Town of East Hampton , Village of East Hampton , Halfmoon Hillcrest Volunteer Fire Company , … complies with the property tax cap levy limit. Town of East Hampton – Budget Review (Suffolk County) The significant …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0New York's 529 College Savings Program Turns 20
… from both federal and state taxes as long as the funds are used to pay for expenses at eligible post-secondary … New York’s 529 College Savings Program. Ascensus Broker Dealer Services, LLC (ABD),serves as Program Manager and, in … state’s plan, nonqualified withdrawals, or withdrawals used to pay expenses for tuition in connection with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/new-yorks-529-college-savings-program-turns-20DiNapoli: Audit Finds Counties Are Not Checking Prices and Scales at Retailers
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said today. “When consumers shop for groceries or buy gas or even mulch, … local level. Consumers are at risk of overpaying for goods when counties do not ensure retail pricing is accurate, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-audit-finds-counties-are-not-checking-prices-and-scales-retailers