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DiNapoli Examines Faltering LinkNYC Program
… Thomas P. DiNapoli detailed how New York City’s Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications’ (DoITT) failure to hold accountable the developers of the city’s ambitious program to expand access to … CityBridge a one-year deferral of its annual payment. When the year ended, CityBridge did not pay the past amounts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-examines-faltering-linknyc-programAudits of Local Governments
… York State Comptroller’s Division of Local Government and School Accountability conducts performance audits of local governments and school districts. Performance audits provide findings or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/auditsDivision of Diversity Management
… The Division of Diversity Management supports the Comptroller’s commitment … a fair, fully inclusive work environment for all Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) employees helps carry out the … providing services in the workplace, regardless of immigration status. Reports of sexual harassment may be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/about/division-diversity-managementExamination of Travel Expenses
… Purpose This is a continuation of our examination detailed in Report 2015-BSE1-04 , which outlined our findings … to improperly designate the employee’s official station in calendar years 2015, 2016 and 2017. Background As reported … official station will normally be the employee’s main place of business (i.e., the place where the employee works …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/07/26/examination-travel-expensesOversight of Complaint Activity
… Purpose To determine whether the Public Service Commission consistently applies State laws, rules, … utilities. In addition, the Commission oversees the siting of major utility infrastructure, ensures the safety of … on the cable industry and telecommunications service. The Department of Public Service (Department) is the operating …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/02/01/oversight-complaint-activityOversight of International Offices
… Empire State Development (ESD) monitors the effectiveness of its international offices and manages payments to foreign … helps businesses increase exports and expand visibility of their business in the global marketplace; and develops and maintains a network of partners worldwide to attract foreign direct investment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/06/28/oversight-international-officesDisposal of Electronic Devices
… devices approved for sale by New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (Division) are permanently cleaned of all data, including personal, private, and sensitive information. The audit covers the period of June 1, 2012 through March 13, 2013. Background New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/06/25/disposal-electronic-devicesSafety of Infrastructure (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the extent of implementation of the two recommendations included in our original report, … needs but no longer maintains a comprehensive, up-to-date listing of backlogged projects. For fiscal years 2012-13 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/01/06/safety-infrastructure-followOversight of Grants (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To assess the extent of implementation as of March 7, 2014 of the eight … in our initial audit report, Oversight of Grants (2009-S-78). Background Our initial report, issued July 21, 2011, … Department officials are awaiting implementation of a new Statewide Grants Management System, currently scheduled …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/03/21/oversight-grants-followUse of State Appropriations
… Purpose To determine whether the New York Wine and Grape Foundation (Foundation) has spent … promotion, and education. It is governed by a Board of Directors, most of whom are involved in the wine and grape … to an employee’s home and not to the Foundation’s business office. We discussed this issue with Foundation officials, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/06/16/use-state-appropriationsII.4.B Basis of Accounting – II. New York State Financial Accounting
… The State prepares financial statements on three bases of accounting: cash, modified accrual and accrual. Financial … functions are financed). Under GAAP, the accrual basis of accounting shall be used for the government-wide financial … funds, component units and fiduciary funds. The cash basis of accounting is used for budgetary purposes. For additional …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ii/ii4b-basis-accountingOversight of Homeless Shelters
… Objective To determine if the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (Office) adequately … 2019. About the Program According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s 2018 Annual Homeless … , New York State has the second largest population of homeless in the United States, with 91,897 homeless …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/03/10/oversight-homeless-sheltersEfficiency of Warehouse Space
… The audit objective was to determine if the Office of General Services (OGS) has reviewed the warehouse space … and implementing cost-savings measures. As part of these efforts, the Warehouse Consolidation Initiative … to achieve cost savings through the consolidation of warehouse space used by State agencies. At the start of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/03/efficiency-warehouse-spaceMonitoring of Construction Management
… $1.8 million, did not meet the criteria outlined in the Request for Proposals (RFP), yet this was not reflected in the Office’s evaluation and scoring. Three of the five … is obtained. Verify the accuracy of the information in the proposals submitted to the Office. Develop and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/12/30/monitoring-construction-managementDisposal of Electronic Devices
… prior to disposal and, if sending them to OGS, to certify in writing that the devices no longer contain any retrievable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/04/disposal-electronic-devicesManagement of Invasive Species
… Objective To determine if the Department of Environmental Conservation (Department) was effectively … species to prevent and mitigate the harmful effects of invasive species populations in New York State. The audit … through November 22, 2019. About the Program Many species of plants and animals currently found in New York State are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/07/23/management-invasive-speciesOversight of Homeless Shelters
… Purpose To determine whether the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (Office) adequately … leadership, guidance, and support to county Departments of Social Services (Local Districts) in the operation of these programs. Through its Bureau of Shelter Services, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/02/12/oversight-homeless-sheltersAdministration of Tenant Complaints
… To determine whether New York State Homes and Community Renewal’s Office of Rent Administration addresses tenant … 31, 2012. Background New York State Homes and Community Renewal consists of all the State’s housing and community renewal agencies. These agencies include the Division of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/11/administration-tenant-complaintsManagement of Energy Consumption
… Purpose To determine whether Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) officials have been … not effectively managing their energy consumption and, as of March 31, 2010, have not achieved the reduction goals set … can be measured accurately. Other Related Audits/Reports of Interest Office of Mental Health: Compliance With …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/05/09/management-energy-consumption