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Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… school officials did not obtain current proof of residency for all students. Officials also did not provide the board … Auditors also found officials did not develop procedures for managing, limiting and monitoring user accounts and … also did not provide IT security awareness training for district employees. In addition, sensitive IT control …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-auditsState Agencies Bulletin No. 2017
… of the new State fiscal year on April 1st, OSC would like to provide notice of the possible impact to paycheck distribution and release of direct deposit funds … pay cycle may be affected. *This does not apply to employees of the State University of New York (28***, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2017-paycheck-distribution-april-7-2022-institution-cycle-paychecksOpinion 90-56
… school district, by resolution, may provide prospectively for full or partially paid leaves of absence to school … period after they have received their full compensation for the maximum period under Military Law, §242(5), until … period after they have received their full compensation for the maximum period required by Military Law, §242(5) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-56Opinion 95-7
… by a separate board of commissioners is a district for purposes of article 5-G of the General Municipal Law. The … corporations and districts to enter into agreements for the performance among themselves or one for the other of their respective functions, powers or duties …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-7State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… (i.e., regional food banks, food pantries, soup kitchens) for distribution to people experiencing food insecurity. A … designed housing units, and motels. OTDA is responsible for supervising, inspecting and enforcing shelter compliance … actions and enforcement of existing consequences for violations. OTDA made some progress in addressing the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… of Health – Medicaid Program – Excessive Payments for Durable Medical Equipment Rentals (2021-S-36) Medicaid … necessary durable medical equipment (DME) – wheelchairs, for example – as a benefit of the program. Some DME items are … certain other DME, such as oxygen equipment, is available for continuous (i.e., uncapped) rental only. Auditors …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli Report Assesses MTA's Capital Needs and Funding Scenarios
… will determine the future of the transportation system for years to come,” DiNapoli said. “Understanding the options and what’s at stake is key for all stakeholders and riders in particular. It’s my hope … the priorities and the challenges the MTA faces in paying for the upcoming capital program.” New York’s Public …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-report-assesses-mtas-capital-needs-and-funding-scenariosDiNapoli: Extreme Weather and Disaster Response Costs Rise in NY
… new report from State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli found the frequency of severe weather in the state is growing, taking a toll on New York’s residents, … A new report from State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli found the frequency of severe weather in the state is growing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-extreme-weather-and-disaster-response-costs-rise-nyDiNapoli: Former Le Roy Fire Dept Treasurer Pleads Guilty in $46,000 Theft of Public Funds
… on February 13 and is expected to pay restitution for the thefts, which took place from 2007 to 2013. "For years, Snow abused his position to divert public funds for his own use and forged records to cover his crimes," …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-former-le-roy-fire-dept-treasurer-pleads-guilty-46000-theft-public-fundsDiNapoli: Town Clerk Pleads Guilty in Brazen Public Theft
… degree, a class D felony, offering a false instrument for filing in the first degree and official misconduct. She was ordered to pay restitution of $33,189 for the money she stole from town fees and tax payments. If … auditors and investigators discovered a $14,000 shortage for 2013 and notified the town, while continuing to work with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-brazen-public-theftDiNapoli: Public Drinking Water Needs More Protection
… water is a precious resource that we should never take for granted," DiNapoli said. "Water contamination in Hoosick … have to take the lead in strengthening safeguards for public water supplies and improve our response to … In numerous instances, the EPA has failed to set standards for contaminants with harmful health effects. In New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/06/dinapoli-public-drinking-water-needs-more-protectionMessage from the Comptroller – 2022 Financial Condition Report
… the ongoing risks and challenges, and opportunities for changes to improve the long-term outlook for State finances. Federal aid provided 39 percent of the … in SFY 2021-22. Federal funding supports health coverage for nearly 9 million New Yorkers, and plays essential roles …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2022-fcr/message-comptrollerXIII.10.C Refunds Owed to the State by an Employee – Using an Employee Check – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… the state by an employee when the employee submits a check for repayment to the state. Process and Transaction … Balance An employee should submit a check to the agency for repayment when an expense report was created that … owed to the State by an employee (i.e., Due to State) and for which the employee is unable to use the Due to State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii10c-refunds-owed-state-employeeXII.6.F Paying Deceased Legislator Benefits – XII. Expenditures
… Enter this single payment vendor ID into the voucher. For instructions on how to request a single payment vendor … Vendor ID . WITHHOLDING STATUS Enter “07”, the code for the withholding status for beneficiaries. OSC NOTIFICATION Once the Business Unit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii6f-paying-deceased-legislator-benefitsFinancial Condition and Selected Expenses (Follow-Up)
… Lottery Terminal (VLT) revenues is to be directed to NYRA for capital expenses, operational support, and enhanced … 2017, and control of NYRA was returned to a private not-for-profit organization. For the period January 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, NYRA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/01/24/financial-condition-and-selected-expenses-followStory Place Preschool, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… June 30, 2014. Background Story Place is an SED-approved, for-profit special education provider located in Castleton, … from birth to five years of age. Story Place is reimbursed for preschool special education services through rates set by … Place reports to SED on its annual CFR. To be eligible for reimbursement, reported costs must comply with RCM …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/12/29/story-place-preschool-inc-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualThe ARC of Ulster-Greene – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… ended December 31, 2014. Background Ulster-Greene, a not-for-profit organization located in Kingston, New York, is an … Green and Delaware counties. Ulster-Greene is reimbursed for preschool special education services through rates set by … reports to SED on its annual CFR. To be eligible for reimbursement, reported costs must comply with the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/09/02/arc-ulster-greene-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualTuition Assistance Program – LaGuardia Community College
… Education’s Rules and Regulations when certifying students for State-funded Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) awards. … of our audit approximated 20,000 and its annual tuition for New York City residents is about $4,500. TAP is an entitlement program designed to provide funds for paying tuition costs to eligible students. Schools …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/04/tuition-assistance-program-laguardia-community-collegeAspire of Western New York – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… age 21, including preschool special education services for children between the ages of three and five years. … reported by providers on their annual CFR. To be eligible for reimbursement, the provider's reported costs must comply with the guidelines specified in the RCM. For the year ended December 31, 2012, Aspire reported …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/29/aspire-western-new-york-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualSelected Aspects of Discretionary Spending
… provide low-cost capital and expert technical assistance for environmental projects in New York State. Its two major … costs that are appropriate and dollar thresholds for each. In addition, the policies should include the … supporting documentation and formal approvals necessary for such costs. Key Findings We sampled 152 payments totaling …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/09/29/selected-aspects-discretionary-spending