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National Directory of New Hires Data Security
… has met federal requirements for securing National Directory of New Hires data. The audit covers the period June … of managing these programs, the Office obtains National Directory of New Hires (Directory) data provided by the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/05/20/national-directory-new-hires-data-securityOversight of Passenger Safety
… OPWDD has not provided the DDSOs with guidance on how to address the payment and recoupment of fines, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/10/01/oversight-passenger-safetyPreferred Source Contracting (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the extent of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial audit … Preferred Source Program, established under Section 162 of the New York State Finance Law (Law), grants “preferred …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/11/09/preferred-source-contracting-followOpinion 2002-3
… district. Town Law §198 sets forth a town board's powers with respect to improvement districts. Subdivision 10 of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-3Mental Health Education, Supports, and Services in Schools (Follow-Up)
… instruction in the kindergarten–grade 12 health education curriculum. With the passage of the legislation, which … to have mental health instruction as part of the curriculum, and that DOE could make improvements in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/05/08/mental-health-education-supports-and-services-schools-followMontauk Fire District – Payroll - Advanced Life Support Employees (2024M-153)
… [read complete report - pdf] Audit Objective Did the Montauk Fire District (District) Board of Fire … 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024 Understanding the Program Payroll is one of the largest components of a fire district’s budget. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2025/04/25/montauk-fire-district-payroll-advanced-life-support-employees-2024m-153Improper Payments for Services Related to Ordering, Prescribing, Referring, or Attending Providers No Longer Participating in the Medicaid Program (Follow-Up)
… Objective To assess the extent of implementation of the six recommendations included in our initial audit report, Improper Payments for Services Related to Ordering, … and provider enrollment process, the Department gains a level of assurance over the OPRA provider’s validity to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/01/03/improper-payments-services-related-ordering-prescribing-referring-or-attending-providers-noDiNapoli: No Good Options for MTA to Manage Hole in Capital Funding
… in the coming weeks and months will affect riders for years to come,” DiNapoli said. “The MTA will be forced to … revenue, inclusive of $2 billion in federal matching funds for SAS Phase 2. The MTA must work with its federal partners … is likely to be smaller than its predecessor, adjusted for inflation and excluding the self-funding Bridges and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-no-good-options-mta-manage-hole-capital-fundingMonitoring and Administration of Public Protection Grant Programs
… Objective To determine whether the Division of Criminal Justice Services (Division) is … grant programs to ensure expenses are allowable under the related contracts. The audit covered Gun Involved … provided by the Division through December 19, 2019. About the Program The Division’s mission is to enhance public …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/04/24/monitoring-and-administration-public-protection-grant-programsDiNapoli: Employment Among Mothers in NYC Improves, But Unemployment Remains Higher Than Pre-Pandemic Levels
… rates of mothers in New York City before, during and after the pandemic with the rest of the state and the nation. … in unemployment during the pandemic, at 15.5% in 2020. After improving in 2021, their rate remained virtually …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-employment-among-mothers-nyc-improves-unemployment-remains-higher-pre-pandemic-levelsOverlap, Duplication, Gaps, and/or Fragmentation in Workforce Development Programs and Services
… Department of Labor’s (Department) mission is to protect workers, assist the unemployed, and connect job seekers to … system (System). The Department is the lead State agency in the System. Workforce development is particularly critical … recruit top talent. More investments are needed to help workers and businesses alike. ( …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/05/19/overlap-duplication-gaps-andor-fragmentation-workforce-development-programs-and-servicesOversight of New York State Forest Tax Programs (Follow-Up)
… 19 million acres of forest, which provide many public benefits, including clean air and water, carbon storage, forest products (e.g., timber), jobs, scenic beauty, and outdoor recreation opportunities. Of the 19 million …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/12/05/oversight-new-york-state-forest-tax-programs-followOpinion 90-44
… -- Compensation (salary exclusive of fringe benefits for purposes of village budget hearing) WORDS AND PHRASES -- Compensation (for purposes of Village Law, §5-508[3]) VILLAGE LAW, §5-508: … to include a statement of the proposed "compensation" for each member of the board of trustees. You ask whether the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-44Opinion 91-1
… officer of one of the participants to be responsible for payment to the successful bidder upon audit of the auditing … one appropriate officer or body to award the contract; the payment of contractors by the chief fiscal officer of one of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-1SUNY Bulletin No. SU-133
… Unit 42 Background The 2006 agreement between the State of New York and the Non-Professional Service employees at the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-university-new-york/su-133-ratification-bonus-and-salary-increases-employees-nonComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… Over Financial Activities (Essex County) The treasurer does not maintain running cash balances in the check book …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsStay Informed – Career Plan
… Your retirement benefits are an important part of a solid … you understand your benefits and stay informed. Register for Retirement Online , a convenient and secure way to … information, view and update beneficiaries, and apply for a loan. Review your Member Annual Statement carefully and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/stay-informedNorwood-Norfolk Central School District – Financial Management (2022M-129)
… tax levy or to fund needed reserves. Maintained $3 million in the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) … to $2.1 million. Did not use $0.9 million restricted in a debt reserve to pay related debt as required. Key … is reduced to a reasonable level. Use funds restricted in the debt reserve to make related debt payments as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2022/11/10/norwood-norfolk-central-school-district-financial-management-2022m-129Performance of Duty Disability – Career Plan
… in service or within two years of your discontinuance from service. When filing for this benefit, “in service” is … benefits may be submitted simultaneously. … Career Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 Article 11 5 and 6 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/performance-duty-disabilityBus Driver Licensing (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the four recommendations included in our initial report, Bus Driver Licensing (2012-S-30). … an estimated 8,400 passengers on a total of 38 days. In addition, the Safety and Training Division did not always … drivers. Key Finding MTA officials have made progress in correcting the problems we identified. However, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/01/21/bus-driver-licensing-follow