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Review of the Financial Plan of the City of New York, May 2022
The release of New York City’s $99.7 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Budget - $104.9 billion when adjusted for surplus transfers - and Financial Plan (the “April Plan”) signifies a remarkable fiscal turnaround since the adoption of the FY 2022 budget in June 2021.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-4-2023.pdfReview of the Financial Plan of the City of New York, August 2022
The City’s adopted budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 reflects the countervailing forces of extraordinary efforts by the federal government to boost the economy over the last two years and an economic slowdown due to unanticipated factors, including supply chain issues.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-6-2023.pdfVirtual Currency Licensing (2022-S-18)
To determine whether the Department of Financial Services (DFS) provides adequate oversight of the applications for, and the supervision and examination of, virtual currency licensees to ensure compliance with New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) Title 23, Part 200.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s18.pdfHomeownership Rates in New York
In New York, that dream appears unattainable for a large share of the population: New York has the lowest homeownership rate among the states, with only 53.6 percent owning a home in the second quarter of 2022, compared to 65.8 percent nationally.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/homeownership-rates-in-ny.pdfProperty Tax Cap Reporting - School Districts
This session will provide an overview of the Property Tax Cap Program for School Districts. Presenters will discuss the Property Tax Cap Legislation, highlight some common reporting errors, and review reporting requirements. We will also demonstrate the online reporting system.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/tax-cap-school-districts-2-9-23.pdfReal Property Portfolio (2022-S-14)
To determine whether Empire State Development (ESD) fully and accurately accounted for and reported its real property holdings and the need to either hold or dispose of properties, and if ESD disposed of real property in a manner beneficial to the State.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s14.pdfClimate Act Goals – Planning, Procurements, and Progress Tracking (2022-S-4) 180-Day Response
To determine if the Public Service Commission (PSC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) adequately planned to achieve the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) goals, followed proper procurement practices for projects designed to...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s4-responseNYSERDA.pdfClimate Act Goals – Planning, Procurements, and Progress Tracking (2022-S-4) 180-Day Response
To determine if the Public Service Commission (PSC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) adequately planned to achieve the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act) goals, followed proper procurement practices for projects designed to...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s4-responsePSC.pdfReport on the State Fiscal Year 2025-26 Executive Budget
The Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 has been released at a time of great uncertainty. Federal funding is the State’s largest source of revenue, and is estimated by the Division of Budget to total $93.1 billion in State Fiscal Year 2025-26.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/budget/pdf/executive-budget-report-2025-26.pdfManaging Cash Flow
This webinar will help local officials understand various procedures to control and account for cash. We will include key information on cash control and reporting, collection and disbursement procedures and cash flow forecasting and how these activities affect cash flow models.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/managing-cash-flow-022625.pdfOpinion 90-42
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was … -- Exemption from (housing authority) -- Liability for (city tax districts) PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY -- Fees (exemption from filing and recording fees) REAL PROPERTY TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS -- Enforcement (fees for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-42Receiving Your Benefit and Filing Your Option Election – Non-Contributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits for ERS Tier 1 Members
NonContributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits for ERS Tier 1 members under Sections 75d and 75e Receiving Your Benefit and Filing Your Option Election
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1502/receiving-your-benefit-and-filing-your-option-electionReceiving Your Benefit and Filing Your Option Election – New Career Plan for ERS Tier 1 Members
… … New Career Plan information for ERS Tier 1 members covered by Sections 75h and 75i …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1504/receiving-your-benefit-and-filing-your-option-electionDiNapoli: Former Pulaski Assistant Village Clerk Charged in Theft of Fees
… Village Clerk Courtney Dillabough was arrested last week for allegedly pocketing $5,300 in village fees, including the … Dillabough allegedly stole the public’s payments for water, sewer, tax and library fees until village … District Attorney Oakes and Pulaski Police Chief Martin for holding this public official responsible for her …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-former-pulaski-assistant-village-clerk-charged-theft-feesState Police Bulletin No. SP-168
… notify agencies of a new long term care deduction code 526 for members of PBA of the New York State Troopers, Inc. … Troopers, Inc. has requested a new payroll deduction code for long term care. Effective Date(s) Administration pay … code 526. The vendor will submit all transactions for enrollments, cancellations, and/or changes in a bi-weekly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-police/sp-168-new-long-term-care-deduction-code-526-police-benevolent-association-pbaComptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… were substantially complied with during the audit period for the transactions tested. There is not a high risk that a significant number of students certified for TAP are in fact not eligible for awards. Nonetheless, tests did disclose 30 awards …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsOrdinary Disability (Section 362) – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… ten or more years of service credit, you may be eligible for an ordinary disability retirement benefit. The Benefit If … equal to the greater of: 1/60th (1.66 percent) of your FAS for each year of credited service; or 1/60th (1.66 percent) of your FAS for each year of credited service, plus 1/60th of your FAS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/ordinary-disability-section-362Borrowing Against Your Contributions – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… pay off your loan once you retire. The amount of your pension reduction will be based on your age, the loan balance … changes annually. At Age Outstanding Loan Balance Annual Pension Reduction 45 $5,000 $219 $10,000 $439 55 $5,000 $255 … before applying for a taxable loan from NYSLRS. To Apply Online: Sign in to Retirement Online , our self-service tool …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/borrowing-against-your-contributionsEnding Your Membership – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… membership can end: If you do not have at least five years of credited service and seven years have elapsed since you … officer or employee with an employer that participates in the New York State and Local Retirement System. 1 Updated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/ending-your-membershipTier Status – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… System, you are assigned to a tier depending on your date of membership. You are in: If you joined: Tier 1 Before July …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/tier-status