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State Agencies Bulletin No. 1319
To inform agencies of OSCs automatic processing of the April 2014 PEF Salary Increase and provide instructions for payments not processed automatically
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1319-april-2014-public-employees-federation-pef-salary-increaseOvertime Compensation – Enhanced Reporting
… classified as “overtime,” it must be paid for additional hours worked beyond one's regular schedule and payment must … is only considered overtime if it is paid for additional hours worked beyond one’s regular schedule and at a greater … Overtime pay is pay for additional hours worked beyond regular scheduled hours Certain payments …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/enhanced-reporting/overtime-compensationOpinion 99-9
… and tuition expenses of its city attorney for attending a course at a conference for municipal officials that relates … legal education ("CLE") credit for attending the course, if the cost to the city is the same irrespective of … in addition to fees payable by others who attend the same course. Such additional tuition may be paid as part of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-99-9Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… audit their respective claims before payment. A review of 382 claims (totaling $3.5 million) disclosed that 121 claims …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1DiNapoli: Local Communities Reducing Number of Homeless Veterans
… agencies that serve the homeless. "Homelessness for American Veterans is a national disgrace," said Albany County …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/dinapoli-local-communities-reducing-number-homeless-veteransMedicaid Program – Improper Payments for Controlled Substances That Exceed Allowed Dispensing Limits
… that exceed supply limits allowed by the Act. There is considerable risk that other participating Medicaid MCOs …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/02/06/medicaid-program-improper-payments-controlled-substances-exceed-allowed-dispensing-limitsNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era
… the rate has been below 10 percent since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2.8 percentage point … decline. Unfortunately, a deeper dive into the Bureau of Labor Statistics data reveals troubling context: New York … August (based on preliminary figures), while the number of individuals officially considered unemployed declined by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/covid-19-october-28-2020State Agencies Bulletin No. 778
… for tax withholdings that are entered into PayServ does not comply with IRS Rules and Regulations. Affected … for tax withholdings that are entered into PayServ does not comply with IRS Rules and Regulation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/778-fixed-amounts-tax-withholdingClaims for Deceased Owners and Estates
… that appear online are at least $20 or one share of stock. How to Prove Ownership Provide documentation that the … Documentation for examples of accepted proof of ownership. How to Prove Entitlement ("Who Can Claim") In New York State, … court-appointed representative may complete the claim. See How to File an Estate Proceeding below for more information. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/claimants/claims-deceased-owners-and-estatesAs Racial Homeownership Disparities Persist, State's Mortgage Agency Increases Lending to Minority and Low-Income Borrowers
… of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA) has boosted lending and programs for minority households and economically disadvantaged communities, increasing its share of loans provided to low-income and minority borrowers over the last 10 years. However, wide … The St of NY Mortgage Agency boosted lending and programs for minority households and economically …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/racial-homeownership-disparities-persist-states-mortgage-agency-increases-lending-minority-and-lowOpinion 98-13
… activity (see, gen., 1992 Opns St Comp No. 92-40, p 103; New York Tel. v City of Amsterdam , 200 AD2d 315, 613 NYS2d …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-13State Agencies Bulletin No. 1244
… implemented the 2009-2016 Agreement between the State of New York and the NYS Correctional Officers and Police … implemented the 2009-2016 Agreement between the State of New York and the NYSCOPBA for arbitration ineligible members … implemented the 2005-2015 Agreement between the State of New York and the Police Benevolent Association of New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1244-april-2013-security-performance-advances-and-pre-shift-briefing-updatesDiNapoli: County Jail Inmates Received Improper Welfare and Unemployment Insurance Benefits
… more than $236,000 from various social welfare programs and almost $325,000 in state unemployment insurance (UI). The … the eligibility of jail inmates for welfare payments, and by a combination of potential fraud and delays providing the state Department of Labor (DOL) with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2013/10/dinapoli-county-jail-inmates-received-improper-welfare-and-unemployment-insurance-benefitsDiNapoli:Two Fortune 500 Retailers Agree to Increased Use of Renewable Energy
… 78 Fortune 500 companies sourcing renewable energy from solar, wind, geothermal and other resources that offer the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/dinapolitwo-fortune-500-retailers-agree-increased-use-renewable-energyDiNapoli: New York Needs to Improve Cybersecurity Support to Local Governments and Public Authorities
… DiNapoli today released an audit that found the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) cannot … cybersecurity threats,” DiNapoli said. “There are a lack of forward-thinking strategies, widespread training, and … attacks continue to rise, I encourage the state’s Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services to take quick …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/dinapoli-new-york-needs-improve-cybersecurity-support-local-governments-and-public-authoritiesOpinion 92-38
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … the opinion. FIRE CHIEF -- Powers and Duties (continuation of service until new chief appointed) -- Vacancy (procedure … or the assistant chief would perform the functions of chief …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-38Enforcement of the Mitchell-Lama Surcharge Provisions
… Our audit focused on the income affidavits submitted for the 2012 calendar year, the most recent year for which … DHCR had verified affidavits at the time of our audit in 2017. Background The Mitchell-Lama program was created in … development. Tenants who do not pay surcharges are not paying their required share, and this has an impact on other …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/04/10/enforcement-mitchell-lama-surcharge-provisionsDiNapoli: Greene County Couple Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Over $35,000 in Pension Payments
… Superintendent Stephen G. James announced the arrest of a Tannersville couple, Kelly Tuomey, 56, and her husband, Stephen B. Tuomey, 60, today for allegedly stealing over $35,000 in pension payments. “The … paper pension checks were cashed after his father’s death. When NYSLRS learned of the death in 2022, all payments were …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-greene-county-couple-arrested-allegedly-stealing-over-35000-pension-paymentsNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on Major Support for Racial Equity Audit at Amazon
… DiNapoli released the following statement in response to Amazon’s disclosure of vote results from its annual meeting … diversity, equity and inclusion won support from 44.18% of Amazon shareholders, an immense success for a first-time … majority support. “Shareholders sent a loud message to Amazon that they want the company to do more to address …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-major-support-racial-equity-audit-amazonControlling Access to Student Grading Systems in School Districts (2015-MS-3)
… complete report - pdf] We also released six letter reports to the following School Districts: Arlington Central School … [pdf] . Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether school districts are adequately controlling access to their Student Grading Systems (Systems) for the period …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2015/09/21/controlling-access-student-grading-systems-school-districts-2015-ms-3