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Software Management (2015-MR-3)
… related software on College computers, including gaming, instant messaging, golf management and couponing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/community-college/2015/09/25/software-management-2015-mr-3Information Technology Governance Security Self-Assessment
The Security Self- Assessment is intended to help personnel responsible for the day-to-day management of IT operations exercise effective IT operation oversight. The Self-Assessment addresses key areas of IT internal controls such as policy, training, access and contingency planning.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/IT-Governance-Self-Assessment-Form.pdfDiNapoli: LIRR Ridership Is Recovering but Service Improvement Must Remain a Priority
… The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is making a steady recovery from the pandemic with growing … ridership, increased service routes into the Grand Central Madison terminal and on-time performance in 2023 that was … delays and cancellations, especially from train problems, is troubling, however, because it comes at a time when LIRR …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-lirr-ridership-recovering-service-improvement-must-remain-priorityNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era
… lifeline for households all across New York. But the flow of support to the unemployed is scheduled to slow … year on April 1 facing significant concerns about cash flow during the first quarter and potentially later in the … through short-term personal income tax notes for cash flow needs. While the notes can be converted to long-term …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/covid-19-july-22-2020DiNapoli: Property Tax Exemptions Top $450 Billion
… In this category, the state's School Tax Relief program (STAR) – which applies to a large portion of owner-occupied … outside of New York City – represents the majority share. STAR accounted for 2.4 million partial exemptions in 2016, … of all exempted value. However, unlike other exemptions, STAR creates no direct additional burden on other local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-property-tax-exemptions-top-450-billionIX.11.A Single Audit Act Accounting and Reporting Requirements – IX. Federal Grants
… New York State is subject to specific accounting and administrative requirements for … the SFS is the primary source of information relating to the status of federal grant funds. The federal award and … contained in the state’s accounting system are essential to assure that information provided to the Federal Government …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix11a-single-audit-act-accounting-and-reporting-requirementsFacility Oversight and Timeliness of Response to Complaints and Inmate Grievances (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial report, Facility Oversight and Timeliness of Response to Complaints and Inmate Grievances ( 2017-S-2 ). About the Program The … included in our initial report Facility Oversight and Timeliness of Response to Complaints and Inmate Grievances 2017S2 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/06/18/facility-oversight-and-timeliness-response-complaints-and-inmate-grievances-followDiNapoli Identifies Problems With Low-Cost Power Program
… applicant scores when it distributed low-cost power to companies, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … reporting. Auditors were also critical of NYPA’s efforts to monitor whether customers met job targets. It allowed 12 … applicant scores when it distributed lowcost power to companies according to an audit released today by State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-identifies-problems-low-cost-power-programDiNapoli: Improved Guidance Needed for State Agencies Using AI To Avoid Risks
… and oversight of agencies’ use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is inadequate and creates a risk that the technology … P. DiNapoli. The audit looked at the state’s overall AI policy and how AI was used at four state agencies: the Office for the Aging … and oversight of agencies use of Artificial Intelligence AI is inadequate and creates a risk that the technology could …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-improved-guidance-needed-state-agencies-using-ai-avoid-risksDiNapoli High-Tech is on the Rise in NYC
… High-tech is one of the fastest growing industries in New York … this report highlighting New York City’s growing high-tech industry, one of our city’s most vibrant and vital … IT firm in which the State Pension Fund has invested . “Access to ridiculous talent, amazing neighborhoods to work, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/dinapoli-high-tech-rise-nycStraight Talk About Financial Planning For Your Retirement
… in life, and it’s good to know your retirement benefit is one of them. You can be confident that when you are ready … pension will be there for you. Your retirement benefit is only one part of a good financial plan. Whether you are new to public service or are close to retirement, it is never too early or too late to develop a financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/straight-talk-about-financial-planning-your-retirementOversight of Smart Schools Bond Act Funds
… Education Department (Department) is monitoring the use of Smart Schools Bond Act funds to ensure that school districts … 1, 2015 through August 27, 2019. About the Program The Smart Schools Bond Act (Act) was approved by New York State … school aid they received. Districts must develop a Smart Schools Investment Plan (Plan) that details how they …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/06/10/oversight-smart-schools-bond-act-fundsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… audits and examinations have been issued. Department of Financial Services (DFS): Oversight of the Title Insurance Industry (2017-S-10) While DFS has worked to strengthen its oversight of the industry through the regulatory process, enforcement …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Naval Militia, and the New York Guard. An audit issued in 2020 found numerous weaknesses in DMNA’s internal controls … to school daily across the state, with one third riding School District-owned buses, one third riding … York City Administration for Children’s Services’ Early Learn program. Auditors found that on its annual Consolidated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: MTA Financial Outlook in Precarious Balance
… on MTA’s 2020-2024 capital program, far behind schedule, only began to pick up pace in the spring of 2021. Further …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-mta-financial-outlook-precarious-balanceOpinion 98-16
… at any time before the first day of the fourth fiscal year after the initial deposit, but no later than on that date. … at any time before the first day of the fourth fiscal year after the initial deposit, but no later than on that date. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-16Best Practices – Information Technology Contingency Planning
… local governments should check with New York State Archives personnel to gain an understanding of the laws and regulations pertaining to offsite data storage. NYS Archives issued a Records Advisory entitled Using a Data … be included in a data storage contract. 1 http://www.archives.nysed.gov/records/mr_data_storage.shtml …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-contingency-planning/best-practices-0State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… of. In addition, town officials did not adequately monitor fuel use, which resulted in 9,216 gallons of unrecorded fuel used at the highway facility, valued at $20,576. Also, … Department was not billed for 2,413 gallons of recorded fuel used, valued at $4,841. Town of Mooers – Cash Management …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsXII.4.B.1 Supporting Information – XII. Expenditures
… review of expense reports can ensure employees are only reimbursed for expenses to which they are entitled. When … sufficient support for charges on invoices and include only allowable costs on invoices. Agencies should communicate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii4b1-supporting-informationEPI- Employment Recovery Is Slow for New Yorkers with Disabilities
People living with disabilities face unique daily challenges that can present barriers to employment. The COVID-19 pandemic led to soaring unemployment rates for people with disabilities, and these rates have not declined as quickly in New York as they have nationally.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/disabilities-employment-recovery.pdf