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DiNapoli Releases Analysis of Executive Budget
… picture but also weakens checks and balances over the use of public dollars, according to a report released today by … Washington, questions over state tax revenues and billions of dollars in out-year gaps pose significant threats," DiNapoli said. "At a time of difficult financial challenges, transparency, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-releases-analysis-executive-budgetMaximizing Incentives for Individuals With Disabilities
… Objective To determine whether the Office of Mental Health (OMH) has … New York Employment Service System (NYESS) and the Ticket to Work (TTW) program to promote and place individuals with a disability in competitive employment. The audit covered the period from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/08/30/maximizing-incentives-individuals-disabilitiesSafety at Stations
… Purpose To determine whether Staten Island Railway has taken appropriate steps to address … are operational and accessible to all. Background MTA Staten Island Railway (SIR) was created as a public benefit … for the operation of a rapid transit railroad system on Staten Island pursuant to a lease and operating agreement …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/06/15/safety-stationsTown of Rochester – Financial Condition and Highway Department Payroll (2015M-324)
… year totaled approximately $1.9 million for the general fund and $1.4 million for the highway fund. Key Findings The … certain highway fund budget items each year. The Town does not have comprehensive policies and procedures for … according to the CBA and that employees receiving overtime pay report to work and document their presence on their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2016/06/24/town-rochester-financial-condition-and-highway-department-payroll-2015m-324DiNapoli: Tax Cap Below Two Percent
… Dec. 31 will be capped at 1.56 percent for 2021, according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. This figure affects … and the fiscal uncertainties municipalities are facing add to the challenge of adhering to the tax cap,” DiNapoli said. “At the same time the levy …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/07/dinapoli-tax-cap-below-two-percentMedicaid Overpayments for Inpatient Transfer Claims Among Merged or Consolidated Facilities
… Purpose To determine whether the Department of Health established adequate controls over inpatient claims … 2009 through June 30, 2014. Background The Department of Health (Department) administers the State’s Medicaid program. … Medicaid policies for reimbursing hospitals and other health care providers for their services. Generally, when a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/12/08/medicaid-overpayments-inpatient-transfer-claims-among-merged-or-consolidated-facilitiesEmployer Education Seminars
… for benefit and reporting staff who work with NYSLRS as well as preretirement presentations for their members …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/employer-education-seminarsAccounts Payable Advisory No. 7
… when processing payments to vendors. Improper preparation of vouchers payable to Barnes and Noble may delay payment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/7-complex-entity-barnes-nobleSelected Aspects of Discretionary Spending
… Purpose To determine whether Battery Park City Authority discretionary spending was … two fiscal years ended October 31, 2011. Background The Battery Park City Authority (Authority) was created in 1968 … To determine whether Battery Park City Authority discretionary spending was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/12/10/selected-aspects-discretionary-spendingSelected Aspects of Discretionary Spending
… the Authority has also been responsible for the State’s canal system, which is maintained and operated by its subsidiary, the Canal Corporation. The Authority is governed by a board of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/09/29/selected-aspects-discretionary-spending-0Fiscal Stress Monitoring - System Basics
This document gives an overview of the System and how it works.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/fiscal-monitoring/pdf/system-basics.pdfResponsiveness to Noise Complaints Related to Construction Projects (Follow-Up)
… complaints were called in to New York City’s 311 system for the period January 1, 2014 through June 30, 2016. The … As indicated by the World Health Organization’s Guidelines for Community Noise , the general population is increasingly … exposed to community noise, creating the potential for a significant public health concern. The audit found a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/02/04/responsiveness-noise-complaints-related-construction-projects-followDiNapoli: State Tax Revenues $2 Billion Lower Than Last Fiscal Year
… tax receipts cumulatively through January of State Fiscal Year 2020-21 are nearly $2 billion lower than last year, according to the … tax receipts cumulatively through January of State Fiscal Year 202021 are nearly $2 billion lower than last year according to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/dinapoli-state-tax-revenues-2-billion-lower-last-fiscal-yearMultiyear Capital Planning
This session will discuss how to develop a capital plan, including the process of identifying capital needs and inventorying, and establishing criteria to prioritize projects.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/multiyear-capital-planning-040523.pdfProgress Report: The MTA Capital Security Program - June 2007
In the wake of September 11, 2001, the MTA initiated intense planning efforts to determine how to best protect its customers and key assets.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-2-2008.pdfCybersecurity Month Passwords
Passwords are one of the most critical controls that help to enable a strong cybersecurity posture. Learn how to help strengthen your municipality’s password practices.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/cybersecurity-month-passwords-10-24-22.pdfAccounts Payable Advisory No. 72
… property (i.e., land). This includes processing voluntary and involuntary (i.e., by eminent domain judgment) land acquisition vouchers and additional award payment and land acquisition deposit vouchers that supplement eminent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/72-land-acquisition-paymentsWayland-Cohocton Central School District – Lead Testing and Reporting (2024M-118)
… by New York State (NYS) Public Health Law and Department of Health (DOH) regulations. District officials did not … report includes five recommendations to that effect. A copy of our letter to District officials is included in Appendix A. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/01/17/wayland-cohocton-central-school-district-lead-testing-and-reporting-2024mAccounts Payable Advisory No. 6
… when processing payments to vendors. Improper preparation of vouchers payable to Time Warner Cable may delay payment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/6-complex-entity-time-warner-cableJohnsburg Central School District - Extra-Classroom Activity Funds (2018M-150)
… District employees did not submit any documentation to show how funds from 10 cash advances totaling $19,997 were spent. … documentation and for appropriate purposes. Prepare check disbursements only after receiving proper authorization …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/02/01/johnsburg-central-school-district-extra-classroom-activity-funds-2018m