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Bethpage Public Library – Procurement (2019M-219)
… whether the Bethpage Public Library (Library) Board of Trustees (Board) ensured goods and services were procured … quotations or consider competitive bidding for 36 of 46 claims reviewed totaling $104,572. The Director … personal ties. Officials did not seek competition for two of five professional service providers who were paid a total …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2021/06/04/bethpage-public-library-procurement-2019m-219Dalton-Nunda Central School District – Financial Management (2020M-92)
… the Dalton-Nunda Central School District (District) Board of Education (Board) and District officials adopted realistic … $900,000 in fund balance that was not used. As of June 30, 2019, recalculated surplus fund balance exceeded … estimates for revenues, appropriations and the amount of fund balance and reserves needed to fund operations. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2020/10/16/dalton-nunda-central-school-district-financial-management-2020m-92State Contract and Payment Actions in April
… In April, the Office of the State Comptroller approved 1,260 contracts for state … www.openbooknewyork.com . Major Contracts Approved Office of Court Administration $10.3 million with RELX Inc. for digital and print law books. Office of General Services $3.7 million with Titan Roofing, Inc. to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/state-contract-and-payment-actions-aprilState Contract and Payment Actions in August
… In August, the Office of the State Comptroller approved 1,647 contracts for state … . Major Contracts Approved Department of Environmental Conservation $6.9 million for water quality … to Peconic Land Trust, Inc., $1.7 million to the Village of Kenmore, $1.7 million to Orange County Water Authority, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/10/state-contract-and-payment-actions-augustDiNapoli: State Tax Receipts Through First Quarter Exceed Financial Plan Projections by $1.7 Billion
… receipts totaled $34.4 billion through the first quarter of State Fiscal Year 2022-23, exceeding the Division of the Budget’s (DOB) Enacted Budget Financial Plan forecast … increasing, and may alter the trajectory for the remainder of the fiscal year. Bolstering rainy day reserve funds on or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-state-tax-receipts-through-first-quarter-exceed-financial-plan-projections-1-point-7-billionOpinion 2002-5
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … BONDS AND NOTES -- Permissible Uses (financing acquisition of development rights for open space preservation) -- … funded by real property tax monies for the purchase of certain farms …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-5Opinion 2001-4
… (1979 Opns St Comp No. 79-187, unreported; see also 5 Op Counsel SBEA No. 3). We note, however, that, with certain …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2001-4DiNapoli: Brooklyn Economy Sets Records
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "It’s an exciting time for Brooklyn with record employment, business growth, … the second strongest expansion between 1992 and 2000. In 2017, private sector employment grew by 4.4 percent, nearly … citywide growth rate of 44 percent), reaching a record of $13.6 billion in 2016. The areas of Crown Heights, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/dinapoli-brooklyn-economy-sets-recordsDiNapoli: Former Hannibal Fire Chief and Father Arrested
… and the New York State Police today announced the arrest of former Hannibal Fire Chief Chris Emmons for allegedly … all for personal gain. I applaud the diligent work of our members and our partners at the State Comptroller’s … these bad actors accountable and bringing a measure of justice for the victims.” Chris Emmons had previously …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-former-hannibal-fire-chief-and-father-arrestedBaldwin Public Library – Payroll (2013M-335)
… Read complete report - [pdf] Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine if the Library had effective … The Baldwin Public Library is located in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County. The Library is governed by a … The purpose of our audit was to determine if the Library had effective …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2014/01/31/baldwin-public-library-payroll-2013m-335DiNapoli Urges New Yorkers To Spend Holiday Gift Cards
… Thomas P. DiNapoli is urging New Yorkers to keep track of gift cards received during the holidays. When gift cards … be turned over by retailers to the Comptroller’s Office of Unclaimed Funds (OUF). In 2024, the office recovered over … remember to check for unclaimed funds . “Tis the season of giving, not losing, so please spend those gift cards and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/dinapoli-urges-new-yorkers-spend-holiday-gift-cardsState Contract and Payment Actions in June
… In June, the Office of the State Comptroller approved 1,449 contracts for state … at Open Book New York . Major Contracts Approved Office of Cannabis Management $12 million with 59 Maiden Lane … Associates LLC for office space in New York County. Office of General Services – Design & Construction $8.6 million with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/state-contract-and-payment-actions-juneNYS Common Retirement Fund Reports Third Quarter Results
… Fund’s (Fund) estimated return in the third quarter of the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2018-19 was -7.17 percent for … period ending Dec. 31, 2018, with an estimated value of $197.3 billion, according to New York State Comptroller … erased during the market’s steep drop at the tail end of 2018," DiNapoli said. "Fortunately, the market has since …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/02/nys-common-retirement-fund-reports-third-quarter-resultsNYS Common Retirement Fund Reports Second Quarter Results
… Fund’s (Fund) estimated return in the second quarter of the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2020-21 was 6.24 percent for … 30, 2020, and ended the quarter with an estimated value of $226.4 billion, according to New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “A second straight quarter of strong investment returns raised the pension fund’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/nys-common-retirement-fund-reports-second-quarter-resultsIX.12.H Key CMIA Documents – IX. Federal Grants
… While CMIA applies to federal program funding, all aspects of implementation – program coverage, implementation … and lead state agencies responsible for administration of covered programs must prepare two major documents for … Annual Treasury-State Agreement (TSA): Details the terms of implementation of CMIA in the state for each SFY. The TSA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix12h-key-cmia-documentsEmpire BlueCross BlueShield – Selected Payments for Special Items Made to Saratoga Hospital From January 1, 2011 Through March 31, 2011
… for special items were made according to the provisions of the agreement between Empire and Saratoga. Background … primary health benefits plan for NYSHIP. The Department of Civil Service contracts with Empire to administer the hospitalization portion of the Plan. Empire processes Plan claims for hospital …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/01/empire-bluecross-blueshield-selected-payments-special-items-made-saratoga-hospital-januarySelected Payments for Special Items Made to Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital from January 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011
… for special items were made according to the provisions of the agreement between Empire and Bassett. Background The … primary health benefits plan for NYSHIP. The Department of Civil Service contracts with Empire to administer the hospitalization portion of the Plan. Empire processes Plan claims for hospital …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/01/selected-payments-special-items-made-mary-imogene-bassett-hospital-january-1-2011-throughDiNapoli: Former Halfmoon Supervisor Enters Guilty Plea to Two Felony Counts
… Former Town of Halfmoon Supervisor Melinda Wormuth pled guilty today to … S. Hartunian and Andrew W. Vale, Special Agent in Charge of the Albany Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation along with Attorney … Former Town of Halfmoon Supervisor Melinda Wormuth pled guilty today to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/dinapoli-former-halfmoon-supervisor-enters-guilty-plea-two-felony-countsDiNapoli: Two Arrested for Stealing More Than $200,000 From 86-Year-Old State Pensioner
… and the New York State Police today announced the arrests of Amber Diacetis, a 30-year-old Albany resident, and Devin … individuals perpetuated a devious scheme to take advantage of a vulnerable pensioner, placing them in unlivable … and had no other direct support, received a monthly income of $3,526.70 for his pension and $2,138.60 from Social …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-two-arrested-stealing-more-200000-86-year-old-state-pensionerRotterdam Fire District Number 7 Schonowe – Claims Auditing (2025M-107)
… Rotterdam Fire District Number 7 Schonowe (District) Board of Fire Commissioners (Board) properly audit claims? Audit … 2024 – May 31, 2025 Understanding the Audit Area The audit of claims is often the last line of defense for preventing unauthorized, improper or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2025/12/24/rotterdam-fire-district-number-7-schonowe-claims-auditing-2025m-107