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Opinion 2000-15
… Law §209-i. You ask whether a volunteer firefighter who resides in another state and is a member of an … provides in relevant part that a "volunteer firefighter" 1 who, because of his or her residence or usual occupation, is … departments and fire companies of other states and Canada who render service in New York State). As an alternative, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-15Examination of Procurement Card Payments
… Operations Office (DDSOO) complied with New York State Finance Law requirements and guidance on the use of … through December 31, 2016. Background Pursuant to State Finance Law §112, agency contracts over $50,000 in amount … be approved by the Office of the State Comptroller. State Finance Law §163 requires agencies to competitively procure …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/03/09/examination-procurement-card-paymentsNY-Sun Incentive Program
… the objectives required by the Public Service Commission for the NY-Sun Incentive Program (NY-Sun), including: … a commitment of $1 billion to stimulate the marketplace for solar energy in New York. NY-Sun aims to add more than … established 210 days as the expected time required for installers to complete most projects, and an extension …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/09/02/ny-sun-incentive-programOversight of the Early Intervention Program’s State Fiscal Agent
… Purpose To determine whether the Department of Health provided effective oversight of State … December 10, 2015. Background In New York State, the Department of Health (Department) is the lead agency responsible for the Early … To determine whether the Department of Health provided effective oversight of State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/03/24/oversight-early-intervention-programs-state-fiscal-agentSecurity Over Critical Information Systems
… a performance accountability system, oversees the licensing of numerous professions, certifies teachers, and … and Effectiveness of Department of Motor Vehicles’ Licensing and Registration Systems (2013-S-58) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/07/19/security-over-critical-information-systemsTuition Assistance Program – CUNY York College
… college within the City University of New York (CUNY). It was founded in 1966 and is located on a 50-acre campus in … aid awards. Incorrect certifications include four students who received awards but did not meet the requirements for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/01/11/tuition-assistance-program-cuny-york-collegeDiNapoli: School Bus Safety Needs Improvement
… and the West Irondequoit Central School District (Monroe). Of the seven districts examined, five contracted out with … the requirements. Not All Drivers Were Subject to Drug and Alcohol Testing Drivers for Cornwall and West Irondequoit … or resolved. This creates a risk that issues and problems could go unnoticed and result in safety risks for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-school-bus-safety-needs-improvementSelected Aspects of the Migrant Education Program
… Purpose To determine whether the State Education Department (Department) properly oversees the Migrant Education Program (Program) to ensure that it … requirements and achieves its program goals. Background The Migrant Education Program (Program) is a federal grant …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/05/15/selected-aspects-migrant-education-programRainbow Rhymes Learning Center (Follow-Up)
… Purpose To determine the implementation status of the three recommendations in our initial report, … To determine the implementation status of the three recommendations in our initial report …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/06/27/rainbow-rhymes-learning-center-followSelected Aspects of Inactive Hazardous Waste Site Remediation Cost Recovery
… to fully and accurately accumulate State costs related to site investigation and remediation, bill for and collect … responsible for the Inactive Hazardous Waste Disposal Site Program (Program), also known as the State Superfund … of possible responsible parties, and remediation of the site. Responsible parties are legally responsible for site …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/01/22/selected-aspects-inactive-hazardous-waste-site-remediation-cost-recoveryPipeline Safety Oversight
… Inspector Qualification, Leak Management, Enforcement, and Incident Investigation. Key Findings DPS staff do not verify … procedures to identify instances when Operators fail to report incidents as required and update the Manual to reflect …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/03/08/pipeline-safety-oversightCompliance With the Clery Act
… colleges accurately reported crime statistics and published other relevant security and safety-related information required by the Clery Act, and whether SUNY's System Administration provided the … colleges accurately reported crime statistics and published other relevant secu …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/08/22/compliance-clery-actRailroad Bridge Inspection Program
… regulations require railroad bridge inspections to be conducted in accordance with formal bridge management … bridges. Department data shows that 38 railroads own or have maintenance responsibility for almost 3,000 railroad … The Department did not monitor whether inspections were done on the 48 bridges it is responsible for. As a result, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/12/09/railroad-bridge-inspection-programWillsboro Central School District – Student State Aid (2023M-119)
… manner for all special education students. Review all unclaimed State aid and submit any eligible claims for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2024/02/02/willsboro-central-school-district-student-state-aid-2023m-119Oversight of Disability Services
… the campuses. Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination on the basis of … we determined the campuses provided outreach and training to students and staff about their services and … SUNY Administration: Continue to work with SED to provide training and education to campuses to accurately and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/08/09/oversight-disability-servicesOversight of International Offices
… Purpose To determine if Empire State Development (ESD) monitors the effectiveness of its international offices and … To determine if Empire State Development ESD monitors the effectiveness of its international offices and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/06/28/oversight-international-officesState Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on Signing of New Legislative Package on Gun Control
… store in Buffalo to an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, this scourge knows no geographic boundaries. The gun …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-signing-new-legislative-package-gun-controlXV.17 Short Term Investment Pool (STIP) Interest – XV. End of Year
Section 98a of the State Finance Law governs the distribution of interest to agencies accounts within the States shortterm investment pool STIP
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xv/xv17-short-term-investment-pool-stip-interestXI.2.L Contract Signature Page – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… number and an agency certification on all copies of the signature pages. The purpose of the certification is to ensure agencies attach the signature pages to the contract documents filed with and approved by OSC. A copy of a recommended signature page and the certification language required on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi2l-contract-signature-pageXI.18.E Public Officers Law – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… State employees. CONTRACTING WITH FORMER NYS EMPLOYEES In accordance with Public Officers Law §73(8)(a) (POL 73), … bar. Under the two-year bar, former State employees are prohibited from: appearing or practicing before their former … Chamber employees, former Executive Chamber employees are prohibited from: appearing or practicing before the Executive …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi18e-public-officers-law