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Opinion 88-34
… rule or regulation, must be accomplished in accordance with the procedures prescribed for the adoption of ordinances … a public hearing on notice nor publication are required with respect to the adoption of traffic regulations by a … p 532 amd 1986 Atty Gen [Inf Opn] 1109. While we concur with the conclusion reached in the Attorney General's opinion …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-34Opinion 88-51
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. MUNICIPAL FUNDS -- Repair Reserve Fund … lake) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §§6-c(1)(b), 6-d: Moneys in a repair reserve fund may be expended for the dredging of … annually or at shorter intervals. Where all moneys in a repair reserve fund have been expended and the town …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-51Opinion 2002-16
… village may expend publicity fund monies under a contract with a not-for-profit corporation, to advertise and publicize … subject to equal protection considerations, may contract with a not-for-profit corporation, to advertise and publicize … may expend publicity fund monies under a contract with a not-for-profit corporation to advertise and publicize …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-16Opinion 99-7
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … by Insurance Law, §§9104 and 9105. These sections state that except as provided in a "special law", 1 foreign … used to purchase a computer, and for ceremony to dedicate new firehouse and fire apparatus; 1989 Opns St Comp No. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-99-7Opinion 88-74
… 220(1): A county, city, town or village may, in accordance with pertinent statutory requirements, contribute public … to make contributions to the entity in accordance with section 1405. Several statutes also authorize … same municipalities, either singly or jointly, to contract with the trustees of an historical association for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-74Opinion 88-8
… of the automotive dealership and abstains from voting with respect to any matters relating to the service … officer or employee has an interest in any contract with his municipality if he receives a direct or indirect … §§801, 802). Any contract willfully entered into by or with a municipality in which there is a prohibited interest …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-8XVI.3.E The Reporting Entity – XVI. Financial Reporting
… DETERMINATION Entity determination is done in accordance with provisions of the Codification of the Governmental … significant or have significant related party transactions with the State. RELATED ORGANIZATIONS Organizations for which … for related organizations. Groups of related organizations with similar relationships with the primary government may be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xvi/xvi3e-reporting-entityEquine Health and Safety
… 1, 2013. The law merged the Racing and Wagering Board with the Division of Lottery to form a single State agency. … operates the latter three under a franchise agreement with the State. The Commission also supervises seven … oversees equine testing procedures, ensures compliance with regulatory veterinary protocols, investigates incidents, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/11/13/equine-health-and-safetyCost-Saving Ideas: Legal Requirements
… Law Section 96-d allows a local government, in conjunction with a "bank, trust company or national bank," to submit an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-legal-requirementsRockland County – Budget Review (B6-13-6)
… a significant shortfall in sales tax revenue if the County does not receive the budgeted amount. The County has budgeted … increased 0.1 percent in 2011. If the Town of Orangetown does not reimburse the County for tax certiorari moneys … fund deficits. Closely monitor sales tax collections and reduce spending if projections fall short. Review the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/04/16/rockland-county-budget-review-b6-13-6DiNapoli: 2015 Sales Tax Collections Drop in 30 Counties
… local governments and their bottom lines,” said DiNapoli. “With little to no growth in sales tax collections, most … in 2015 outside of New York City was in Western New York with a 1.6 percent increase and the Capital District with a 1.5 percent increase. Other regions, however, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/02/dinapoli-2015-sales-tax-collections-drop-30-countiesAssessment of Costs to Administer the Workers’ Compensation Program for the Three Fiscal Years Ended March 31, 2017
… Laws. Our audit covered the period April 1, 2014 through March 31, 2017. Background The primary responsibility of the … personal service expenses for the three fiscal years ended March 31, 2017 as a result of inaccurate records. Establish a consistent and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/08/21/assessment-costs-administer-workers-compensation-program-three-fiscal-years-ended-march-31State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… , City of Poughkeepsie and Summitville Fire Company . "In today's fiscal climate, budget transparency and … budgets for its four major operating funds. This resulted in operating surpluses which contributed to a steady increase in fund balance levels over the last three years. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced his … and the City of Tonawanda . "In today's fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0City of Troy – Budget Review (B18-5-8)
… in the proposed refuse fund budget provides the City with minimal flexibility in the event of unforeseen … are settled. The City’s proposed budget is in compliance with the tax levy limit. Key Recommendations It is essential …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2018/10/31/city-troy-budget-review-b18-5-8DiNapoli and Scarpino Announce Guilty Plea & Sentencing in Theft of $60K in Pension Payments
… her mother’s pension payments. "Thanks to my partnership with District Attorney Scarpino, Ms. Rose is being held … system." Scarpino added, “We continue to work closely with the Office of NYS Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli to weed … Division Economic Crimes Bureau, in partnership with OSC investigators, continues to get to the heart of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/09/dinapoli-and-scarpino-announce-guilty-plea-sentencing-theft-60k-pension-paymentsMedicaid Program – Medicaid Claims Processing Activity April 1, 2018 Through September 30, 2018
… by approved providers, were processed in accordance with Medicaid requirements, and resulted in correct payments … provided; $1 million was paid for claims that were billed with incorrect information pertaining to other health … for episodic home health care claims that did not comply with Medicaid policies. By the end of the audit fieldwork, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/07/10/medicaid-program-medicaid-claims-processing-activity-april-1-2018-through-september-30-2018Comptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Sentencing of N.J. Man Implicated in Theft of $78,000 in New York State Pension Benefits
… died in 2003, with his wife collecting benefits until her death in 2006. Fitzpatrick, who had been acting as power of attorney before Sullivan’s death, failed to notify the retirement system of Sullivan’s … the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-sentencing-nj-man-implicated-theft-78000-new-york-stateUpstate New York Company Delivers $450,000 Investment Gain To The State Pension Fund
… The New York State Common Retirement Fund"™s (Fund) investment in Canandaigua-based ClearMomentum … Private Equity Investment Program has helped grow the pension fund while supporting jobs and fueling local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/upstate-new-york-company-delivers-450000-investment-gain-state-pension-fundDiNapoli: State Pays Drug Treatment Center Nearly $4 Million for Ineligible Expenses
… substance abuse, signed a five-year $47.6 million contract with Phoenix House New York (PHNY) in 2009 to provide … in the New York metropolitan area. The state’s contract with PHNY was renewed in 2014 for another five-year term … received reimbursement for expenses that did not comply with the contract. This included approximately $2.9 million …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/01/dinapoli-state-pays-drug-treatment-center-nearly-4-million-ineligible-expenses