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DiNapoli: More Needs to Be Done to Provide Mental Health Training to School Staff
… lacked some or all the recommended components, including how to access crisis support and recognizing warning signs … things. Based on SED guidance, at a minimum, staff should be trained on the mental health components recommended by the … New York SAVE Act List of 20 School Districts Belleville Henderson Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Canandaigua City …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/dinapoli-more-needs-be-done-provide-mental-health-training-school-staffDiNapoli: Some NYC Schools Failing to Report Violent, Disruptive Incidents
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced that an audit of the New York City Department of Education (DoE) found it did not … and Disruptive Incident Reports (VADIRs) with SED. In New York City, schools first file an incident report with … New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today announced …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/dinapoli-some-nyc-schools-failing-report-violent-disruptive-incidentsDiNapoli Warns Changing Fiscal Landscape Could Increase Budget Challenges for Local Governments
… with state aid that has not kept pace with inflation and slower growth in local revenue may push some local … The report provides an overview of these revenue sources and how they have affected local budgets in recent years. “With pandemic aid coming to an end and uncertainty coming out of Washington, local governments …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-warns-changing-fiscal-landscape-could-increase-budget-challenges-local-governmentsApplication Review and Site Permitting for Major Renewable Energy Projects (2023-S-52) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the Office of Renewable Energy Siting is fulfilling its obligations under State law to issue siting permits for major renewable energy projects within the required time frames.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-23s52-response.pdfAnnual Update: Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Debt Profile
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) finances brightened last year when the State provided a substantial, recurring funding solution to help it balance its operating budget as federal relief funds are exhausted.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-3-2025.pdfProtecting our Elderly Population: Select Elder Care Program Audits (2021-2023)
New York State has the fourth-largest population of older adults in the United States, with over 3.3 million New Yorkers age 65 and older (about 17 percent of the population).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/select-elder-care-program-audits-2021-2023.pdfApplication Review and Site Permitting for Major Renewable Energy Projects (2023-S-52)
To determine whether the Office of Renewable Energy Siting is fulfilling its obligations under State law to issue siting permits for major renewable energy projects within the required time frames.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-23s52.pdfPublic Authorities by the Numbers, December 2022
The scale of authority operations is enormous, with more than 1,000 State and local entities spending more than $78 billion per year, employing more than 166,000 full- and part-time staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/special-topics/pdf/public-authorities-2022.pdfAll My Children Day Care — Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual (2020-S-3) 180-Day Response
Fiscal Reports (CFRs) were reasonable, necessary, directly related to the special education program, and sufficiently documented pursuant to the State Education Department’s (SED) guidelines, including the Reimbursable Cost Manual (RCM).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-20s3-response.pdfInternal Controls Over Selected Financial Operations (2018-S-66) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the Division of Military and Naval Affairs (DMNA) has adequate controls over selected financial operations to provide reasonable assurance that State assets are appropriately managed and safeguarded.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2020-18s66-response1.pdfLocal Sales Tax Collections Decline by 10 Percent in 2020, With Major Shifts in Consumer Spending
New York State local sales tax collections declined by 10 percent (or $1.8 billion) in 2020 compared to 2019, due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 global pandemic.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/local-sales-tax-collections-decline-by-10-percent-in-2020.pdfOversight of Smart Schools Bond Act Funds (2019-S-13) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the State Education Department is monitoring the use of Smart Schools Bond Act funds to ensure that school districts have appropriately utilized them for their intended purpose.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2020-19s13-response.pdfNew York State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on DACA
… "The Trump Administration's decision to end DACA today was cruel, … The Trump Administrations decision to end DACA today was cruel …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-dacaState Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on the Enacted Budget
… "The Governor and Legislature reached an on-time budget … aid. "Still, there are areas of concern. As in past years, the budget negotiation process was mostly done behind closed doors, leaving the public in the dark about how taxpayer money will be … The Governor and Legislature reached an ontime budget …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-enacted-budgetNew York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Hanukkah Message
… “As this year’s Festival of Lights commences, I’d like to wish all of those observing the annual Jewish holiday a happy and safe Hanukkah. Over the course of the next eight days … collective determination to overcome challenging obstacles and be reminded that positive change can and will come.” …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-hanukkah-messagePhotos: State Comptroller DiNapoli Visits Wyoming County Farm
… are threatening vital family businesses. Declining milk prices, increased tariffs, restrictions on migrant workers … to federal policy are creating financial uncertainty for our farmers." Also today, DiNapoli released a report … – among the top five nationwide. The report is available online at: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/photos-state-comptroller-dinapoli-visits-wyoming-county-farmComptroller DiNapoli Statement on January State Cash Report
… I announced earlier this month. In addition, the Division of the Budget's updated financial plan reduces projected tax receipts in the coming years by billions of dollars. "Given the unpredictable revenue environment we …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/02/comptroller-dinapoli-statement-january-state-cash-reportDiNapoli: Contractor Charged State for Booze & Sunset Cruise
… Montauk Yacht Club Resort & Marina, and more than $22,000 for a staff picnic, according to an report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “The rules for conference costs are clear,” DiNapoli said. “And lavish … agencies must make sure that contractors are reimbursed for legitimate expenses only.” PSCH had a five-year, nearly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-contractor-charged-state-booze-sunset-cruiseState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on NYC Finances
… the growing burden on the city. “As budget gaps grow in the coming years, the city will need to continue to show …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/09/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-nyc-financesState Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on MTA 2023 Budget
… 2023 budget : “The 2023 budget adopted by the MTA today is balanced using $600 million in undetermined funding or MTA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-mta-2023-budget