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Wayne County Chapter NYSARC, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual (2020-S-30) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the costs reported by the Wayne County Chapter of NYSARC, Inc. on its Consolidated Fiscal Report (CFR) were properly calculated, adequately documented, and allowable under the State Education Department’s guidelines, including the Reimbursable Cost Manual and the CFR Manual.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20s30-response.pdfCustodial Service Contract Procurement and Oversight (2020-N-8) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the selected New York City Department of Education contracting practice was effective in procuring the custodial service contracts it has in effect for the 2017–2020 and 2021–2028 fiscal years at the lowest available price, while maintaining the quality of service.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-20n8-response.pdfUpdate on New York City Staffing Trends
New York City employs the largest municipal workforce in the United States. Prior to the pandemic, the City government (which, unlike many local governments, includes its schools), employed about 300,400 full-time employees, an increase of 33,023 employees since City fiscal year (FY) 2012.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-13-2023.pdfNew York's Labor Force: Assessing 10-Year Trends and Pandemic Setbacks
The COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the State’s labor force was more severe than in other states: the size of the workforce declined more rapidly than the rest of the nation in 2020 and continued to shrink in 2021 when other states recovered.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/new-york-labor-force-2022.pdfIdentifying, Reporting, and Providing Services for Youth at Risk of Sexual Human Trafficking in New York City (2021-N-2) 180-Day Response
To determine if the New York City Administration for Children’s Services and the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development identify, report on, and provide services for victims of child sex trafficking and those at risk of child sex trafficking.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21n2-response1.pdfReview of the Financial Plan of the City of New York, December 2021
On November 30, 2021, the City released its seventh budgetary update since the COVID-19 pandemic began, its modified November 2021 financial plan. The City’s finances have experienced considerable fluctuation throughout this time, fueled by volatility in everything from employment to federal aid.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-16-2022.pdfLocal Government Contact Management System (LGCMS)
OSC will be releasing a new system for maintaining municipal contact information and ensuring important OSC communications are received timely, and by the current local government officials. This session will walk through how to create, modify, verify and remove municipal official contact records.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/local-gov-contact-management-system-081924.pdfNew Yorkers in Need Wrap-up (English)
The COVID-19 pandemic had devastating health, economic and social consequences. Yet for many, hardships existed long before that time; millions of New Yorkers face daily challenges to make ends meet as a result of living at or near the federal poverty level.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/new-yorkers-in-need-wrapup-report.pdfPhysical and Financial Conditions at Selected Mitchell-Lama Developments (2023-N-2)
To determine whether Mitchell-Lama developments supervised by the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development are being maintained in a manner that protects the health and safety of residents, and whether funds at these developments are being used for intended purposes.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-23n2.pdfPhysical and Financial Conditions at Selected Mitchell-Lama Developments (2023-N-2) 180-Day Response
To determine whether Mitchell-Lama developments supervised by the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development are being maintained in a manner that protects the health and safety of residents, and whether funds at these developments are being used for intended purposes.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-23n2-response.pdfNew York Leads Nation in Nonprofit Jobs & Wages
… total wages of just over $78 billion in 2017, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … in every region of New York, delivering vital services to New Yorkers, from hospital care and education to legal services and environmental protection,” DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/07/new-york-leads-nation-nonprofit-jobs-wagesDiNapoli Calls for State Procurement Reform
… Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today proposed changes to the state’s procurement practices in the wake of criminal … DiNapoli said. “The state funneled taxpayer money to quasi-government organizations, avoiding scrutiny and … and abuse. New York state must take credible steps to reestablish the public’s faith in government and address …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-calls-state-procurement-reformDiNapoli: Finger Lakes Regional Economy Bolstered By Key Industries
… The economy of New York’s Finger Lakes region has been bolstered by recent … industries, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller DiNapoli. "As the economy of the … resources and a steadfast commitment to identifying new, innovative ways to grow our economy." "The continued …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-finger-lakes-regional-economy-bolstered-key-industriesOpinion 90-14
… (direct payment by developer of subdivision review fees to engineer or lawyer) TOWN LAW, §277(1): A town may impose a schedule of fees upon a developer to recover engineering, land surveying and legal expenses … review so long as they are reasonably necessary to accomplish the regulatory program and bear a reasonable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-14DiNapoli: Potsdam Audit Finds Missing Court Funds
… records and pocketed cash receipts, according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. After finding the fraud, DiNapoli’s office shared the findings with the New York State Police and St. Lawrence County District Attorney …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/dinapoli-potsdam-audit-finds-missing-court-fundsOpinion 92-56
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … town and county officers training school of the state of New York, or in attending a convention, conference or school …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-56Opinion 91-10
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … -- "In the same manner and at the same time as town taxes" (as meaning ad valorem levies) TOWNS -- Powers and … have indicated that the cost of any judgment arising out of the establishment or operation of the district is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-10Opinion 92-13
… opinion. LOCAL LAWS -- Procedural Requirements (necessity to address only a single subject) -- Terms of Office (single … Terms of Office (change in terms of town offices from two to four years) MUNICIPAL HOME RULE LAW, … the town clerk and the town supervisor from two to four years does not violate the "single subject" …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-13Opinion 94-6
… among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in … housing authority would have a conflict of interest if he or she accepts a paid position with the corporation involving the administration or operation of the program. You ask whether a tenant member …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-6DiNapoli: Franklin School District Saves $826,000 in Health Care Costs
… and offering employees a buyout incentive, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller … and increasingly tight budgets, school districts need to make every dollar count,” said DiNapoli. “I commend … cost alternative. This evaluation allowed the district to find a new insurance carrier that was less expensive and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-franklin-school-district-saves-826000-health-care-costs