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Opinion 2000-3
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … to be filed with the State Comptroller a certified copy of each determination or order establishing or extending a … a resolution approving the establishment or extension of a town special district under Town Law is required to be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-3VendRep System Contract Search
… approved or non-approved.” Unless the contract status is “approved,” it is viewable only by your authorized users and the contracting vendor. For any contracts with other State contracting entities, only approved …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/contracts/vendrep-system-contract-searchSelected Aspects of the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises Program
… Empire State Development Corporation’s (ESD) Department of Economic Development properly certified and recertified … May 1, 2008 to April 30, 2014. Background The Department of Economic Development’s (DED) Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development (Division) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/04/04/selected-aspects-minority-and-women-owned-business-enterprises-programDetermination of Residency for Tuition Purposes
… September 2019. About the Program The State University of New York (SUNY) is the largest comprehensive system of public education in the nation, comprising 64 institutions (four of which are University Centers) – including research …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/05/26/determination-residency-tuition-purposesCUNY Bulletin No. CU-686
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to provide agency instructions for processing the June 2020 Uniform Allowance Payment and … old rate and the new rate. The rate increase information is provided in the IBT implementation memorandum. OSC … The purpose of this bulletin is to provide agency instructions for processing the June …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-686-cuny-june-2020-uniform-allowance-payment-and-retroactiveWage Theft Investigations
… To determine whether the Department of Labor (Department) is efficiently utilizing its resources to undertake and … December 20, 2013. Background The Department's mission is to protect workers, assist the unemployed and connect job … to jobs. Its Division of Labor Standards (Division) is committed to safeguarding New York State workers through …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/06/06/wage-theft-investigationsSky Light Center Inc. – Supported Housing Program
… its Supported Housing Program contract with the Office of Mental Health (OMH). The audit covered the period from … Light, to locate apartments and negotiate leases on behalf of clients, help the clients move into their apartments, and … services. Sky Light is authorized to service a maximum of 90 clients at an annual cost of $1.3 million. Key Findings …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/05/05/sky-light-center-inc-supported-housing-programState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… , Town of Minisink , Village of Tannersville and Town of Wales . "In today's fiscal climate, budget transparency and … purposes or lost to leakage or unapproved use. Town of Wales – Financial Management (Erie County) The board adopted … Beach Town of Minisink Village of Tannersville and Town of Wales …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0IT Security Fundamentals – Information Technology Governance
… CIA Triad The CIA triad refers to an information security model comprised of three main components: confidentiality, … of information security. The CIA triad is a well-known model in information security development. It is applied in … or weaknesses and to establish security solutions. The model is an industry standard with which most IT …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-governance/it-security-fundamentalsDiNapoli Releases December State Cash Report
State tax collections through the first three quarters of the fiscal year declined $12 billion or 22 percent from the same period last year to $532 billion and were $299 million lower than midyear Financial Plan projections according to the state cash report issued by Comptroller DiNapoli
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/01/dinapoli-releases-december-state-cash-reportState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Renewal: Housing Trust Fund Corporation – Oversight of the Rural Rental Assistance Program (2023-S-53) The Housing Trust Fund Corporation (HTFC), a component of Homes and Community Renewal, administers the Rural Rental … Program in partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The program provides rental subsidies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsVII.2.C Direct Journal Payment & Payment Worksheet - Treasury Requirements – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… must forward all checks, money orders, etc. and a printout of the SFS Regular Deposit screen, showing Business Unit, … e-mailing [email protected] with the amount of the cash deposit and a justification as to why there is no … cash through the mail exposes the agency to the risk of theft or loss. Therefore, agencies must have proper …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii2c-direct-journal-payment-payment-worksheet-treasury-requirementsDiNapoli: New Law Will Help Local Governments Weather Coronavirus Pandemic
… global pandemic as sales tax revenues shrink and state aid is in jeopardy,” DiNapoli said. “This legislation, proposed … burdens they will face until our economy fully recovers. I thank Governor Cuomo and the Legislature for enacting this important bill quickly.” The new law, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/08/dinapoli-new-law-will-help-local-governments-weather-coronavirus-pandemicAccounts Payable Advisory No. 48
… 6.D – Paying a Single Payment Vendor Update: The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) has updated the policy and … vendor in the Statewide Financial System (SFS). The use of a standard format results in time saving and processing efficiencies for the State. Also, in the event of unclaimed funds, a standard name format increases the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/48-paying-single-payment-vendorTown of Rossie – Records and Reports and Cash Disbursements (2013M-168)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the Town’s financial operations … 1, 2011, through December 31, 2012. Background The Town of Rossie is located in St. Lawrence County and has a … Town of Rossie Records and Reports and Cash Disbursements 2013M168 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/10/04/town-rossie-records-and-reports-and-cash-disbursements-2013m-168Available Options – Article 14 Benefits
… the maximum benefit payment to you each month for the rest of your life. Under this selection, all payments cease upon … your lifetime, and is based on your birth date and that of your beneficiary. After your death, your beneficiary will … your lifetime, and is based on your birth date and that of your beneficiary. After your death, your beneficiary will …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/available-optionsState Agencies Bulletin No. 1199
… Employer’s Tax Guide to Fringe Benefits, the first $5,250 of educational assistance provided to an employee under an … program is excluded from taxable wages. Amounts in excess of $5,250 must be reported and are subject to Federal, State, … A program that provides benefits to a spouse or dependents of employees is not a qualified program. Benefits paid by a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1199-educational-assistance-benefitsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… issues with the quality of data the department relies on to administer the state's weights and measures program. … Such deficiencies diminish the department's ability to conduct useful analyses and to provide meaningful … deposits to accounts; and ensuring all accounts are used for appropriate business purposes. These weaknesses increased …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: Village of Candor Mayor Arrested for Allegedly Stealing From the Village
… and the New York State Police announced the arrest of Village of Candor Mayor Eric Halstead for stealing from the village’s … their positions will be brought to justice. The arrest of Mayor Halstead sends a strong message that we will not … and the New York State Police announced the arrest of Village of Candor Mayor Eric Halstead for stealing from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-village-candor-mayor-arrested-allegedly-stealing-villageDiNapoli: Former CFO of St. Johnsville Volunteer Ambulance Corp. Arrested for Stealing Over $26,000
… A former chief financial officer of the St. Johnsville Volunteer Ambulance Corp. today was charged … District Attorney Christina Pearson and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced. The … determined that Countryman wrote checks to herself from St. Johnsville Volunteer Ambulance Corp. company accounts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-former-cfo-st-johnsville-volunteer-ambulance-corp-arrested-stealing-over-26000