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DiNapoli: Weak Oversight Leads to Tax Breaks for Ineligible Properties
… programs receiving property tax exemptions of up to 80% for which they may be ineligible, according to an audit by … P. DiNapoli. “New York state offers a property tax break for landowners who commit to protect their private forest … submit and follow a DEC-approved forest management plan for their property to promote healthy forests and increase …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/dinapoli-weak-oversight-leads-tax-breaks-ineligible-propertiesOpinion 90-18
… at the time it was rendered. The opinion may no longer represent those views if, among other things, there … GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §103: There is no exception to the competitive bidding requirements of this section based … to the lowest responsible bidder after advertising for bids where so required by General Municipal Law, §103. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-18Area #3 – Computer Hardware, Software, and Data Inventories – Information Technology Governance
… should maintain detailed, up-to-date inventory records for all computer hardware, software and data. The information … name of the employee or other user to whom the equipment is assigned, if applicable; the physical location of the … a description of the computer(s) on which the software is installed and any pertinent licensing information. In …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-governance/area-3-computer-hardware-software-and-data-inventoriesState Agencies Bulletin No. 1801
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to inform agencies of an updated process for calculating New York City reportable wages for the 2019 … reports are posted weekly for agency review and action. It is the employee’s responsibility to file their New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1801-2019-new-york-city-reportable-wagesDivision of Housing and Community Renewal Bulletin No. DH-101
… a comprehensive Paid Family Leave policy. The law provides for a deduction from employee wages to fund the program. Paid … premium rate and the maximum weekly employee contribution for coverage will be 0.153% (0.00153) of an employee’s weekly … weekly wage amount, the maximum employee premium deduction for Paid Family Leave will be $107.97 per year. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/housing-and-community-renewal/dh-101-new-york-state-paid-family-leave-program-rentSeneca County Industrial Development Agency – Project Approval and Monitoring (2015M-207)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Agency’s processes for evaluating, awarding and … 1973 and is the sole IDA within the County. Its mission is to "advance the job opportunities and economic welfare of the … Key Findings The method of determining project benefits to be provided is not well-defined or required to be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/industrial-development-agency/2015/12/24/seneca-county-industrial-development-agency-projectOversight of Sex Offenders Subject to Strict and Intensive Supervision and Treatment (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Oversight of Sex Offenders Subject to Strict and Intensive Supervision and Treatment ( 2014-S-50 ). Background The Sex Offender Management and Treatment Act (Act) was enacted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/27/oversight-sex-offenders-subject-strict-and-intensive-supervision-and-treatment-followDrug and Alcohol Treatment Program – Provider Claiming of Depreciation Expenses (Follow-Up)
… and most diverse addiction treatment system. Its mission is to provide accessible, cost-effective, quality services … services. OASAS enters into agreements with providers for delivery of specific alcohol- and drug-related services. … via an annual Consolidated Fiscal Report (CFR), which is commonly used by several State agencies to monitor and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/09/05/drug-and-alcohol-treatment-program-provider-claiming-depreciation-expenses-followState Agencies Bulletin No. 1565
… Purpose To notify agencies (with the exception of the City University … Deductions) with an “as of date” of March 31, 2017 to identify employees who have maintenance deductions in each …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1565-change-maintenance-rates-employee-housing-and-mealsState Agencies Bulletin No. 1481
… University of New York) of increases in maintenance rates for employee housing and meals. Affected Employees Employees … have maintenance deductions in each agency. This report is now available for all agencies except SUNY. SUNY’s NBEN725 … deduction should be immediately end dated when an employee is no longer receiving employer provided maintenance. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/state-agencies/1481-change-maintenance-rates-employee-housing-and-mealsState Agencies Bulletin No. 1612
… The CLEFR amount will be reported on the employee’s Form W-2 in box 14 under code FRB . Payroll Register and … and the amount will appear on the employee’s paycheck or direct deposit advice statement. Communication to Affected Employees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1612-certification-licensure-and-exam-fee-reimbursement-clefr-2017Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… Palsy Association of the Rochester Area, Inc. Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual (2014-S-75) For the year … charged to special education programs that did not comply with SED’s requirements for reimbursement. Auditors also … in costs for consultant services that did not comply with bidding requirements. New York City Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsState Agencies Bulletin No. 1402
… Purpose To notify agencies (with the exception of the City University of New York) of increases in maintenance rates for employee housing and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1402-change-maintenance-rates-employee-housing-and-mealsState Agencies Bulletin No. 919
… Purpose To describe changes that are required to apply the proper … Affected Employees Employees receiving a retroactive pay increase for military stipend Effective Date(s) August … OSC will identify employees receiving that payment who have a FICA status on Job Data that is inconsistent with the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/919-taxation-retroactive-raise-payments-employees-receiving-military-stipendProgram Oversight and Monitoring of the Maximus Contract for the New York State of Health (Insurance Marketplace) Customer Service Center
… To determine whether the Department of Health (Department) is providing sufficient oversight to ensure that Maximus is implementing the contract deliverables and meeting … as the New York State of Health, to help New Yorkers shop for and enroll in health insurance coverage. Since 2010, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/06/16/program-oversight-and-monitoring-maximus-contract-new-york-state-health-insuranceWage Theft Investigations (Follow-Up)
… implementation of the seven recommendations made in our initial report, Wage Theft Investigations (2013-S-38). … As of August 2013, the Department had a caseload of 17,191 cases, including 9,331 active investigations and 7,860 cases … to accounts in arrears. Other Related Audits/Reports of Interest Department of Labor: Assessment and Collection of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/05/22/wage-theft-investigations-followTuition Assistance Program – College of Westchester
… offers programs in business, computer, digital media, and health fields. Tuition for full-time students is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/06/30/tuition-assistance-program-college-westchesterLakeland Fire District – Travel and Conference Costs (2013M-145)
… Update the travel and conference policy and monitor compliance. Review the questionable travel payments …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/08/23/lakeland-fire-district-travel-and-conference-costs-2013m-145State Agencies Bulletin No. 1657
… Purpose To inform agencies of the change to federal tax withholding and the potential impact of the change as a result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) … passed changing many areas of the tax law. A significant change was made to the components used to calculate federal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1657-federal-withholding-change-tax-year-2018Security Over Critical Information Systems
… information and student records. The Department is responsible for safeguarding its data and for ensuring the … critical information systems and associated data, there is a risk that unauthorized persons could access these …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/07/19/security-over-critical-information-systems