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55b/c Opportunities for Wartime Veterans and Individuals With Disabilities

… have a competitive edge to recruit the best and brightest. New York State’s 55b/c programs are specialized, coordinated … exam to increase their employment opportunities with New York State. Candidates must meet the minimum … or physical ability test. For more information on New York's 55b/c programs and the application process, visit …

DiNapoli Releases Fiscal Stress Scores for Villages and Some Cities

… decisions, but we are seeing an increasing number that do not,” DiNapoli said. “When a local government fails to …

IX.3 Establish & Maintain Federal Grants in SFS for Non-Onboarding Agencies – IX. Federal Grants

United HealthCare – Overpayments for Services Provided by Dr. John Gomes

… The Empire Plan is the primary health benefits plan for NYSHIP. The New York State Department of Civil Service … contracts with United to process and pay medical claims for services provided to Empire Plan members. United … providers” directly based on claims they submit for the services rendered. Members pay a nominal co-payment …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for July 2015

… 2027. New York State Thruway Authority $10.3 million with Callanan Industries Inc. for mill and inlay safety …

Crossroads Center for Children – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual

… To determine whether the costs reported by Crossroads Center for Children, (Crossroads) on its Consolidated Fiscal Report … with SED to obtain clarification as needed. Other Related Audits/Reports of Interest State Education …

League for the Handicapped – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual

… To determine whether the costs reported by the League for the Handicapped (LFH) on its Consolidated Fiscal Report … the fiscal year ended June 30, 2014. Background LFH, a not-for-profit organization located in Springville, New York, is … that LFH reports to SED on its annual CFR. To be eligible for reimbursement, reported costs must comply with the …

DiNapoli: Town of Cohocton Clerk Arrested for Stealing Public Funds

… as cash for building permits and dog licenses, over a six-year period. Riley was arraigned in Village of Bath court and … is due back on September 15.  “This is another troubling case of a local official abusing her position to steal … Comptroller’s audit is expected to be finalized later this year.  DiNapoli encourages the public to help fight fraud and …

Center for Disability Services – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual

… To determine whether the costs reported by the Center for Disability Services (CFDS) on its Consolidated Fiscal … December 31, 2013. Background CFDS is an SED-approved not-for-profit special education provider located in Albany, New … the ages of three and five years. CFDS is reimbursed for preschool special education program services through …

Overpayments of Hospitals’ Claims for Lengthy Acute Care Admissions (Follow-Up)

… Purpose To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations made in our audit report, Overpayments of Hospitals’ Claims for Lengthy Acute Care Admissions …

Annual Assessment of Market Orders for 2012, 2013, and 2014

… and Markets (Department) has adequate procedures in place to accurately report its assessable expenses related …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for February 2017

… of Erie County; and $2.2 million to Mediation Matters, Inc. $292.4 million for 50 Judiciary Civil Legal Services … Associates, Inc.; $1.5 million with Upstate Electrical, LLC; and $1.3 million with S&O Construction Services. $1.8 … Department of Motor Vehicles $808,000 to CBN Secure Technologies Inc. for the production of driver's license and …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for February 2016

… the Patroon Island Bridge on I-90 in Albany. $833,000 to DA Collins Construction Co., Inc. to rehabilitate the South …

DiNapoli: Fairport Audits Reveal Unauthorized Practices for Economic Development Agencies

… accounts, and combined and inaccurate accounting records for the FIDA, the FURA and the Village of Fairport Local Development Company (FLDC) – three entities which have … to take over the FIDA’s unauthorized revolving loan fund. In May 2013, the FIDA transferred the value of seven …

Brighter Choice Charter School for Girls – Financial Operations (2013M-321)

… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the effectiveness of the School’s compact … that the Foundation will provide the School with access to legal and financial assistance, technical support and … fee for these services is 1 percent of per pupil revenue from the prior academic year. On January 31, 2013, the Board …

DiNapoli: Weak Oversight Leads to Tax Breaks for Ineligible Properties

… in two private forest conservation programs receiving property tax exemptions of up to 80% for which they may be … some property owners are not living up to their end of the agreement,” DiNapoli said. “This audit raises questions about … are achieving their goal to improve private forest management. The tax benefits received are worth hundreds of …

DiNapoli: Former Treasurer Arrested for Stealing From Essex County Fair

… has been arrested for allegedly stealing more than $60,000 in funds from the organization which operates the Essex … whose mission is to encourage and promote agriculture in young children and adults through the Essex County Fair. … consequences of her abhorrent actions,” DiNapoli said. “My thanks to Franklin County District Attorney Carriero and …

DiNapoli Announces Reduction in Employer Contribution Rates for Retirement System

… both of its systems – the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) and Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS). The … that have a fiscal year end date of June 30, 2021 and many have already announced intentions to lower their assumed … is the third largest public pension fund in the United States with estimated assets of $268.3 billion as of June 30, …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for December 2015

… and $1.1 billion to Affinity Health Plan. Interest on Lawyer Account Fund of NYS $31.2 million for 43 contracts for …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for May 2015

… for three revenue contracts of $25,667 each to Info Link Technologies, Statistical Surveys Inc., and Verihull LLC for the sale of boat title and registration data.  Office … Development $471,000 to New York City Industrial & Technology Assistance Corp. and $185,000 to Hudson Valley …