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Examination of Pitts Management Associates (PMA)
… (RAP) under contracts CM00939 and TQ00002. The objective of our examination was to determine whether PMA’s … whether deliverables are in compliance with contract terms prior to certifying the work was completed. Safeguard … such as monetary retainage, until the contractor meets the terms and conditions. Review the clinical guarantees that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/02/14/examination-pitts-management-associates-pmaRockland County – Budget Review (B6-13-6)
… and expenditure projections in the County’s adopted budget for the 2013 fiscal year are reasonable. Background Rockland … deficit. Specifically, the 2013 budget lacks provisions for decreasing the general fund deficits. The County could … them, if necessary. Discontinue to practice of relying on non-recurring revenue for operating expenditures. Closely …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/04/16/rockland-county-budget-review-b6-13-6Former Head of Niagara Falls Housing Authority Pleads Guilty to Stealing Government Funds; Son and Daughter-in-Law Also Convicted
… U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. announced today that Stephanie W. Cowart, 58, of Grand Island, NY, … US Attorney James P Kennedy Jr announced today that Stephanie W Cowart 58 of Grand Island NY pleaded …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/former-head-niagara-falls-housing-authority-pleads-guilty-stealing-government-funds-son-and-daughterDiNapoli: Fix Delays With Child Support Payments
… million at the end of federal fiscal year 2016, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … York's child support program, has made some improvements to the way funds are distributed, DiNapoli's auditors … This is a persistent problem in New York that needs to be fixed," said DiNapoli. "These delays hurt the families …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-fix-delays-child-support-paymentsOpinion 2003-7
… opinion. PARKS AND RECREATION -- Moneys in Lieu of Park Land (use of for preliminary costs and feasibility studies) … feasibility studies) TOWN LAW §277(4): Moneys, in lieu of land for park, playground and other recreational purposes, … to, and necessary to proceed with, an improvement to park land. Such moneys also may be expended to undertake a study …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2003-7Opinion 2007-5
… funds for the purpose of financing all or part of the cost of (1) the "construction, reconstruction or acquisition" of a specific or type of "capital improvement," or (2) the acquisition of a specific item or type of “equipment” …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2007-5Former Treasurer of Patterson Volunteer Fire Department Pleads Guilty To Fraud and Tax Charges Arising From His Embezzlement of More Than $1.1 Million
Albert Melin the former treasurer of the Patterson Fire Department in Patterson PFD New York pled guilty today to wire fraud and false subscription to tax returns before Magistrate Judge Judith C McCarthy in connection with his embezzlement of more than $11 million from the PFD
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/former-treasurer-patterson-volunteer-fire-department-pleads-guilty-fraud-and-tax-charges-arising-hisDiNapoli: Audit Finds OMH Needs To Improve Oversight of Supportive Housing Providers To Ensure Safety and Well-Being of Vulnerable New Yorkers
… the needs of all the vulnerable New Yorkers it was created to serve, according to a new audit released today by New York State Comptroller … Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative was created to improve the availability of supportive and affordable … the needs of all the vulnerable New Yorkers it was created to serve according to a new audit released today by New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-audit-finds-omh-needs-improve-oversight-supportive-housing-providers-ensure-safety-and-wellBorrowing Against Your Contributions – State Police Plan
… If you meet eligibility requirements, you may take a loan from … are fully insured in case you die before repaying them. How Much You Can Borrow The minimum loan is $25. The maximum … could result in significant tax consequences for you. You do not make the required payments on your loan at least once …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1518/borrowing-against-your-contributions-0DiNapoli: Audits Find $70 Million in Dubious Claims, Persistent Medicaid Billing System Failures
… today released two audits revealing more than $70 million in questionable Medicaid claims and payments. DiNapoli’s … and recover any overpayments as soon as possible.” In the first audit , the Department of Health (DOH) made as much as $39.6 million in Medicaid overpayments through a reimbursement method …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-audits-find-70-million-dubious-claims-persistent-medicaid-billing-system-failuresDiNapoli & Schneiderman Announce Sentencing of Former MET Council Insurance Broker
… to Met Council. In February 2015, Solomon Ross and William Lieber , former insurance brokers for Met Council, were each …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/dinapoli-schneiderman-announce-sentencing-former-met-council-insurance-brokerDiNapoli: Capital Planning Problems Persist at NYRA
… Problems with capital planning remain for the New York Racing … (totaling $54.1 million) to the state and provided NYRA with funds to pay off $80 million in non-state debt and $25 … Racetrack. According to NYRA’s Franchise Agreement with New York State, some of the revenue from this facility …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/10/dinapoli-capital-planning-problems-persist-nyraEnforcement of the Mitchell-Lama Surcharge Provisions
… of 50 percent, to the monthly rent or carrying charge. Payment of surcharges is a legal obligation. It is important …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/04/10/enforcement-mitchell-lama-surcharge-provisionsDiNapoli: Fiscal Stress May be Looming for Glens Falls
… percent annually, higher than the 3.3 percent growth for all cities in the state. By comparison, the city’s revenues … city’s revenues, lower than the average of 18 percent for all cities in the state; Taxable full value of property in … 2003 to 2013, surpassing the 33 percent total growth for all cities; and The median home value in Glens Falls is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/dinapoli-fiscal-stress-may-be-looming-glens-fallsFinancial Condition and Selected Expenses
… New York Racing Association, Inc.’s financial condition and selected expenses. Our audit covers the period January 1, … thoroughbred racetracks: Aqueduct Racetrack, Belmont Park, and Saratoga Race Course. NYRA’s annual on-track attendance approximates 1.8 million people, and annual allsource wagering on NYRA races (e.g., on-track, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/06/10/financial-condition-and-selected-expensesTown of Wilson –Purchasing (2014M-077)
… not include evidence that the bid process was consistent with GML’s competitive bidding requirements and he did not … and adopt revisions as needed. Monitor for compliance with the adopted procurement policy during its audit of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2014/07/25/town-wilson-purchasing-2014m-077Town of Covington – Town Supervisor (2013M-371)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Supervisor’s financial records and reports for the period … The purpose of our audit was to review the Supervisors …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2014/03/07/town-covington-town-supervisor-2013m-371Town of Lewis – Highway Purchases (2014M-103)
… documentation, and the Board authorized a claim for prepayment of materials to be received in the following year. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2014/06/06/town-lewis-highway-purchases-2014m-103Maximus, Inc.
… Purpose PMA claimed it saved Downstate $138 million during the period December 1, 2012 through November 30, 2014 through … Action Plan (RAP) under contracts CM00939 and TQ00002. The objective of our examination was to determine whether PMA’s implementation of the RAP achieved the claimed savings. Background DOH added …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/23/maximus-incPanama Central School District – Financial Management (2016M-271)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the District’s financial … The Panama Central School District is located in the Towns of Busti, Harmony, North Harmony and Sherman in Chautauqua …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/12/02/panama-central-school-district-financial-management-2016m-271