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Homeownership Rates in New York
… a home has long been described as “The American Dream.” In New York, that dream appears unattainable for a large share of the population: New York has the lowest homeownership rate among the states, … New York has long trailed the nation in homeownership rates …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/homeownership-rates-new-yorkHelping New York Families With the Cost of School Supplies: Is It Time to Go “Back to School” on Back-to-School?
Helping New York Families With the Cost of School Supplies: Is It Time to Go “Back to School” on Back-to-School?
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/0810snapshot.pdfDistribution of Utility Arrears in New York State
… impact of the devastating job losses incurred during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic is a significant … impact of the devastating job losses incurred during the early months of the COVID19 pandemic is a significant …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/distribution-utility-arrears-new-york-stateDiNapoli Report Highlights Regional Education Trends
… Valley had the highest median per-pupil spending rate at $26,636, while Western New York was lowest at $19,776. This … the region to appear to have higher state aid levels than is typical for most of the region's other districts. To read … that compare each region with the state as a whole, is available at: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/02/dinapoli-report-highlights-regional-education-trendsCUNY Bulletin No. CU-641
… All general deductions for employees whose Payroll Status is Terminated, Retired or Deceased will be automatically … will be included in the employee’s taxable gross and is subject to all employment and income taxes. Federal, State … check to the employee but the check has been returned and is undeliverable, the agency must complete form AC3340 , …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-641-cuny-retroactive-salary-rate-increases-plumbers-supervisorDiNapoli: NYC Projects $3 Billion Surplus for 2015, Balanced Budget Next Year
… New York City is projecting a surplus of $3 billion for fiscal year (FY) … Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “New York City’s budget is balanced for next year and the out-year budget gaps appear manageable,” DiNapoli said. “The city’s economy is strong and shows no signs of slowing. Still, Mayor de …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-nyc-projects-3-billion-surplus-2015-balanced-budget-next-yearRoosevelt Children’s Academy Charter School – Selected Financial Operations (2013M-254)
… January 31, 2013. Background The Roosevelt Charter School is located in Nassau County. Oversight of School operations is provided by the Board of Trustees which includes six … by-laws or policy. Of $31,630 in Board expenditures, $26,444 was not authorized. The School paid four vendors a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2014/01/10/roosevelt-childrens-academy-charter-school-selected-financial-operationsState Agencies Bulletin No. 795
… to inherent danger by virtue of unavoidable proximity to vehicular traffic within the highway rights-of-way. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/795-50000-lump-sum-payment-special-assignment-duty-pay-sad-certain-employeesOversight of Dam Safety
… other infrastructure systems, such as roads, bridges, and water systems. Dam failures are most likely to happen due to … dam owners’ and DEC’s responsibilities for several areas, such as permitting, construction, maintenance, … to DEC for review, including an Emergency Action Plan (Emergency Plan), Annual Certification, and Engineering …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/02/21/oversight-dam-safetyState Agencies Bulletin No. 1558
… to inherent danger by virtue of unavoidable proximity to vehicular traffic within the highway Rights-of-Way are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1558-2017-special-assignment-duty-pay-public-employees-federation-pefSaratoga County – Financial Condition (2013M-235)
… and has a population of approximately 220,000. The County is governed by the Board of Supervisors which comprises 23 … The County’s 2013 budget for Maplewood Manor Nursing Home is approximately $26 million, funded primarily by resident service revenue and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/10/04/saratoga-county-financial-condition-2013m-235DiNapoli: State Tax Revenues $3 Billion Below Last Year
… $7.8 billion, or 12.2 percent, lower than last year. This is primarily due to higher federal reimbursement for Medicaid … higher than last year at the same time. The higher balance is driven partly by receipts from short-term borrowing that … $1 billion of that borrowing; the remaining $3.4 billion is due by March. November Cash Report Find out how your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/12/dinapoli-state-tax-revenues-3-billion-below-last-yearAudit of the Tuition Assistance Program at Pratt Institute
… (Pratt), with campuses in Brooklyn and Manhattan, is a postsecondary institution offering courses in art, … 4,700 students, and tuition for full-time study is about $41,000 per year. TAP is an entitlement program … eligible for awards. Nonetheless, our tests did disclose 26 awards totaling $38,236 that school officials certified in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/05/16/audit-tuition-assistance-program-pratt-instituteDiNapoli: Troy's Proposed Bond Financing for Its Lead Pipe Replacement Program Is Lawful and Constitutional
… purposes. “Exposure to lead from water service pipes is a public health crisis that poses serious risks to New … and needs to be immediately addressed. Our legal opinion is that the City of Troy’s proposed bond issuance to address this public health threat is constitutional and authorized by State law,” DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-troys-proposed-bond-financing-its-lead-pipe-replacement-program-lawful-and-constitutionalDiNapoli: Uber Needs to Explain What It Is Doing to Protect Riders From Sexual Assault
… P. DiNapoli has filed a shareholder proposal , on behalf of The New York State Common Retirement Fund*, that calls on … publish a report explaining how it is addressing incidents of riders being sexually harassed and assaulted. “For Uber to … succeed, its users need to feel safe and not have a shred of doubt about using the service,” DiNapoli said. “The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/01/dinapoli-uber-needs-explain-what-it-doing-protect-riders-sexual-assaultDiNapoli: NYC Department of Education is Not Doing Enough to Prepare Students for Higher Education
… The NYC Department of Education (DOE) needs to step up its efforts to prepare … released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The audit examined whether public-school students completed … or trade school. The audit found a significant number of students did not graduate on time and were not prepared …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-nyc-department-education-not-doing-enough-prepare-students-higher-educationDiNapoli: City of Kingston Is Addressing Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Needs While Maintaining Fiscal Stability
… new incentives for affordable housing, facilitated adaptive reuse of existing buildings, and encouraged walkable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-city-kingston-addressing-infrastructure-and-affordable-housing-needs-while-maintainingBeekmantown Fire District No. 1 – Board Oversight (2025M-70)
… reports (AFRs). Understanding the Audit Area The Board is responsible for managing and controlling the District’s … in the other four reports by amounts ranging between $26 and $565.Also, the Board received one budget status report … supporting documentation (e.g., invoices or receipts). 26 disbursements (10 percent) totaling $10,569 included late …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2026/02/13/beekmantown-fire-district-no-1-board-oversight-2025m-70Town of Oyster Bay – Financial Condition and Selected Financial Operations (2013M-54)
… October 31, 2011. Background The Town of Oyster Bay is located in Nassau County and serves approximately 293,000 residents. The Town is governed by the Town Board which comprises the Town … were approximately $313 million. Key Findings The Town is experiencing fiscal stress due to a deteriorating …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/12/20/town-oyster-bay-financial-condition-and-selected-financial-operations-2013m-54Disposal of Electronic Devices
… contain any retrievable information. OGS' Surplus Unit does not accept any responsibility for clearing the data from … term papers. One of the seven hard drives was taken from a laptop computer, which should have required more stringent … the equipment for surplus. Ensure that all data on laptop computers is encrypted. Other Related Audits/Reports …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/04/disposal-electronic-devices