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Town of Big Flats – Financial Management (2013M-170)

… January 1, 2010, to May 1, 2013. Background The Town of Big Flats is located in Chemung County and has a population … Town of Big Flats Financial Management 2013M170 …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/11/15/town-big-flats-financial-management-2013m-170

Town of German Flatts – Fiscal Stress (2015M-217)

… of our audit was to review the Town’s financial condition for the period January 1, 2014 through May 31, 2015. … by a five-member Town Board. Budgeted appropriations for 2015 are approximately $2.3 million. Key Findings The … that budgeted appropriations and estimates of revenues for individual accounts are realistic. Adopt a policy setting …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2015/11/20/town-german-flatts-fiscal-stress-2015m-217

Town of Exeter – Records and Reports (2015M-23)

… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the Town’s financial operations … 1, 2013 through September 4, 2014. Background The Town of Exeter is located in Otsego County and has a population of … The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the Towns financial operations …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2015/08/07/town-exeter-records-and-reports-2015m-23

DiNapoli: NYC Budget Faces Uncertainty Without More Federal Relief

… if the federal government does not deliver direct aid to state and local governments soon, according to a budget analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “The city’s budget this … DiNapoli said. “Senator Schumer and the New York state congressional delegation deserve praise for passing a …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/12/dinapoli-nyc-budget-faces-uncertainty-without-more-federal-relief

DiNapoli: Audit Reveals Issues Behind Broome County's Fiscal Stress

… fund balance (excluding appropriated fund balance) were one of the lowest in the state with only 2.7 percent of gross … Other findings in the audit include: Broome County is one of only seven counties in the state that have issued … subsidies from the general fund, including: the airport, two entertainment venues, the nursing home and the public …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-audit-reveals-issues-behind-broome-countys-fiscal-stress

Selected Performance Measures

… whether the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) constituent agencies’ performance measurements are … In addition, we sought to determine whether the MTA uses relevant metrics to measure its performance. The … January 1, 2015 and August 22, 2018. About the Program The MTA is a public benefit corporation chartered by the New York …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/06/selected-performance-measures

Fare Collection

… service divided into eight fare zones. Two main types of tickets are offered: commutation (unlimited weekly and … weekdays, all day on weekends, and on some holidays. LIRR tickets can be purchased in either hard copy or electronic form. One-way trips range from $1.50 to $29.25. Tickets can be purchased prior to boarding or, for an …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/11/19/fare-collection

DiNapoli: New York's Drinking Water Infrastructure Needs Fixing

… New York's water systems may require nearly $40 billion in repairs and … by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Many drinking water systems in New York are over 100 years old and … life," DiNapoli said. "Too many places are dealing with water main breaks, leaks, contaminated drinking water and …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/02/dinapoli-new-yorks-drinking-water-infrastructure-needs-fixing

DiNapoli: IDA Audits Reveal Need For Improved Project Oversight

… Industrial Development Agencies (IDAs) in Niagara , Tompkins and Wyoming counties failed to … said DiNapoli. “IDAs are leveraging tax breaks in exchange for long-term jobs and future revenue for their communities, but without adequate safeguards in place the effectiveness of these efforts cannot be …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-ida-audits-reveal-need-improved-project-oversight

DiNapoli: Heroin, Opioid Overdose Death Rates Rose Faster in New York Than in Most States

… the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics. This number represents a jump … Budget provides additional funding of $25 million to help localities develop, expand and/or operate treatment, … state-funded treatment facility expected to open in 2017 near Plattsburgh will bring detoxification and outpatient …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-heroin-opioid-overdose-death-rates-rose-faster-new-york-most-states

Unified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-171

… of the update incumbent process. Beginning on June 15, 2011, when information is entered on the Position Data … will be updated on Job Data if the Update Incumbents box on the Specific Information tab is checked and the … in Position Management and the Update Incumbents box is checked but the prior row has the box unchecked, the …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-171-changes-position-management-update-incumbent-process-unified

DiNapoli: Amid Federal Funding Uncertainty, State Must Focus on Programs To Aid Seniors

… Thomas P. DiNapoli finds that even as state funding for senior services has increased, thousands remain on … behind or where. “New York has an obligation to support seniors who need and qualify for in-home, meal or other … 5.5 million by 2030. Nearly 70% of adults over 65 are expected to need some form of long-term care during …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/08/dinapoli-amid-federal-funding-uncertainty-state-must-focus-programs-aid-seniors

State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits

… disable 34 unneeded network user accounts that had last login dates ranging from July 2021 to July 2023. Officials … and adopt a written policy related to fund balance and reserves. For example, the board and district officials …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits

State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits

… by the board. Wayland-Cohocton Central School District – Building Access Accounts and Badges (Steuben County) District officials did not properly manage and monitor building access accounts or badges used to access buildings. … identifying who is responsible for managing and monitoring building access accounts. Although auditors determined that …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-1

EMC 2026 Letter of Support - New America Alliance

A letter of support from the New America Alliance.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/common-retirement-fund/emerging-manager/pdf/naa-letter-of-support.pdf

Town of Sheridan – Shared Services Costs (2023M-74)

Determine whether the Town of Sheridan (Town) was reimbursed equitably for shared service costs incurred pursuant to an intermunicipal agreement (IMA) and whether the Board conveyed land in a transparent and equitable manner.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2023/pdf/sheridan-town-2023-74.pdf

Village of Wappingers Falls – Board Oversight (2023M-70)

Determine whether the Village of Wappingers Falls (Village) Board of Trustees (Board) provided adequate oversight over financial operations and capital projects.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2023/pdf/wappingers-falls-village-2023-70.pdf

Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process

This session will assist local officials in learning how to establish an effective and efficient claims processing system. A well-designed system ensures proper use of municipal resources, provides local officials with useful information and complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/improving-effectiveness-claims-processing-020724.pdf