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Opinion 90-33
… the power to appoint to another village officer or employee. September 4, 1990 Jack L. Libert, Esq., Deputy …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-33DiNapoli Op-Ed: New York Should Opt Into Public Financing of Elections
… of the hardest decisions of my career: Should I opt into a public financing program for the Comptroller’s race or not? … the State Comptroller’s office. But now I was faced with a deeply flawed pilot program that had been rushed into law … In this era of extreme voter cynicism brought on by a seemingly endless series of corruption scandals, it’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/dinapoli-op-ed-new-york-should-opt-public-financing-electionsState Agencies Bulletin No. 303
… Officers and Police Benevolent Association are eligible for this new code. Effective Date(s) Institution checks dated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/303-nyscopba-cancer-insurance-aflac-deduction-code-322State Agencies Bulletin No. 273
… removed from the payroll. In these cases the agency must end date the deduction. Questions Employees' questions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/273-nyscopba-legal-plan-deduction-code-372Lyme Central School District – Financial Management (2024M-87)
… fund balance to close projected budget gaps totaling $1.6 million for the 2020- 21 through 2022-23 fiscal years; … 16 to 19 percent of the upcoming year’s budget, which was $1.0 million to $1.4 million over the 4 percent statutory limit. Did not have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2024/10/25/lyme-central-school-district-financial-management-2024m-87DiNapoli: More School Districts Take Initial Steps to Exceed Tax Cap
… The percentage of school districts initially planning to override New York’s property tax cap in 2016-17 has nearly doubled when compared to last year, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-more-school-districts-take-initial-steps-exceed-tax-capComptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… some cases, the health and safety of children were placed at risk. State Education Department: Whispering Pines … home-based services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children in nine counties, claimed $146,972 in ineligible … and structural risks related to physical plant standards at health care facilities are appropriately addressed. DOH’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-audits-0Comptroller DiNapoli, A.G. Schneiderman & DOI Commissioner Peters Announce The Sentence of Non-Profit Executive In Theft Scheme
… exposed the theft of approximately $300,000 in public funds provided by New York State, the New York City Council, … sentence sends a clear message: if you use taxpayer funds to line your own pocket, you will face serious … that City-funded organizations are misusing public funds and ensure that anyone who abuses their position or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-doi-commissioner-peters-announce-sentence-non-profit-executiveAccounts Payable Advisory No. 61
… cases, an agency may request that BSE expedite our review and approval of vouchers to create a payment sooner than the … be able to demonstrate to BSE that expediting the review and approval of vouchers will provide a significant, material … but are not limited to, emergencies (e.g., public health and safety), vendor cash flow concerns, or Prompt Payment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/61-expedite-requestsState Agencies Bulletin No. 259
… Units 06, 13, 18, 34, 40, 46, 52, 66, 76, 77, 86, and 96 are now eligible. Previously, only Bargaining Unit SY … for this deduction. Effective Date Immediately OSC Actions The insurance company, Future Planning Associates, will send OSC a file to start and/or cancel the deduction. Agency Actions No action is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/259-universal-life-insurance-deduction-code-378Services to Workers Under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (Follow-Up)
… as at least 90 days' advance notice (Notice)—of a mass layoff, relocation, or employment loss, with some … workforce training programs. Employers must also file a Notice with DOL, which prompts DOL staff to offer Rapid … days prior to the event and are not exempt may be liable for back pay and the value of any benefits that laid-off …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/02/10/services-workers-under-worker-adjustment-and-retraining-notification-act-followHomeless Outreach Program at Penn Station, Grand Central, and Outlying Stations Within New York City
… largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning … has contracted with Bowery Residents’ Committee (BRC), a non- profit provider of homeless housing and services, for … the office. The homeless outreach data BRC reported was not accurate or complete, and the MTA does not have a process …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/07/23/homeless-outreach-program-penn-station-grand-central-and-outlying-stations-within-new-yorkOversight of Provider Consolidated Fiscal Reports – Independent Living, Inc.
… and not-for-profit providers (providers) that assist New Yorkers with their mental health needs. OMH provides …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/02/oversight-provider-consolidated-fiscal-reports-independent-living-incApplication Review and Site Permitting for Major Renewable Energy Projects
… Under the Climate Act, the Public Service Commission (PSC) was required to establish a renewable energy program by … secured by load-serving entities (entities subject to PSC jurisdiction that secure energy to serve the end-use … filed prior to April 2020 were allowed to transfer their project applications to ORES for review. ORES has 60 days to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/04/24/application-review-and-site-permitting-major-renewable-energy-projectsOversight of New York State Forest Tax Programs (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the two … under the former program; these landowners have been benefiting from local tax reductions – and lesser … or localities. In most cases, the Department was not aware which properties were enrolled in the 480 Program. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/12/05/oversight-new-york-state-forest-tax-programs-followAnnual Audit
… totaling nearly $720 million for four sole custody funds in 2017 – the Uninsured Employers Fund, the Special Fund for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/07/26/annual-auditFine Fire District – Board Oversight (2023M-81)
… records. Hold required public hearings on the proposed 2022 and 2023 budgets or formally adopt the budgets, as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2023/10/27/fine-fire-district-board-oversight-2023m-81DiNapoli Calls for State Procurement Reform
… the state from using state-affiliated not-for-profits to do state business, makes procurement requirements uniform, … authorities can adopt their own internal guidelines and do not have to follow state agency requirements clearly set …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-calls-state-procurement-reformIX.12.M Journal Vouchers – IX. Federal Grants
… Generally, journal voucher payments are used to: Reimburse service-providing state agencies for goods or services rendered to, or on behalf of the first state agency; or Reimburse a … are considered interest neutral. Agencies are required to make every effort to properly allocate state voucher …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix12m-journal-vouchersOversight of Persons Convicted of Driving While Intoxicated
… the period August 15, 2010 to May 19, 2015. Background In New York, Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a serious … 15, 2010 must install an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) in any vehicle they own or operate. In addition, the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) adds an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/10/07/oversight-persons-convicted-driving-while-intoxicated