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New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on the Passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
… "Tonight our nation mourns the passing of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. "She was a champion for justice, one of the brightest legal minds in American History and a passionate defender of the U.S. Constitution. She was a trailblazer for women and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/09/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-passing-ruth-bader-ginsburgStatement from New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli on President Trump's Budget Proposal
… most vulnerable among us. The budget, while cutting taxes for the wealthiest Americans, would decimate vital programs … rely on. His proposal also creates real consequences for the state budget, putting New York's taxpayers on the hook for billions of dollars in eliminated federal funding." Here …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/05/statement-new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-president-trumps-budget-proposalVendRep System Guide for Office of the State Comptroller Bureau of Contracts Users
… a questionnaire Review contract data VendRep System Online Help contains the instructional guidance and … assigned when the user is created by an Authorizer in OSC Online Services. Thereafter, roles may be added or removed as … their assigned VendRep roles. General Help VendRep System Online Help. Feedback Submit comments, suggestions and ideas …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/contracts/vendrep-system-guide-office-state-comptroller-bureau-contracts-usersOversight of Hazardous Materials and Waste
… if SUNY institutions have developed adequate controls to effectively safeguard campus communities against hazardous … if SUNY institutions have developed adequate controls to effectively safeguard campus communities against hazardous …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/03/oversight-hazardous-materials-and-wasteOversight of Hotels and Motels Used for Homeless and Mixed-Use Temporary Residency
… hotels and motels are the only option as there are no formal shelters. Of the 57 counties outside of NYC, 24 (42 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/06/27/oversight-hotels-and-motels-used-homeless-and-mixed-use-temporary-residencyDiNapoli: As Drug Overdoses Climbed the State Failed to Inspect Residential Drug Treatment Programs
… over the past 18 months has created an overwhelming need for addiction treatment and recovery services. The Office of … the front line in addressing this crisis and responsible for providing, certifying and inspecting vital addiction services for more than 680,000 New Yorkers each year. Residential …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/dinapoli-drug-overdoses-climbed-state-failed-inspect-residential-drug-treatment-programsReimbursement of Homeless Shelter Providers – Rescue Mission Alliance of Syracuse
… the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development point-in-time count for New York State, for a specific day in January, homeless individuals numbered 92,091 for 2019, … year (CY) 2020, Local Districts submitted $2.1 billion in gross claims, with claims of $1.6 billion for CY 2017, $2 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/10/26/reimbursement-homeless-shelter-providers-rescue-mission-alliance-syracuseHauppauge Fire District – Mandatory Training and Procurement (2014M-375)
… mandatory training required by New York State Town Law. The District did not always use competitive methods when … made in accordance with New York State General Municipal Law and the District’s procurement policy. Enter into written …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2015/04/03/hauppauge-fire-district-mandatory-training-and-procurement-2014m-375Niagara County – Consumer Protection: Accuracy of Weights and Measures (S9-24-6)
… testing of all weighing and measuring devices used to price goods and whether complete records were maintained. … not inspected as required. There was no system in place to maintain a complete and accurate master list of businesses … testing of all weighing and measuring devices used to price goods and whether complete records were maintained …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2024/09/03/niagara-county-consumer-protection-accuracy-weights-and-measures-s9-24-6Nassau County – Consumer Protection: Accuracy of Weights and Measures (S9-24-9)
… 16 of the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law (AML).In addition, although the Division had a price accuracy … were not inspected as required. There was no system in place to maintain a complete and accurate master list of … of devices. Key Recommendations Perform required testing in accordance with New York State Department of Agriculture …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2024/09/03/nassau-county-consumer-protection-accuracy-weights-and-measures-s9-24-9Washington County – Consumer Protection: Accuracy of Weights and Measures (S9-24-4)
… testing of all weighing and measuring devices used to price goods and whether complete records were maintained. … not inspected as required. There was no system in place to maintain a complete and accurate master list of businesses … officials agreed with our findings and indicated they plan to initiate corrective action. … Determine whether the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2024/09/03/washington-county-consumer-protection-accuracy-weights-and-measures-s9-24-4Madison County – Consumer Protections: Accuracy of Weights and Measures (S9-24-8)
… testing of all weighing and measuring devices used to price goods and whether complete records were maintained. … as required. There was no reliable system in place to maintain a complete and accurate master list of businesses … testing of all weighing and measuring devices used to price goods and whether complete records were maintained …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2024/09/03/madison-county-consumer-protections-accuracy-weights-and-measures-s9-24-8Village of Catskill – Accounting Records and Reports (2024M-66)
… records. Comply with New York State General Municipal Law Section 30 by filing all required Annual Financial … Treasurer’s Records, as required by New York State Village Law 4-408 (e). Key Recommendations Maintain proper financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2024/09/27/village-catskill-accounting-records-and-reports-2024m-66Port Washington Union Free School District – Payroll (2025M-38)
… of the District’s total expenditures of $187.3 million for the same period. The District paid 239 clerical, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/06/27/port-washington-union-free-school-district-payroll-2025m-38Oversight of Public Water Systems
… Purpose To determine whether the Department of Health (Department) is providing effective oversight of the State’s public water systems to ensure water is … water system (PWS) supervision program under the authority of the 1974 Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Under SDWA, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/09/24/oversight-public-water-systemsDiNapoli Audit: State Oversight of Animal Shelters Found to Be Adequate, But Better Safeguards Needed Before Dogs Are Euthanized
… The state Department of Agriculture and Markets is generally doing well to ensure animal shelters across New York are providing safe conditions and proper care for seized dogs, but officials could do more … Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapoli-audit-state-oversight-animal-shelters-found-be-adequate-better-safeguards-needed-dogs-areInternal Control System Components
… a complete internal control review program, the Department does not have appropriate assurance that unit managers are … corrective action plans if controls fail. The Department does not provide adequate training to unit managers about …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/03/17/internal-control-system-componentsHomeless Housing and Assistance Program – Project Selection and Maintenance
… delays ranging from one to nine months. HHAC requires all project providers to submit detailed annual reports. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/01/10/homeless-housing-and-assistance-program-project-selection-and-maintenanceHealth Information Management Department – Selected Procurement and Human Resources Practices
… Purpose To determine if the Health Information Management Department at Stony Brook … rights, and hiring and promotion practices. The Hospital’s Health Information Management Department (Department) is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/09/16/health-information-management-department-selected-procurement-and-human-resources-practicesBenefits Advisement Services for Individuals With Disabilities Seeking Employment (Follow-Up)
… partnership with other State agencies, with developing a life coaching network available to all individuals with … an interactive benefits advisement calculator, automated life coaching communications, and information regarding …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/06/22/benefits-advisement-services-individuals-disabilities-seeking-employment-follow