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Niagara Wheatfield Central School District - Niagara Power Coalition and Native American Revenues (2019M-227)
… whether District officials properly managed and accounted for Niagara Power Coalition and Native American revenues. Key Findings District officials did not properly account for Niagara Power Coalition revenues; $4.2 million was … was not properly approved. Key Recommendations Account for Niagara Power Coalition revenues in a special revenue …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2020/02/21/niagara-wheatfield-central-school-district-niagara-power-coalition-andSex Offender Registration - Mount Vernon City Police Department (S9-14-20)
Determine if local law enforcement agencies (Departments) took action to help enforce the State’s Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA) for the period January 1, 2008 through January 22, 2014.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2014/pdf/mount-vernon-city-police-s9-14-20.pdfSex Offender Registration - St. Lawrence County Sheriff Office (S9-14-25)
Determine if local law enforcement agencies (Departments) took action to help enforce the State’s Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA) for the period January 1, 2008 through January 22, 2014.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2014/pdf/st-lawrence-county-sheriff-s9-14-25.pdfDiNapoli Audit Finds Lapses in Treatment Under Kendra's Law
… The state’s Office of Mental Health (OMH) needs to do a better job of overseeing … of Kendra’s Law at a time when we’re facing a serious mental health crisis.” Kendra’s Law was enacted in 1999 to … OMH, its five regional field offices, and local mental health authorities around the state jointly administer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-audit-finds-lapses-treatment-under-kendras-lawIdentifying, Reporting, and Providing Services for Youth at Risk of Sexual Human Trafficking in New York City (2021-N-2) 180-Day Response
To determine if the New York City Administration for Children’s Services and the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development identify, report on, and provide services for victims of child sex trafficking and those at risk of child sex trafficking.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21n2-response1.pdfIdentifying, Reporting, and Providing Services for Youth at Risk of Sexual Human Trafficking in New York City (2021-N-2)
To determine if the New York City Administration for Children’s Services and the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development identify, report on, and provide services for victims of child sex trafficking and those at risk of child sex trafficking.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21n2.pdfOversight of Kendra’s Law
… Objective To determine whether the Office of Mental Health (OMH) is effectively monitoring Assisted … (AOT) to provide reasonable assurance that existing and potential AOT recipients receive their court-ordered … To determine whether the Office of Mental Health OMH is effectively monitoring …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/02/08/oversight-kendras-lawApproved State Contracts and Payments
… million. More information on these contracts and payments is available at www.openbooknewyork.com . Major Contracts … $1.6 million to United Way of New York City for the Hunger Prevention & Nutrition Program. $1.4 million to … City. $1.2 million to Food Bank for New York City for the Hunger Prevention & Nutrition Program. Department of Homeland …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/01/approved-state-contracts-and-paymentsIdentifying, Reporting, and Providing Services for Youth at Risk of Sexual Human Trafficking in New York City (2021-N-2) 180-Day Response
To determine if the New York City Administration for Children’s Services and the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development identify, report on, and provide services for victims of child sex trafficking and those at risk of child sex trafficking. The audit covered the period from Ja
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-21n2-response2.pdfNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Calls on Corporate America To Address Lack of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
… corporations and their top executives accountable for their diversity, equity and inclusion policies and … companies that refuse to embed diversity in their search for new board directors. “Companies must root out racial … belonging are better positioned to drive long-term value for shareholders. In 2020, the Fund updated its Proxy Voting …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-calls-corporate-america-address-lack-diversity-equity-inclusionSome NY Schools Not Reporting Bullying or Harassment
… but four years later, many schools remain unsure of what to do and make serious errors in reporting incidents of … Education Department agrees with our recommendations and is taking steps to help school officials improve their … in ending bullying in schools." “No matter who you are, what you look like or where you come from, we all deserve …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/some-ny-schools-not-reporting-bullying-or-harassmentDiNapoli: Corporate America Must Show Progress on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
… Fund’s (Fund) efforts to increase corporate accountability for progress on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) issues. … to ensure racial equity while holding them accountable for failing to ensure DEI throughout all levels of their … and data disclosure related to DEI is a priority for the Fund’s corporate governance engagement. Numerous …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/dinapoli-corporate-america-must-show-progress-diversity-equity-inclusionOversight of Sex Offenders Subject to Strict and Intensive Supervision and Treatment (2014-S-50)
To determine whether the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (Department) is adequately monitoring and enforcing conditions of Strict and Intens
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/SGA-2014-14s50.pdfOversight of Sex Offenders Subject to Strict and Intensive Supervision and Treatment (Follow-Up) (2018-F-21)
To determine the extent of implementation of the five recommendations included in our initial audit report, Oversight of Sex Offenders Subject to Strict and Int
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2019-18f21.pdfOversight of Sex Offenders Subject to Strict and Intensive Supervision and Treatment (2014-S-50), 90-Day Response
To determine whether the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (Department) is adequately monitoring and enforcing conditions of Strict and Intens
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2014-14s50-response.pdfThe Concerning Growth of Hate Crime in New York State
… Introduction New York State has seen a concerning surge in reported hate … with the number of incidents increasing by 12.7 percent in 2023 alone. As the number of hate crimes has grown, these … erode the fabric of societal cohesion and inclusivity. 2 New York State’s Hate Crimes Act of 2000 was intended “to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/concerning-growth-hate-crime-new-york-stateLife Changes: Membership in a Nutshell
… enough how important it is for you to know how membership in the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) can directly affect your financial future and the future of your loved ones. Whether you are just joining … Understanding the benefits you are entitled to receive as a NYSLRS member …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/life-changes-membership-nutshellImproper Payments for Sexual and Erectile Dysfunction Drugs, Procedures, and Supplies Provided to Medicaid Recipients, Including Sex Offenders (Follow-Up) (2020-F-15)
To follow up on the actions taken by officials of the Department of Health to implement the recommendations contained in our audit report, Improper Payments for Sexual and Erectile Dysfunction Drugs, Procedures, and Supplies Provided to Medicaid Recipients, Including Sex Offenders.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20f15.pdfDiNapoli: Nearly 14% of New Yorkers Live in Poverty; Surpasses National Average for Eight Straight Years
… Almost 2.7 million New Yorkers, or 13.9% of the state’s population, lived in poverty in 2021, compared to 12.8% of all Americans, according to the first in a series of … Almost 27 million New Yorkers or 139 of the states population lived in poverty in 2021 compared to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/12/dinapoli-nearly-14-percent-of-new-yorkers-live-poverty-surpasses-national-average-eight-straight-yearsDiNapoli: Queens Economy Takes Off
… Queens has more residents than at any time in its history, a record number of jobs and businesses, and an all-time low unemployment rate, according to an economic report released today by New York State … fell from the recession era peak of 8.6 percent in 2010 to 4 percent in 2017, lower than the citywide rate and the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/dinapoli-queens-economy-takes-off