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State Agencies Bulletin No. 560
… work station, is considered to have worked a minimum of one-half day for the purpose of computing overtime compensation. An employee working a … that overtime compensation is paid only for work in excess of the basic 40-hour work week. An employee eligible for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/560-review-and-update-recall-overtime-pay-eligible-employees-classified-andDiNapoli: Central NY Village Official Stole More Than $100K
… an audit and investigation by his office revealed a former official of the now-dissolved village of Altmar in Oswego … an audit and investigation by his office revealed a former official of the nowdissolved village of Altmar in Oswego …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/dinapoli-central-ny-village-official-stole-more-100kComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. “By auditing municipal … executive director was generally compensated in accordance with adopted policy, the board did not periodically compare …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsJoin Our Team as a State Program Examiner!
… Effectuate Positive Change for New Yorkers Auditing is the heart of our work at the … while providing the Legislature and Executive Branch with an independent and objective view of how government can …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/sgaState Agencies Bulletin No. 2227
… Purpose: As we prepare for enactment of the 2024-25 NYS budget, OSC would like to provide notice of the possible impact to the upcoming paycheck distribution and release of direct deposit funds and advices should the NYS budget be … As we prepare for enactment of the 202425 NYS budget OSC would like to provide notice of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2227-paycheck-distribution-and-release-direct-deposit-funds-preparationDiNapoli: 16 School Districts Designated in Fiscal Stress
… Sixteen school districts were designated in some level of fiscal stress under New York State … year (SY) ending June 30, 2023, up from 14 districts in fiscal stress the prior year, but still well below the 33 designated in stress in 2019. Increased temporary federal aid and growth …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-16-school-districts-designated-fiscal-stressDiNapoli: Local Governments Should Improve Enforcement of State Fire Code Regulations
… The audit reviewed enforcement of the state’s Uniform Fire Code in seven cities and three villages. “Local officials … should a fire or other emergency occur.” The state’s fire code requires every city, county, town and village to maintain a system of records that supports its code enforcement activities. Buildings that contain an area …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-local-governments-should-improve-enforcement-state-fire-code-regulationsDiNapoli: Oswego Teacher Charged With Stealing Over $4,000 From CiTi BOCES
… County adult literacy teacher William Fisher was charged with falsifying his time sheets to steal more than $4,000 … his own pockets,” DiNapoli said. “Thanks to my partnership with District Attorney Oakes and the New York State Police, … During an internal audit, CiTi BOCES found discrepancies with Fisher’s time sheets. CiTi BOCES reported this to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-oswego-teacher-charged-stealing-over-4000-citi-bocesDiNapoli: Former Assistant Clerk Charged with Stealing Nearly $4,000 from Village of Horseheads
… Wetmore and the New York State Police announced the arrest of Tammy Miele, former Assistant Clerk for the Village of Horseheads, for allegedly stealing nearly $4,000 from the Village. The arrest was the result of a joint investigation between Comptroller DiNapoli’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-former-assistant-clerk-charged-stealing-nearly-4000-village-horseheadsDiNapoli: Texas Woman Charged with Stealing Over $65,000 in NYS Pension Payments
… announced the indictment of a 53-year-old Texas woman for allegedly stealing more than $65,000 in New York state pension payments meant for a deceased acquaintance. Christy Gibson, of Smith County, … determined that Gibson used the joint account to pay for entertainment and food. Gibson also made electronic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/dinapoli-texas-woman-charged-stealing-over-65000-nys-pension-paymentsDeath Benefits – Divorce and Your Benefits
… The Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL) provides for an ordinary death benefit if a member dies while in active service (before retiring) . It is payable to the member’s last designated beneficiary(ies). … NYSLRS as soon as possible after the DRO is entered as an official court document. Filing the DRO promptly ensures that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/divorce/death-benefitsDiNapoli: 31 School Districts Designated in Fiscal Stress
… federal funding as well as increases in state aid have provided districts with significant financial support,” … financial reports in time to be scored in SY 2025, 4.6% have been designated as being in a level of fiscal stress, … School districts receive a fiscal stress score that is based on several factors: year-end fund balance, operating …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/01/dinapoli-31-school-districts-designated-fiscal-stressXII.4.B Certification of Vouchers – XII. Expenditures
… the head of the agency certify or approve vouchers for submission to the Comptroller for audit. Other individuals may also approve vouchers if the … as follows: Agency Head – The individual responsible for the operations of an agency; for example, the … the head of the agency certify or approve vouchers for submission to the Comptroller for audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii4b-certification-vouchersCaneadea Fire District – Treasurer’s Records and Reports (2025M-118)
… manner to enable informed decision-making by the board of fire commissioners, prevent fraud or misappropriation of funds, comply with reporting requirements and maintain … and proper financial management, oversight by the board of fire commissioners and taxpayers, and the protection of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2026/01/30/caneadea-fire-district-treasurers-records-and-reports-2025m-118Employer E-News Archive — 2025
… make sure you receive the latest Retirement System member and retiree news. December 2025 Pay Your Annual Invoice by December 15 and Save Money Reminder for Administrators: Ensure Staff Can …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/employer-e-news-archive-20252017 Financial Condition Report – 2017 Financial Condition Report
… from the Comptroller I am pleased to present the State of New York’s Financial Condition Report for the fiscal year … on the horizon. As the United States enters its ninth year of economic expansion, New York faces increasing fiscal … this Report This report provides citizens with an overview of the financial condition of New York State. It presents …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2017-fcrCity of Mechanicville – Audit Follow-Up (2012M-162-F)
… 2013. Background The City of Mechanicville is located in Saratoga County and has approximately 5,200 residents. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2015/07/03/city-mechanicville-audit-follow-2012m-162-fOne-Year FAE – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… The one-year FAE includes eligible payments earned in the 12 months right before you retire. The types of payments … in the one-year FAE exceed the average of the previous 12-month period by more than 20 percent, the amount above 20 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/one-year-faeLeaves of Absence – Career Plan
… for: Leaves of absence without pay; Authorized, unpaid medical leaves of absence; or Unpaid leave under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act. Workers’ Compensation Tier 1 members will …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/leaves-absenceBecoming Eligible for a Benefit – Career Plan
… Once you have accrued five years of credited service, you will be vested. This means you have … collect a vested retirement benefit at age 63. The amount of your vested benefit is based on your service, age at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/becoming-eligible-benefit