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DiNapoli Proposes More Transparency for Fire Protection Costs
… system for providing fire protection is complex. It can lead to lack of civic understanding, limited participation in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-proposes-more-transparency-fire-protection-costsArgyle Central School District – Internal Controls Over Payroll (2014M-051)
… them. District officials do not periodically review leave accrual records. Key Recommendation Establish comprehensive payroll processing and leave time accrual policies and procedures that incorporate the duties … the corresponding payroll payments. Review leave time accrual records and balances to ensure accuracy. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/07/25/argyle-central-school-district-internal-controls-over-payroll-2014m-051Introduction to IT Governance – Information Technology Governance
… governments and schools. Although no single practice or policy on its own can adequately safeguard your IT investments, a number of internal controls appropriately implemented and … innovation, the ever-increasing sophistication and number of cybersecurity threats and the fact that IT is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-governance/introduction-it-governanceCayuga County – County Bridge Maintenance (S9-13-4)
… from 2002 through 2011, the County had an average of seven flags (the number of deficient bridges is generally higher … years in which assessments took place). We examined all 48 flags issued during the period 2007 to 2011 to review for … and/or actions on behalf of the County. Of the 48 flags examined, 31 lacked any documentation regarding a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/07/19/cayuga-county-county-bridge-maintenance-s9-13-4Town of Seneca Falls – Justice Court (2013M-89)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review internal controls over the Court’s … January 1, 2012 to March 4, 2013. Background The Town of Seneca Falls is located in Seneca County, has a population … Town of Seneca Falls Justice Court 2013M89 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/06/28/town-seneca-falls-justice-court-2013m-89CUNY Bulletin No. CU-735
… additional bargaining units being added for the NYS Paid Family Leave program. Affected Employees All employees in the … of New York (CUNY) agreed to implement the NYS Paid Family Leave program (PFL) beginning January 1, 2021. CUNY … requirements will be covered under the New York State Paid Family Leave program (PFL). The New York State Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-735-cuny-nys-paid-family-leave-additional-bargaining-unitsNYS Comptroller DiNapoli: Beware Text Message Scam Targeting Retirees
… FBI Field Office at 518-465-7551 or 1-800-CALLFBI. “I want to be very clear to our system’s retirees and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-beware-text-message-scam-targeting-retireesState Agencies Bulletin No. 1864
… in the PEF or CSEA Certification, Licensure and Exam Fee Reimbursement Program or who used Empire Star Public Service awards for certification, license or exam fees are affected. Background Pursuant to Internal … fringe benefits such as the Certification, Licensure and Exam Fee Reimbursement are considered taxable income. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1864-certification-licensure-and-exam-fee-reimbursement-clefr-2020City of North Tonawanda – Financial Operations (2012M-203)
… events included chowder sales, food and beer tents at Canal Fest and a variety of raffles, bingo, and other games …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2013/02/08/city-north-tonawanda-financial-operations-2012m-203Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… and the Orange County Department of Social Services . "In today’s fiscal climate, budget transparency and … for bids or purchased through state or county contracts. In addition, purchases totaling $45,283 lacked adequate … certain allowable fees for probation supervision and drug screening, the probation department could generate an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0College at Buffalo – Selected Employee Travel Expenses
… and under the control of agency management, include car rentals, meals, lodging, transportation, fuel, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/07/31/college-buffalo-selected-employee-travel-expensesMedicaid Program – Overpayments for Services Also Covered by Medicare Part B
… if the Department of Health overpaid health care providers for Medicaid claims for Medicare Part B coinsurance. The audit covers the period … 31, 2009. Background Medicare is a federal health program for the elderly and disabled. It consists of several parts. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/07/09/medicaid-program-overpayments-services-also-covered-medicare-part-bTown of Hamlin – Financial Oversight and Information Technology (2012M-197)
… approximately $3.8 million. Key Findings The Board did not provide the necessary guidance to the Supervisor and … report the cash position of any Town fund in its annual report to the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC). … Supervisor, and all other departments which receive and disburse cash. Continue to thoroughly audit and approve …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/03/08/town-hamlin-financial-oversight-and-information-technology-2012m-197Village of Old Field – Misappropriation of Village Funds and Selected Financial Operations (2013M-44)
… 1, 2009, to July 31, 2012. Background The Village of Old Field is located in the Town of Brookhaven, in Suffolk … Village of Old Field Misappropriation of Village Funds and Selected …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/07/17/village-old-field-misappropriation-village-funds-and-selected-financialVillage of Montgomery – Purchasing and Information Technology (2013M-210)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review internal controls over the … 1, 2011, through January 9, 2013. Background The Village of Montgomery is located in the Town of Montgomery in Orange … Village of Montgomery Purchasing and Information Technology 2013M210 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/10/25/village-montgomery-purchasing-and-information-technology-2013m-210Village of Huntington Bay – Compensation of Officials and Credit Cards (2012M-198)
… of compensating Village officials and credit card usage for the period June 1, 2010, through April 30, 2012. … in the Town of Huntington, in Suffolk County and had a population of 1,425 residents. The Mayor and Board of … card policy to describe the types of purchases allowed, when it is appropriate to use the credit card, and what …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/02/08/village-huntington-bay-compensation-officials-and-credit-cards-2012m-198State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… announced his office completed audits of Massapequa Union Free School District , Ossining Union Free School District , Pine Bush Central School District and … spent appropriately and effectively." Massapequa Union Free School District – Budgeting Practices and Reserve Funds …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-1Village of Chatham – Internal Controls Over Selected Financial Activities (2013M-132)
… over time and attendance and leave accrual records, Justice Court operations, and the chief fiscal officer’s … activities. Bank reconciliations were not documented for Justice Harrison’s account, and monthly bank reconciliations of Justice Portin’s account showed a recurring, unresolved …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/08/23/village-chatham-internal-controls-over-selected-financial-activities-2013m-132DiNapoli Announces Sale of $636 Million State of New York General Obligation Bonds
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the … sale scheduled for March 16 of tax-exempt and taxable New York State General Obligation bonds, totaling $635.9 million. The … State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today announced … sale scheduled for March 16 of taxexempt and taxable New York State General Obligation bonds totaling $6359 million …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-announces-sale-636-million-state-new-york-general-obligation-bondsState Agencies Bulletin No. 1956
… in the PEF or CSEA Certification, Licensure, and Exam Fee Reimbursement Program, or who used Empire Star Public Service awards for certification, license, or exam fees are affected. Background Pursuant to Internal … fringe benefits such as the Certification, Licensure, and Exam Fee Reimbursement are considered taxable income. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1956-certification-licensure-and-exam-fee-reimbursement-clefr-2021