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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Tunnels: Efforts to Collect Tolls and Fees Using License Plate Images and Law Firms (Follow-Up) (2021-F-15) An audit … the MTA did not maximize toll collection because license plate images could not always be processed, resulting in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: Former Town of Marion Court Clerk Pleads Guilty to Theft
… today that the former court clerk for the Town of Marion, Eileen Steurrys, pleaded guilty to stealing over … were uncovered during DiNapoli’s audit of the Town of Marion Court Fund, which found that court fees collected were …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-former-town-marion-court-clerk-pleads-guilty-theftTown of Potsdam – Justice Court (2014M-014)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine the Court’s records and reports for the period January 1, 2009 … when received, but were later altered to change the receipt dates to a different month, and the receipt numbers …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/justice-court/2014/04/10/town-potsdam-justice-court-2014m-014DiNapoli: Springport Town Clerk Pleads Guilty After Faking Retirement Benefits
… in Aurelius Town Court to official misconduct and attempted computer trespass, and agreed to resign for her attempts to boost her state retirement benefits by … I thank Cayuga County District Attorney Jon E. Budelmann for partnering with us to protect our retirement system." …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-springport-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-after-faking-retirement-benefitsEmployee Qualifications, Hiring, and Promotions
… Bronx Surface Transit Operating Authority (MaBSTOA), MTA Bus Company (MTA Bus), and Staten Island Railway (SIR). The … MTA, provides subway and bus services to New York City (NYC). MaBSTOA, a subsidiary of Transit, operates buses in … is responsible for administering the lists in accordance with the Law. For job titles also used at other NYC agencies, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/01/17/employee-qualifications-hiring-and-promotionsDiNapoli Announces Sale of $914.3 Million State of New York General Obligation Refunding Bonds
… Series 2019B Refunding Bonds. This General Obligation bond issue was sold to refinance certain outstanding bonds … and the State Division of the Budget, this State GO bond issue was successfully completed.” Through a competitive … state.ny.us/sites/default/files/press/documents/pdf/2019-11/bond-sale-summary-series-2019b.pdf . The Series 2019B Taxable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/dinapoli-announces-sale-9143-million-state-new-york-general-obligation-refunding-bondsDiNapoli: Syracuse City School District Teacher Pleads Guilty in Time Theft Scheme
… Program pleaded guilty to corrupting the government in the 3 rd Degree, in connection with submitting false … recovery program located within Syracuse’s Henninger High School for students in need of support in order to … early but submitted timecards that inflated the number of hours he worked. He also directed certain Twilight teachers …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-syracuse-city-school-district-teacher-pleads-guilty-time-theft-schemeDiNapoli: Audit Reveals Questionable Financial Decisions, Lack of Transparency in Hempstead School District
… or district policy; A district community aide, a homeless liaison and a parent liaison did not meet minimum qualifications for their … coaching license. A community aide, working as a parent liaison, was also paid $27,000 more than was authorized; …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-audit-reveals-questionable-financial-decisions-lack-transparency-hempstead-school-districtState Agencies Bulletin No. 921
… District (MCTD). The MCTD is comprised of the counties of New York (Manhattan), Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), Queens, … employee payroll expenses of agencies located in downstate New York (in the MCTD) are subject to the tax. Employee payroll expenses of agencies located in upstate New York (outside of the MCTD) also are subject to this tax …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/921-metropolitan-commuter-transportation-mobility-taxDiNapoli: Audit Finds False Elevator Inspections, Safety Hazards Overlooked
… unsafe conditions to go unrepaired, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. … every one missed violations that could pose risks to safety," DiNapoli said. "While the Department of Buildings deserves credit for taking steps to address the concerns and recommendations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-false-elevator-inspections-safety-hazards-overlookedAbout the Record of Activities – Reporting Elected and Appointed Officials
… all of that time because they cannot do other things? What do I do if an elected or appointed official refuses to submit an ROA? It’s been more than 180 days since the official took office, and I still haven’t received the … takes a two-week vacation during the time period he or she is keeping a record of work-related activities? What happens …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/reporting-ea-officials/about-record-activitiesXIII.6 Potential Tax Consequences of Assigning an Incorrect Official Station – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… Section Overview Generally, the State pays for expenses incurred when an employee travels on official … There is an exception for certain “field” employees who do not have a regular work location and whose official …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii6-potential-tax-consequences-assigning-incorrect-official-stationAudit Finds Construction Delays in Public Housing Program Across New York State
… Problems with the administration of the public housing modernization program run by New York … delays. Auditors found: $300,000 in funds was approved for a Kingston project in August 2002. The project included … handrails, sidewalks, kitchens and bathrooms as well as boiler upgrades. However, the first construction contract …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/audit-finds-construction-delays-public-housing-program-across-new-york-stateDiNapoli: New York May Be Paying Medicaid Premiums for People Living Out-of-State
… members, and found close to $1.2 billion in managed care premiums that were paid for members who may have resided … to recover improper premium payments made on behalf of people living out-of-state where appropriate. While all … match, not all of them participate every quarter, which can impact the effectiveness of the identification of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/dinapoli-new-york-may-be-paying-medicaid-premiums-people-living-out-stateII.3.C Budget Execution – II. New York State Financial Accounting
… “no monies appropriated by this chapter shall be available for payment until a certificate of approval has been issued …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ii/ii3c-budget-executionSeized Assets Program
… Purpose To determine whether the New York Division of State Police … the proceeds from a criminal activity, or were purchased with the proceeds of a criminal activity. For asset seizure … pending seized assets valued at $2.012 billion. Funds received from forfeited assets are to be used to enhance law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/23/seized-assets-programDiNapoli: New York City's Immigrant Population Playing Increased Role in Economy
… 2013, nearly one-third of the city’s total economic output and nearly twice the level in 2000, according to a new report … said DiNapoli. “The workforce is becoming more diverse, and the neighborhoods with the highest concentration of … the city-wide average. Clearly, a more diverse, skilled and educated workforce is vital for the city and our state to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/dinapoli-new-york-citys-immigrant-population-playing-increased-role-economyState Agencies Bulletin No. 2025
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to provide agencies instructions for … calendar years 2019 and 2020. Affected Employees Employees of the Department of Transportation and the Office of Parks, Recreation and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2025-2020-and-2021-retroactive-special-assignment-duty-pay-calendar-yearsCompliance With Freedom of Information Law Requirements
… its responsibilities under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), and if DOT is in compliance with its … the State. Article 6 of the New York State Public Officers Law provides for public access to government records. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/29/compliance-freedom-information-law-requirementsChanging Employers – Membership and Enrollment
… Some special retirement plans require service in a particular title. A special plan allows for retirement … in this situation contact us before accepting the new position to be sure they understand the consequences to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/changing-employers