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10 Years After Superstorm Sandy: Tracking MTA Capital Spending
The MTA has set aside approximately $7.6 billion for projects related to Superstorm Sandy. More than $4.6 billion of this amount is for restoration projects, while $2.9 billion is for resiliency.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/mta-sandy-capital-projects.pdfOversight of Career and Technical Education Programs in New York State Schools (Follow-Up) (2022-F-17)
To determine the extent of implementation of the seven recommendations included in our initial audit report, Oversight of Career and Technical Education Programs in New York State Schools (Report 2019-S-29).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-22f17.pdfImproper Managed Care Premium Payments for Recipients With Duplicate Client Identification Numbers (Follow-Up) (2020-F-22)
To determine the extent of implementation of the ten recommendations included in our initial audit report, Improper Managed Care Premium Payments for Recipients With Duplicate Client Identification Numbers (Report 2018-S-24).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-20f22.pdfImproper Payments for Recipients No Longer Enrolled in Managed Long Term Care Partial Capitation Plans (Follow-Up) (2017-F-10) 30-Day Response
To determine the implementation status of four recommendations made in our initial audit report, Improper Payments for Recipients No Longer Enrolled in Managed Long Term Care Partial Capitation Plans (Report 2015-S-9).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2017-17f10-response.pdfImproper Payments for Recipients No Longer Enrolled in Managed Long Term Care Partial Capitation Plans (Follow-Up) (2017-F-10)
To determine the implementation status of four recommendations made in our initial audit report, Improper Payments for Recipients No Longer Enrolled in Managed Long Term Care Partial Capitation Plans (Report 2015-S-9).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2017-17f10.pdfMTA Makes Progress Funding Capital Programs But Faces Risks From Federal Actions
… in January, to bring in $15 billion for the MTA’s 2020-2024 capital program. The MTA also anticipated $14 billion in … in debt outside of the lockbox to help fund both the 2020-2024 and 2025-2029 capital programs. This non-lockbox …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/mta-makes-progress-funding-capital-programs-faces-risks-federal-actionsOpinion 96-20
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … VILLAGE BOARD -- Police and Police Protection (abolishment of police department) -- Powers and Duties (abolishment of … police department which was established by a resolution of the village board adopted may be abolished by resolution …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-96-20Opinion 94-26
… longer represent those views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that … Establishment (by town within village) REAL PROPERTY TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS -- Assessments (limitation on in BID) TOWNS … Municipal Law, §980-k refer back to the municipality which has established the district (see former General City Law, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-26VII.3.A AP Adjustment Voucher Preparation – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… in an inaccurate 1099 being issued to the vendor. Supplier ID/Vendor ID The supplier ID should match the original … level in SFS, agencies should send their checks to DTF – Treasury to be deposited to the General Checking Account (GCA), see: Section 3.B – AP Adjustment Voucher – Treasury Requirements of this Chapter for more information. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii3a-ap-adjustment-voucher-preparationCost-Saving Ideas: Minimizing Unemployment Insurance Costs
… employers of their account condition for the previous calendar year. Employers can also call DOL toll-free at (888) … workforce size may impact potential costs. For example, a school district facing an upcoming fiscal crisis and possible … the reimbursement method, note that local governments and school districts must generally submit a written request to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-minimizing-unemployment-insurance-costsDiNapoli Calls for Transparency From Companies Regarding Affordability Concerns
… denial of health care coverage. As an investor, we need to know how companies in the Fund’s portfolio are addressing these … about surveillance pricing. Capital One stated that it does not use surveillance pricing either. The Fund is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/03/dinapoli-calls-transparency-companies-regarding-affordability-concernsDiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for December
… financial officer, DiNapoli’s office reviews contracts for all state agencies, some contracts for state public authorities, and, in addition, audits all … playing field is level and taxpayers get the best value for their money. The Comptroller’s office averages 11 to 13 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-payment-actions-decemberDiNapoli: Two Arrested for Stealing More Than $200,000 From 86-Year-Old State Pensioner
… then allegedly schemed to convince the victim to become his live-in caregivers. The victim, whose wife had died many … direct support, received a monthly income of $3,526.70 for his pension and $2,138.60 from Social Security. The subjects … persuaded the victim to agree to have them ostensibly pay his bills for him. However, the subjects did not pay the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-two-arrested-stealing-more-200000-86-year-old-state-pensionerSocial Adult Day Services
… the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and the Department of Health (DOH), are effectively … to client eligibility, service plans, staffing, training, and physical safety. The audit covers the period April 1, … adults with services such as socialization, supervision and monitoring, personal care, and nutrition in a protective …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/12/02/social-adult-day-servicesState Comptroller DiNapoli and Manhattan U.S. Attorney Bharara Announce Arrest of Joseph Grossmann for Defrauding New York State Pension Fund of Over $130,000
… Thomas DiNapoli for his work to bring Grossmann to account for this conduct.” State Comptroller Thomas P. … defrauded NYSLERS into depositing the payments into a bank account under GROSSMAN’s control. Upon her retirement from … that all future pension payments be remitted to an account opened by GROSSMANN on September 17, 2010 – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-manhattan-us-attorney-bharara-announce-arrest-joseph-grossmannAdministration of the Contract With the Center for Urban Community Services
… City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s (DOHMH) administration of a contract (#113 225 01) with the Center for Urban Community … funding from the New York City HIV and AIDS Services Administration and the Department of Homeless Services. … York City Department of Health and Mental Hygienes DOHMH administration of a contract 113 225 01 with the Center for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/02/16/administration-contract-center-urban-community-servicesDiNapoli: Federal Tariffs and Other Actions Hurt Tourism and NY Exports
… to Canada also declined by $3.8 billion due to tariffs. “Federal policies are driving foreign travelers away and … over the same period in 2024, compared to private sector job growth of 1% in all other industries in the state. … support to New York and how changes made by the federal government are affecting New York’s industries and economy. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/04/dinapoli-federal-tariffs-and-other-actions-hurt-tourism-and-ny-exportsDiNapoli Issues Report on Transparency of Village Fiscal Activities
… 28 of the 30 selected villages. Without an audit there is little independent verification that transactions have been …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-issues-report-transparency-village-fiscal-activitiesDiNapoli: NYC Budget Is Balanced but Risks Loom As Fiscal and Economic Concerns Grow
… New York City’s adopted $119.7 billion fiscal year (FY) 2026 budget is currently balanced (including pre-payments) … increased by $3.9 billion in FY 2025, $3.5 billion in FY 2026, $2.1 billion in FY 2027, and $2.4 billion in FY 2028. … in new agency spending and council initiatives for FY 2026, outpacing city-fund revenues added over the same …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/08/dinapoli-nyc-budget-balanced-risks-loom-fiscal-and-economic-concerns-growComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… , Town of Owego , Town of Sidney , Town of South Bristol and Wyoming County . “In today’s fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top … priority,” said DiNapoli. “By auditing municipal finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-2