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Oversight of Selected Aspects of Traffic Controls (Follow-Up)
… of Transportation (DOT) is responsible for the operation and condition of approximately 6,300 miles of streets and highways, over 12,000 miles of sidewalks, more than 13,250 signalized intersections, and over 315,000 street lights. This includes conducting …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/04/11/oversight-selected-aspects-traffic-controls-followCost-Saving Ideas: Reviewing Your Revenue Collection Process
… revenue collection alternatives, using measures such as: How long does it take to process a tax or fee payment? How many total collections are being processed? What is the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-reviewing-your-revenue-collection-processState Agencies Bulletin No. 2287
… The purpose of this bulletin is to inform agencies of new functionality allowing employees to enroll in direct … deposit and bank account options in New York State Payroll Online (NYSPO). Affected Employees: All active employees of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2287-new-york-state-payroll-online-direct-deposit-functionalityDiNapoli Op-Ed in Newsday Urges Leaders to Seize This Chance to Improve NY’s Finances
… State continues to mount a steady recovery from the depths of the pandemic’s devastation, regaining 50% of the jobs lost … how to use this "surplus" – by dedicating it to rainy day fund reserves and using it to pay for critical … state leaders enacted the largest budget in New York history, more than $208 billion. The spending plan benefited …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/08/dinapoli-op-ed-newsday-urges-leaders-seize-chance-improve-nys-financesOpinion 89-1
… the issues discussed in the opinion. PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- Compensation (authority to convert employee's … contract between the town and its highway department employees which, among other things, provides for the employees to receive a certain number of sick, vacation and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-1New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on the Passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
… "Tonight our nation mourns the passing of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. "She was a champion for justice, one of the brightest legal minds in American History and a passionate defender of the U.S. Constitution. She was a trailblazer for women and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/09/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-passing-ruth-bader-ginsburgDiNapoli: NYC Projects Surplus in the Current Year but Faces Budget Risks in the Years Ahead
… but the city faces significant budget gaps and risks in the coming years, according to a report released today by … budget gaps projected for fiscal years 2020 through 2022. In addition, the city faces the prospects of future risks, … economy is still strong, it appears more vulnerable than in recent years." New York City added 715,000 jobs between …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/dinapoli-nyc-projects-surplus-current-year-faces-budget-risks-years-aheadDiNapoli: Financial Viability of OTBs in Jeopardy
… to harness tracks. The Comptroller said the decline in OTB revenue has had a notable impact on distributions to … this time. If these trends were to continue through 2018, local government distributions would likely fall even further … Native American casinos offering slot machines and table games, casinos in neighboring Connecticut, New Jersey and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-financial-viability-otbs-jeopardyComptroller DiNapoli and Westchester County District Attorney: Former Croton-On-Hudson Village Fire Department Treasurer Pleads Guilty in Theft of Fire Department Funds
… the $25,000 he paid upon arraignment. Munson is scheduled for sentencing Oct. 29, 2018 at which time he is expected to … As fire department treasurer, Munson was responsible for maintaining the Croton-on-Hudson Fire Department bank … with the State’s two percent tax on fire insurance. For years, Munson was able to conceal his ongoing theft by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/comptroller-dinapoli-and-westchester-county-district-attorney-former-croton-hudson-village-fireComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. … financial reports. In addition, the town’s procedures for auditing claims were not in compliance with town law. … have not established formal policies or procedures for handling and recording cash receipts. Town of Kiantone – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1DiNapoli: Wall Street Bonuses Rose Sharply in 2009
… a record $42.6 billion. Compensation at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and JPMorgan Chase Investment Bank, which are more diversified than …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2010/02/dinapoli-wall-street-bonuses-rose-sharply-2009Management of Unexpected Delays and Events During Winter 2017-18
… Rail Road (LIRR) has plans to address unexpected delays or events and whether those plans were followed, and to assess whether the plans adequately addressed the needs of its passengers. This audit covered events that occurred … service.” The OSC Office of the State Deputy Comptroller for the City of New York issued a report in March 2018 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/08/07/management-unexpected-delays-and-events-during-winter-2017-18Comptroller DiNapoli, A.G. Underwood and DOI Commissioner Garnett Announce Indictment of Former Non-Profit Director Anna Mendez
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Attorney General Barbara D. Underwood and New York City Department of Investigation Commissioner Margaret … from a day care in the Bronx, using the proceeds of her crime for personal use and for straw donations to local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-underwood-and-doi-commissioner-garnett-announce-indictment-former-non-profitHomeless Outreach Program at Penn Station, Grand Central, and Outlying Stations Within New York City
… 2015 through February 4, 2019. About the Program The MTA is North America’s largest transportation network, serving a … The presence of the homeless at these MTA properties is a growing concern for MTA’s customers and staff, and … Queens and Kings counties. Pursuant to the contract, BRC is responsible for carrying out regular visits to the MTA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/07/23/homeless-outreach-program-penn-station-grand-central-and-outlying-stations-within-new-yorkDiNapoli: Gaming Revenue Plays Increasing Role In State Budget
… which includes lottery revenues, is smaller now than in the year the New York State Lottery was created. In State … centers (OTB), as well as what was spent on Lottery games such as scratch-off or Quick Draw tickets. “Every day, … the impact expanded gambling will have on individuals, local communities, and the state as a whole on a continuing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-gaming-revenue-plays-increasing-role-state-budgetState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the … (Mbps) per 1,000 students, as guided by the New York State Education Department. When tested, the average wireless … and authorization. Friendship Central School District – Fund Balance and Reserves (Allegany County) The board and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-1Opinion 92-31
… (no authority to sell in newsletter) VILLAGES -- Powers and Duties (publication of informational newsletter) VILLAGE … A village, by local law, may provide for the publication and distribution of a newsletter for its residents containing … of public meetings, information as to the structure and function of village government, schedules of village …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-31Opinion 2012-1
… of a town board of assessment review) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §§ 800 (3), 801, 803: A member of a town board of … disclose the interest in accordance with General Municipal Law § 803. You ask whether a member of a town board of … would have a prohibited interest in a contract of his firm to sell products for use by the town highway department. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2012-1State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… Auditors identified 181 accounts for students no longer in the district, six accounts for two former employees, two … (Nassau County) The treasurer did not perform his duties in accordance with statutes. Instead, the village clerk … clerk and board members, despite there being no authority in village law for them to sign checks. In addition, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-auditsDiNapoli: Central New York Economy Slowly Improving
… by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The report, however, noted many communities are still hampered by … are gaining strength. Moving forward, it will be vital for local economic development strategies to build upon the … Central New York among the more affordable places to live. For example, less than 30 percent of homeowners spend more …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/dinapoli-central-new-york-economy-slowly-improving