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DiNapoli: State Pension Fund Value $192 Billion
… earned an estimated 11.42 percent return on investments in the state fiscal year that ended on March 31, 2017. The … best funded, best performing pension plans in the nation and that’s great news for the more than one million men and … The Fund’s diversification strategy performed well, with private equity and real estate delivering returns of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/05/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-value-192-billionCity of Amsterdam – Budget Review (B23-5-4)
… [read complete report – pdf] Purpose The purpose of our budget review was to provide an independent evaluation of the City’s proposed budget for 2023-24. Background Chapter 531 of the Laws of 2019 authorizes the City to issue debt not to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2023/05/05/city-amsterdam-budget-review-b23-5-4DiNapoli: Former Village of Sherman Treasurer Arrested for Alleged Theft of $20,000
… of Sherman Treasurer Ann Gilbert faces felony charges for the alleged theft of more than $20,000 in cash paid by residents from 2012 to 2016 for village sewer, water and taxes, according to an … Schmidt and the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office for partnering with my office to hold her accountable.” “This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/08/dinapoli-former-village-sherman-treasurer-arrested-alleged-theft-20000State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… in appropriated fund balance to fund operations. Because of the district’s ongoing reliance on fund balance to finance … has declined from about $2.5 million at the beginning of 2017-18 to about $1 million at the end of 2018-19. In addition, the board has not adopted a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-auditsOversight of Selected Fiscal Aspects of Homeless Shelter Services (Follow-Up)
… by a “right to shelter” mandate, New York City provides temporary emergency shelter to every eligible person who … prescribed ranges. In addition, the various DHS data systems were not integrated, making data sharing and analysis …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/05/06/oversight-selected-fiscal-aspects-homeless-shelter-services-followComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… County) Auditors found the treasurer did not prepare 26 of 43 months of bank reconciliations in a timely manner. The treasurer … six reserves with balances totaling $9.6 million as of June 30, 2018, that were potentially overfunded or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsImplementation of the Dignity for All Students Act (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report, Implementation of the Dignity for All Students Act (Report 2016-S-28 ). … To determine the extent of implementation of the three recommendations included in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/11/21/implementation-dignity-all-students-act-followFire District Information
… the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of every fire district is required to file an annual financial report (AFR) with the … from LGSA. Visit our Contact Update and Online Help for Local Officials web page for more information. If you … of interest to Fire District officials, including our New Official Quick Start Guide [pdf] , accounting guidance and a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/resources/fire-district-informationLead Poisoning Prevention Program
… Objective To determine if the Department of Health has provided adequate oversight of the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. Our audit covered … risk to children. Lead poisoning is most often the result of inhaling or ingesting lead-contaminated dust. The … To determine if the Department of Health has provided adequate oversight of the Lead …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/08/08/lead-poisoning-prevention-programComptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… criminal history background checks on nine out of 157 employees tested. Hornell City School District – … unplanned operating surpluses totaling $4,652,365 instead of planned deficits. Due to the unplanned operating … account to disburse funds. Officials also allowed payment of utilities totaling $60,641 and administrative fees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-0State Agencies Bulletin No. 414
… who require certification or recertification by the Office of Court Administration (OCA). Overview Transactions such as … Recertification Date will expire prior to the last day of the payroll period being processed and will update the … Workforce(GBL)>Use>Emp Job Certification Highlights of Changes The Employee Certification panel will be replaced …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/414-employee-certification-process-unified-court-system-ucsFare Evasion (Follow-Up)
… Instead, Transit estimated that it lost more than $300 million to fare evasion in 2019. We found that certain …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/06/22/fare-evasion-followState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… today the following audits have been issued. Department of Civil Service: New York State Health Insurance Program – … was paid for hospital services for ineligible members. Of the $18.2 million identified, Empire has recovered $11.5 … particular, Empire recovered over $5.4 million on behalf of the state’s Empire Plan. New York State Environmental …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: Unemployment Taxes on Employers Poised To Increase To Repay $9B Owed to Federal Government
… the trust fund balance presents a serious challenge for the state and businesses struggling to recover from the pandemic. Action is needed to avoid hiking costs for New York businesses and … to 7.9%. As a result, employer tax payments grew between 26% and 160% in 2021. Until the balance in the state account …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-unemployment-taxes-employers-poised-increase-repay-9b-owed-federal-governmentComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… a result, the unrestricted fund balance deficit increased to as much as $171,492 during the audit period. Auditors also … and expended funds from reserves without adequate public notice; for example, transfers to reserves totaling $593,941 … property or cooperative apartments at public auction or by private sale at the highest and best price available. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/06/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… not establish adequate controls to safeguard fixed assets. In addition, the treasurer did not submit required annual … town clerk did not deposit collections totaling $100,496 in a timely manner. In addition, the golf director did not provide adequate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsAnnual Financial Report
… User Manual [pdf] Chart of Accounts Lookup Accounting and Reporting Manuals (ARMs) County, City, Town, Village … [pdf] NYSLRS Employer Web Portal - Financial Statements and Supplementary Information Notice to CFOs [pdf] The videos listed below contain tutorials on how to navigate and complete the Annual Financial Report. For more detailed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/required-reporting/annual-financial-reportOpinion 2004-2
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. CONFLICT OF INTEREST -- Family Relationships … of real property leased to gravel vendor) -- Interest in Contracts (town board member whose spouse leases real … (b) audit bills or claims under the contract; or (c) appoint an officer or employee who has any such powers or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2004-2XII.4.E Electronic Invoicing – XII. Expenditures
… refer to Chapter X, Section 4.A - Vendor Classifications of this Guide for guidance related to vendor classifications … to submit invoices to those agencies as usual. The purpose of this section is to provide guidance to online agencies … method is designed for vendors that submit a small number of invoices per month. Vendors will enter the eSupplier …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii4e-electronic-invoicingTown of Porter – Sewer Billings to Fort Niagara State Park (2017M-162)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Town’s billing for sewer … 1, 2014 through April 17, 2017. Background The Town of Porter is located in Niagara County and has a population … Town of Porter Sewer Billings to Fort Niagara State Park 2017M162 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2017/12/01/town-porter-sewer-billings-fort-niagara-state-park-2017m-162