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About Unclaimed Funds
… the information in newspapers. Despite these efforts, many funds remain unclaimed and are turned over to the Office of the State Comptroller. Types of Unclaimed Funds Accounts Bank Accounts – savings, checking …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/resources/about-unclaimed-fundsOpinion 92-26
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … inconsistent. You ask for clarification of the procedures by which the expenses of a board of elections of a county … 4-136 of the Election Law requires "all" expenses incurred by a board of elections of a county outside the City of New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-26Equine Health and Safety
… (Commission) is monitoring and enforcing New York State rules and regulations designed to promote the health … and charitable gaming. The Commission was created by Chapter 60 of the Laws of 2012 and became effective …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/11/13/equine-health-and-safetyState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced his … that schools make every dollar count," DiNapoli said. "By auditing school district and charter school finances and … continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being spent appropriately and effectively." …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsDiNapoli Releases Report on Environmental Funding in New York State
… have grown, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “DEC’s staff has …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-releases-report-environmental-funding-new-york-stateComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… Bemus Point Central School District – Reserve Funds (Chautauqua County) The district’s retiree health … based on employees’ earned and unused leave time. If the funds were properly reported, the district’s unrestricted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsOversight of Homeless Shelters
… Office administers many important programs that assist the State’s low-income residents and provides leadership, … seeks to meet critical transitional housing needs of the State’s homeless population – estimated at more than 80,000 … and for ensuring they meet minimum standards established by State and local laws and codes. Key Findings The Office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/02/12/oversight-homeless-sheltersInmate Sentence Calculation and Release Practices
… the sentencing and incarceration of inmates in New York State, including Penal Law Section 70.30, which gives the … held approximately 50,700 individuals in its custody at 54 State facilities as of August 27, 2016. During the period … due to inaccurate documentation provided to the Department by external agencies, such as courts or local jails. Since …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/04/07/inmate-sentence-calculation-and-release-practicesState Agencies Bulletin No. 911
To inform agencies of the processing implemented as a result of the Governors request to withhold the April 2009 payments to MC and other unrepresented employ
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/911-withholding-april-2009-performance-advance-longevity-payment-salaryState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced his … our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal finances and operations, my office … continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being spent appropriately and effectively." …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsQuality of Internal Control Certification
… level of detail for two questions. The Division did not list the deficiencies discovered during its annual review of … supporting how the Division determined its reported list of high-risk areas – and one question that called for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/05/09/quality-internal-control-certificationDiNapoli: Stony Brook University Hospital Failed to Comply With Contracting and Hiring Rules
… Management Department repeatedly failed to comply with state guidelines and university policies related to … nearly $1 million, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “This Stony … Island. As part of Stony Brook University, it is governed by certain federal, state, and State University of New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/dinapoli-stony-brook-university-hospital-failed-comply-contracting-and-hiring-rulesDiNapoli: Audit Finds Additional $150,000 Stolen by Beekman Town Official
… P. DiNapoli uncovered a second theft of $150,000 in town funds, following an earlier admission by Knapp of stealing … DiNapoli uncovered a second theft of $150000 in town funds following an earlier admission by Knapp of stealing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/dinapoli-audit-finds-additional-150000-stolen-beekman-town-officialEfforts to Collect Delinquent Taxes (Follow-Up)
… is to efficiently collect tax revenues in support of State services and programs while acting with integrity and fairness in administering State tax laws. When a tax debt has been billed and the … of the five collection steps we tested: using applicable search tools to identify taxpayer resources that might be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/03/01/efforts-collect-delinquent-taxes-followUnnecessary and Potentially Illegal Consultant Contract With Former New York State Council on the Arts Executive Director
… that extended the contract until December 31, 2010, when it ended. ESDC paid Ms. Hitchens a total of $86,100 over … demonstrates ethical decision-making, is transparent, and can withstand public scrutiny. The Council should ensure its employees and board members are aware of and comply with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/26/unnecessary-and-potentially-illegal-consultant-contract-former-new-york-state-council-artsOpinion 89-14
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … officer may not request persons paying their taxes by mail who desire a tax receipt to include a self-addressed … officer may request that persons paying their taxes by mail and desiring a tax receipt include a self-addressed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-14State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the … was accurate, adequately supported and authorized by the board. For example, district officials did not … compare known liabilities to reconciled bank balances and money on hand. As a result, there was an increased risk that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-3State Agencies Bulletin No. 2166
… Affected Employees: All active employees of New York State enrolled in NYSPO. Background: Maintaining up-to-date addresses for employees enables New York State to provide high quality payroll services. Addresses are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2166-new-york-state-payroll-online-nyspo-employee-address-updateOversight of the Clean Water State Revolving Fund
… (Corporation) is adequately overseeing the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) to ensure funds are being … undertake critical water quality infrastructure projects by providing access to low-cost capital, grants, and expert …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/12/30/oversight-clean-water-state-revolving-fundOversight of Telemental Health Services
… 11, 2021. About the Program Telemental health (TMH) is a treatment method that uses two-way, real-time interactive … use of TMH is focused on the initial approval, and OMH does not have defined processes after this approval to … their ability to offer TMH as a service to clients when it is deemed an appropriate method of treatment. Develop …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/06/17/oversight-telemental-health-services