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Rural New York: Challenges and Opportunities
This report focuses on the challenges commonly faced by rural New Yorkers. Ten rural counties—Allegany, Chenango, Delaware, Essex, Greene, Hamilton, Lewis, Schuyler, Sullivan, and Wyoming—were selected as representative of rural New York.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/challenges-faced-by-rural-new-york.pdfMTA 2025-2029 Capital Program Scenarios
By statute, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) is required to submit its 2025-2029 capital program to the State Capital Program Review Board (CPRB) by October 1, 2024 to begin the process of adoption.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-13-2025.pdfOswego County – Court and Trust (2022-C&T-5)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2019 through September 7, 2022.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/oswego-county-ct-2022-5.pdfJefferson County – Court and Trust (2022-C&T-6)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2019 through September 7, 2022.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/jefferson-county-2022-ct-6.pdfDelaware County – Court and Trust (2022-C&T-2)
The purpose of our audit was to determine whether County officials established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2019 through March 24, 2022.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/delaware-county-2022-ct-2.pdfInternal Controls for Billed Receivables and User Charges Webinar Presentation
Please join us as we discuss internal control framework for billed receivables and user charges, and go through the elements of a control environment to help ensure these activities are appropriate and safeguarded.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/internal-controls-for-billed-receivables-and-user-charges-08-18-2021.pdfResponse Planning for Unexpected Events (2019-S-55)
To determine whether it has plans or procedures to address unexpected or unplanned events and whether those plans were followed, and whether the plans or procedures addressed the needs of its customers.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-19s55.pdfTheresa Fire District – Board Oversight and Financial Management (2021M-60)
Determine whether the Theresa Fire District (District) Board of Fire Commissioners (Board) provided adequate oversight to ensure that financial activities were properly recorded and reported and whether they properly managed fund balance.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/theresa-district-2021-60.pdfValley Central School District – Information Technology (2020M-154)
Determine whether the Board of Education (Board) and Valley Central School District (District) officials ensured the District’s information technology (IT) systems were adequately secured and protected against unauthorized use, access and loss.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/valley-central-2020-154.pdfDiNapoli Statement on Charges Against Former Delhi Village Clerk
… charges filed against a former Delhi village clerk for theft of public funds. The charges resulted from a joint … by allegedly writing $4,788 in village checks to herself for her personal use. She now faces grand larceny charges. … New York State Police, she will now be held accountable for her actions.” …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/dinapoli-statement-charges-against-former-delhi-village-clerkSouth Seneca Central School District – Online Banking (2021M-164)
… Amend the bank agreements to require another District official to approve electronic transfers District officials agreed with our recommendations and have initiated or indicated they …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2022/06/03/south-seneca-central-school-district-online-banking-2021m-164VII.10.B Establishing and Increasing a Cash Advance – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… by the agency’s Chief Fiscal Officer to OSC’s Bureau of State Accounting Operations (BSAO) Cash Management Unit … to, the following information. A six month analysis of vouchers previously paid by OSC which could have been paid … if it were in existence at the time. For example: Number of vouchers and total dollar value of vendor claims paid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii10b-establishing-and-increasing-cash-advanceDual Employment
… Purpose To determine whether Office of Mental Health (OMH) employees who are dually employed at … mission is to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers, focusing on providing hope and recovery … about 15,300 individuals throughout the State, some of whom are also employed by other government agencies. OMH …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/12/19/dual-employment-0Corporate Governance
… sustainable financial performance. The Fund uses a range of tools, including direct engagement, letter writing, … to advance priority issue areas, guided by the principles of transparency, accountability, and long-term value … Inclusion A diverse and inclusive workforce is a hallmark of companies with sustainable long-term strategies. Companies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund/corporate-governanceCarthage-Wilna Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-191)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine if District controls were … located in Jefferson County, is a district corporation of the State, distinct and separate from the Town of Wilna. … The purpose of our audit was to determine if District controls were …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/08/16/carthage-wilna-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operationsTransportation and Warehousing Sector – New York City Industry Sector Dashboards
… and warehousing sector is an important component of the local economy. During the pandemic, visitor numbers … and business buying behaviors amid the implementation of social distancing measures. The pandemic accelerated an existing trend of increasing e-commerce sales; in sales tax year 2023, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/osdc/reports/nyc-sectors/transportation-and-warehousingAnnual Audit
… Purpose The objective of our examination was to determine whether claims were … The objective of our examination was to determine whether claims were …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/07/26/annual-auditState Agencies Bulletin No. 2294
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies that the pensionable overtime earnings limit for Tier 5 ERS members for calendar year 2025 is $23,369.51. Affected Employees: Employees who are Tier 5 … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies that the pensionable overtime earnings …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2294-tier-5-pensionable-overtime-ot-earnings-limit-calendar-year-2025State Agencies Bulletin No. 2183
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies that the pensionable overtime earnings limit for Tier 5 ERS members for calendar year 2024 is $22,688.85. Affected Employees: Employees who are Tier 5 … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies that the pensionable overtime earnings …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2183-tier-5-pensionable-overtime-earnings-limit-calendar-year-2024-employeesState Agencies Bulletin No. 2412
… overtime earnings limit for Tier 6 ERS members for calendar year 2026 is $21,589.00 Affected Employees: Tier 6 members of ERS … 368 of the Laws of 2018, the overtime limit increases each calendar year. The amount of the increase is based on the … overtime earnings limit for Tier 6 ERS members for calendar year 2026 is $2158900 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2412-tier-6-pensionable-overtime-ot-earnings-limit-calendar-year-2026