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DiNapoli: MTA Faces $9.8 Billion Capital Plan Shortfall
… Authority (MTA) will be able to limit future fare and toll increases to 4 percent as planned will depend on the amount … or higher fares and tolls.” While the short-term outlook for the MTA’s operating budget has improved with the economy, … than in 2014. Even with planned biennial fare and toll increases of 4 percent, the capital program would account for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-mta-faces-98-billion-capital-plan-shortfallDiNapoli: Audit Recommends Additional Steps to Reduce Student Absenteeism
… school are often disengaged, falling behind academically and at risk for dropping out of school entirely," said … Education Department is doing well cautioning parents and school districts about the perils of chronic absenteeism. … But given how vital it is for our children to be in school and learning, I urge the department to do even more and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-audit-recommends-additional-steps-reduce-student-absenteeismDiNapoli Announces New $7 Million Investment in Northern Ireland
… Ireland’s dynamic economy that will provide a solid return for the New York State Common Retirement Fund,” DiNapoli … has opened doors and created economic opportunities for all communities. We’re proud to be able to play a part in … will benefit our retirees, taxpayers and Northern Ireland for years to come.” Welcoming the announcement, First …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-announces-new-7-million-investment-northern-irelandDiNapoli: Financial Plan Outlook Has Improved; State Should Now Commit to Further Increasing Reserves
… It is essential that additional resources are used for critical infrastructure projects to reduce debt issued … billion in the current fiscal year with little planned for subsequent years. However, significant new recurring … established in the budget to support pandemic recovery for New York’s struggling individuals, families and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/dinapoli-financial-plan-outlook-has-improved-state-should-now-commit-further-increasing-reservesNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (July 1, 2021)
… 2021 Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Earnings in all industries decreased in the second quarter of 2020, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-economy-and-finances-covid-19-era-july-1-2021Opinion 2001-14
… in Contract (municipal officer or employee not deemed to have interest in intermunicipal agreement) MUNICIPAL … 801, 803: An intermunicipal agreement does not constitute a "contract" within the meaning of section 800 of the General … his or her relationship as a village employee and refrain from participation in town board discussions and decisions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2001-14DiNapoli and Scarpino Announce Guilty Plea & Sentencing in Theft of $60K in Pension Payments
… mother’s deposited pension checks and expended them for her personal use, including cellphone and utility bills, … Attorney Scarpino, Ms. Rose is being held responsible for her actions and is now required to pay full restitution … DiNapoli said. "I thank the District Attorney and his team for their outstanding efforts on this case and in helping us …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/09/dinapoli-and-scarpino-announce-guilty-plea-sentencing-theft-60k-pension-paymentsAdministration and Collection of Real Estate Transfer Taxes
… when the consideration exceeds $500, at a rate of $2 for every $500 of consideration exchanged. The tax is paid by … properties given as bona fide gifts or sold at tax sale, for example, are exempt. RETT is generally paid during deed … system. Key Recommendations Pursue options for collaborating with county recording officers to develop …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/01/08/administration-and-collection-real-estate-transfer-taxesSelected Aspects of Inspecting and Licensing Radioactive Materials and Radiation Equipment
… inspected; facilities complied with selected licensing and registration regulations; and identified violations were … renewed, and amended radioactive material licenses and the registration of facilities with radiation equipment. To … inspect all licensed and registered facilities. Licensing, registration, and inspection helps to protect and safeguard …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/08/21/selected-aspects-inspecting-and-licensing-radioactive-materials-and-radiation-equipmentUnified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-192
… Justices in Bargaining Unit 86 Effective Date(s) 03/28/13 for Administration Pay Period 1C, paychecks dated 04/10/13 … with respect to adequate levels of compensation and non-salary benefits for Judges and Justices of the state paid … recommended that all NYS Judges receive phased-in salary increases over three fiscal years. This year’s recommended …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-192-april-2013-salary-increase-judges-and-justices-unified-courtUnified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-202
… automatic processing. Affected Employees Eligible Judges and Justices in Bargaining Unit 86 Background Chapter 567 of … Commission on Judicial Compensation to examine, evaluate and make recommendations with respect to adequate levels of compensation and non-salary benefits for Judges and Justices of the state …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-202-april-2014-salary-increase-judges-and-justices-unified-courtState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… to finance operations, none of the fund balance was used for operations for the 2013-14 through 2015-16 school years. When the amount … treasurers did not issue duplicate press-numbered receipts for extra-classroom activities' collections. Find out how …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsDiNapoli Announces Vicki Fuller's Retirement as CIO of NYS Common Retirement Fund
… is more important than her sincere and tireless concern for the more than one million New York state workers, retirees and families who rely on the Fund for financial security," DiNapoli said. "Since Vicki joined … one of the largest and best in the country. I thank her for her contributions and wish her the best," DiNapoli added. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/dinapoli-announces-vicki-fullers-retirement-cio-nys-common-retirement-fundState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. … – Leave Accruals (Suffolk County) Leave accrual records for business office employees were overstated by a total of … In addition, the board does not adopt individual budgets for each sewer district. Capital costs are allocated to three …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-2State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… P. DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of the Village of Alfred , City of Batavia , Southern Tier … transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal … to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being spent appropriately and effectively." Village of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… County) The board and district officials prepared budgets for the 2013-14 through the 2015-16 fiscal years that … fund policy did not stipulate the maximum funding levels for each reserve, the conditions necessary for using reserves to finance related costs or the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0DiNapoli: 2015 Sales Tax Collections Drop in 30 Counties
… tax collections continues to have financial ramifications for our local governments and their bottom lines,” said … sales tax revenues otherwise rose $249 million (3.7%) for the year. Additional findings in DiNapoli’s report … a sales tax saw a drop in collections from 2014 to 2015. For a copy of the report, visit: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/02/dinapoli-2015-sales-tax-collections-drop-30-countiesState Agencies Bulletin No. 880
… Purpose To inform agencies of the change to Reason Code IHR and the creation of Reason Codes 130 and 131 . Affected Employees All employees who are appointed … above the statutory hiring rate based on Section 130.4 and/or Section 131.1a of the Civil Service Law Background …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/880-new-increased-hiring-rate-reason-codesUnited HealthCare Insurance Company of New York – Empire Plan Drug Rebates (Follow-Up)
… one was no longer applicable. Key Recommendation Officials are given 30 days after the issuance of the follow-up report to provide information on any actions that are planned to address the unresolved issues discussed in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/05/24/united-healthcare-insurance-company-new-york-empire-plan-drug-rebates-followSelected Operating and Administrative Practices of the Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Selected Operating and Administrative Practices at the Bureau of Narcotic … Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (Bureau) was effectively and efficiently combating prescription drug diversion and abuse in New York State, in large part through its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/09/23/selected-operating-and-administrative-practices-bureau-narcotic-enforcement-follow