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DiNapoli: Audit Recommends Additional Steps to Reduce Student Absenteeism
… falling behind academically and at risk for dropping out of school entirely," said DiNapoli "The State Education … cautioning parents and school districts about the perils of chronic absenteeism. But given how vital it is for our … included sending letters to the student's home, phone calls or emails to the parent or guardian if absences …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-audit-recommends-additional-steps-reduce-student-absenteeismOpinion 92-7
… longer represent those views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that … financial relief to the firefighter and his or her family. You ask whether the Fishkill Exempt Firemen's Benevolent … For purposes of this opinion, we assume the firefighter is not disabled. Insurance Law, §§9104 and 9105 govern the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-7Opinion 97 - 12
… engineer who appears before the board) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §§801, 805-a: An arrangement whereby the recording … be prohibited from performing services for the engineering firm in relation to any matter before, or to come before, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-12DiNapoli 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-irelandNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (July 1, 2021)
… Levels in New York? Recently released data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis show personal income in … receipts to individuals, totaled nearly $1.6 trillion in the first quarter of 2021, an increase of 51.9 percent from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-economy-and-finances-covid-19-era-july-1-2021DiNapoli: Financial Plan Outlook Has Improved; State Should Now Commit to Further Increasing Reserves
… 180,000 contracts, billions in state payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract FOIL …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/dinapoli-financial-plan-outlook-has-improved-state-should-now-commit-further-increasing-reservesOpinion 95-25
… LAW -- Tax Limit (withholding State aid as penalty for levy in excess of) MUNICIPAL FUNDS -- State Aid … "Notwithstanding Any Other Provision of Law" (meaning of for purposes of the aid to localities budget) STATE … added). Section 54 of the State Finance Law provides for an annual apportionment and payment of State aid to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-25Opinion 90-4
… -- Powers and Duties (imposition of benefit assessments for drainage) LOCAL FINANCE LAW, §11.00(a)(3); VILLAGE LAW, … serves as a significant portion of a drainage basin for a large portion of the village. You also indicate that … you state that the pond has become a breeding place for insects and other wildlife and the silt has created an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-4Opinion 90-27
… the Town Law and the Village Law to provide authority for the establishment of joint fire districts without … the Village Law (§22-2210 et seq. ) provide the procedures for establishing, financing, and operating joint fire … board and the village board shall hold a joint meeting for the purpose of jointly proposing the establishment of a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-27DiNapoli: Hate Crimes Surged in New York Over the Last Five Years
… Hate crimes against Jewish and Muslim New Yorkers rose by 89% (253 to 477) and 106% (18 to 37), respectively, between …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-hate-crimes-surged-new-york-over-last-five-yearsTown of Frankfort – Supervisor’s Fiscal Responsibilities (2017M-192)
… adequately fulfilled his fiscal responsibilities for the period January 1, 2016 through July 31, 2017. … an elected five-member Town Board. Budgeted appropriations for 2017 total approximately $4.2 million. Key Findings The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2017/09/22/town-frankfort-supervisors-fiscal-responsibilities-2017m-192Town of Stafford - Procurement (2018M-134)
… Town may realize cost savings by reducing the thresholds for purchases requiring quotes in the procurement policy. Key … State General Municipal Law (GML). 1 Review the thresholds for the purchase of goods and services not subject to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2018/09/14/town-stafford-procurement-2018m-134Berlin Central School District - Vehicle Fuel Inventory (2018M-02)
… [read complete report - pdf] Audit Objective Determine if the District adequately accounts for and safeguards its … not compared to fuel usage records. Key Recommendations The Supervisor of Transportation and head mechanic should ensure: Accurate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/06/01/berlin-central-school-district-vehicle-fuel-inventory-2018m-02Central Valley School District - Separation Payments (2018M-153)
… was performed for all payments processed in the payroll system during the audit period, totaling $113,064. Key … procedures to provide an independent review of all employee separation payments to ensure they are calculated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/09/14/central-valley-school-district-separation-payments-2018m-153Flanders Fire District – Disbursements (2014M-199)
… to determine whether disbursements were properly processed for the period January 1, 2013 through March 31, 2014. … approximately 4,400 residents. Budgeted appropriations for 2014 are $684,200. Key Finding The Board is not provided …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/10/03/flanders-fire-district-disbursements-2014m-199Lake George Central School District - Purchasing (2018M-167)
… the statutory bidding thresholds. Key Findings Our review of 60 purchases made during the audit period totaling nearly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/11/16/lake-george-central-school-district-purchasing-2018m-167Onondaga County Probation Department - Financial Operations (2018M-147)
… Audit Objective Determine whether internal controls over the Probation Department's (Department) collection, disbursement and enforcement of restitution, fees and surcharges were adequately designed … Review and update policies and procedures for the enforcement of County fees and ensure staff properly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2018/11/16/onondaga-county-probation-department-financial-operations-2018m-147Pocantico Hills Central School District - Procurement (2018M-187)
… Determine whether District officials sought competition for goods and services not subject to competitive bidding. … from 26 providers paid $1.08 million and found, except for minor exceptions which we discussed with District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/11/16/pocantico-hills-central-school-district-procurement-2018m-187Unified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-169
… To notify agencies of the new voluntary group term life insurance (Code 542) available to certain employees of the Unified Court System through Amalgamated Life Insurance Company. Affected Employees Unified Court System … … To notify agencies of the new voluntary group term life insurance Code 542 available to certain employees of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-169-new-deduction-code-542-amalgamated-lifeSkaneateles Central School District - Online Banking (2019M-2)
… Determine whether District officials ensured online banking transactions were appropriate and secure. Key … segregated the duties of employees responsible for online banking transactions and adequately established security procedures over online banking. All online payments and transfers totaling $72 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/03/29/skaneateles-central-school-district-online-banking-2019m-2