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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… were adequately accounted for, recorded and reported. As a result, the company had an increased risk of theft, waste and … partially implemented all three recommendations. As a result, the district’s network continued to have increased …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-auditsCost-Saving Ideas: Evaluate the Efficiency of Your Water Delivery System
… Establishing an effective water accounting system is a necessary first step in controlling water losses and reducing water system costs. The Federal Environmental Protection … CostSaving Ideas Evaluate the Efficiency of Your Water Delivery System …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-evaluate-efficiency-your-water-delivery-systemMonitoring the Green Innovation Grant Program
… the end of 2016, the Corporation has awarded $135 million for 167 selected projects representing every region of the … comply with the requirement to install interpretive signs for the project. Additionally, several grantees did not … 75 percent completion window. Develop and implement a plan for post-construction monitoring of grantees’ compliance with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/06/20/monitoring-green-innovation-grant-programEnforcement of Mitchell-Lama Surcharge Provisions
… the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). This audit focused on the income … is the nation’s largest municipal housing preservation and development agency. Its mission is to make strategic investments that will improve and strengthen …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/03/10/enforcement-mitchell-lama-surcharge-provisionsAccess-A-Ride Accident Claims
… calendar year 2008 through calendar 2010, but declined in calendar year 2011. However, carrier incidents of $1,000 … of the first annual review. However, this practice is not in writing or approved by the Department of Motor Vehicles. … them of their responsibility to report accidents to AAR in accordance with their contract and ensure they have a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/04/24/access-ride-accident-claimsPublic Health – 2022 Financial Condition Report
… Plan or Child Health Plus (which provides coverage for children under the age of 19 with incomes above Medicaid … but only 43.1 percent of the costs of DOH Medicaid claims for the State in SFY 2021-22. Elderly, blind, and disabled … made up 19.3 percent of eligible recipients, but accounted for 55.2 percent of DOH Medicaid claims costs. Essential …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2022-fcr/public-healthOversight of Pupil Transportation Services (Follow-Up)
… with State aid covering $2 billion. The New York State Education Law requires the State Education Department … to (a) determine and define the qualifications of drivers, monitors, and attendants and to make the rules and … training and safety technique requirements for school bus drivers and school bus safety training instructors and make …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/06/22/oversight-pupil-transportation-services-followDiNapoli Announces $15 Million Investment in Northern Ireland
… (Fund) is investing $15 million (£9 million) with Northern Ireland venture capital firm Crescent Capital. The allocation … estimated $30 million anticipated investment in Northern Ireland. “We’ve found a dynamic opportunity to provide the … a solid return on investment,” DiNapoli said. “Northern Ireland has the young, skilled workforce and the solid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/dinapoli-announces-15-million-investment-northern-irelandState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced … Track state and local government spending at Open Book New York . Under State Comptroller DiNapoli’s open data … New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today announced …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/08/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-auditsNY State Comptroller DiNapoli Announces Appointment of Interim Emerging Managers Director
… of perspectives and experiences is an essential asset for institutional investors. I look forward to his … and Sly has already added to our work opening the doors for up-and-coming financial managers,” said Chief investment … Albany, N.Y. Prior to becoming a senior investment officer for the Fund’s Emerging Manager Program in 2020, McClearn …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-announces-appointment-interim-emerging-managers-directorDiNapoli Op-Ed: The Double-Edged Sword of Pandemic-Driven Technological Acceleration
… such as the one my office conducted in New York City, can help drive change by raising awareness of where risks lie. … impacts. I encourage my colleagues in government to join me in ensuring that AI systems work to further the greater …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/dinapoli-op-ed-double-edged-sword-pandemic-driven-technological-accelerationDiNapoli Reaches Agreement With Mattel Inc. on Political Spending Disclosure
… today announced that Mattel Inc., one of the world's largest toy manufacturers, has agreed to the New York State Common Retirement Fund's (Fund) request that they publicly report on and adopt board … as of Jan. 31, 2018. Mattel's portfolio includes Barbie, Hot Wheels, American Girl and Fisher-Price brand products. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/dinapoli-reaches-agreement-mattel-inc-political-spending-disclosureShareholders Cheer Lowe's New Green Energy Initiatives
… towards reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the energy efficiency of its stores nationwide. The New York … it will study the feasibility of procuring renewable energy to power its stores. "Lowe's is to be commended for … climate risk concerns and lowering its non-renewable energy usage," said New York State Comptroller Thomas P. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/shareholders-cheer-lowes-new-green-energy-initiativesComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… debit withdrawals ($67,303) and check payments ($78,441) to questionable businesses in which there was no evidence … the benefit of private parties. Typically, a town would need a leasehold interest, or at least a license for town … 58 out of 765 (8 percent) agricultural, veterans and senior citizen exemptions, totaling $2.9 million, on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/03/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… government audits has been issued. Town of Decatur – Town Clerk (Otsego County) Auditors determined the town clerk did not issue duplicate receipts for any collections … In addition the annual financial reports and tax cap forms were not filed, as required. As a result, the board was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fund balance to decline 65% from $1,165,418 as of Jan. 1, 2018 to $403,003 as of Dec. 31, 2020.If the board continues to use fund balance at the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsState Police Bulletin No. SP-171
… meet the eligibility criteria Background Chapters 234 and 235 of the Laws of 2015, which implemented the Agreements …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-police/sp-171-2016-state-police-hazardous-duty-payCharlotte Valley Central School District - Budget Review (B4-15-6)
… budget for the 2015-16 fiscal year. Background The Charlotte Valley Central School District, located in … Charlotte Valley Central School District Budget Review B4156 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2015/04/09/charlotte-valley-central-school-district-budget-review-b4-15-6West Sand Lake Fire District #1 - Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-398)
… The West Sand Lake Fire District No. 1 is located in Rensselaer County. The Board of Fire Commissioners (Board) … Key Recommendations There were no recommendations in this report. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/03/21/west-sand-lake-fire-district-1-internal-controls-over-financial-operationsOpinion 90-27
… for the establishment of joint fire districts without petition. Article 11-A of the Town Law (§189-a et seq. ) and … of functions or duties in a county with an alternative form of government). However, given the requirement that each … (§90 et seq .), which governs the conduct of referenda on petition in towns, is applicable "[w]henever this chapter …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-27