Search
DiNapoli: Recent Federal Actions Will Have Significant Impact on Higher Education in NY
… colleges and universities are proud partners in advancing educational opportunity, innovation, and workforce …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-recent-federal-actions-will-have-significant-impact-higher-education-nyState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… and could not demonstrate that $8 million held in seven of these reserves was reasonable or needed. In addition, the … balance ranging from $2.4 to $3 million (10.3 to 12.8%) of the next year’s budget (during the same period), which … funded by $304,641 and a debt reserve, with a balance of approximately $1 million, was not used to pay debt-service …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0Accounts Payable Advisory No. 56
… Subject: New section regarding separation of duties Reference: Guide to Financial Operations (GFO), Chapter XI-A, Section 1.A –Separation of Duties Guidance: According to the Standards for Internal Control in New York State Government , separation of duties is a basic internal control activity that separates …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/56-separation-dutiesComptroller DiNapoli Statement on Rosh Hashanah
… last year and look forward to the new year. Rosh Hashanah is a time of sweetness and joy, and I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of my friends in the Jewish community a happy, peaceful, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/comptroller-dinapoli-statement-rosh-hashanahAccounts Payable Advisory No. 55
… Subject: Invoice Received Date Reference: Guide to Financial Operations (GFO), Chapter XII, Section 5.F – Invoice Received Date Guidance: Effective July 12, 2018, the Invoice Received Date is required for all payments to vendors … Invoice Received Date …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/55-invoice-received-dateSpecial Disability Benefits – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… to bodily fluids that may have involved the transmission of this disease), tuberculosis or hepatitis after contact with members of the public. Firefighters who are permanently disabled by … entry to firefighting service that did not reveal evidence of the disabling condition, may be eligible for an accidental …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/special-disability-benefitsComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. “By auditing municipal … 50,000 state contracts, visit http://www.openbooknewyork.com/ . The easy-to-use website was created by Comptroller …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1Maximus, Inc.
… (RAP) under contracts CM00939 and TQ00002. The objective of our examination was to determine whether PMA’s implementation of the RAP achieved the claimed savings. Background DOH added … in contract amendments for services outside the scope of the original contract. The services were related to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/23/maximus-incComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being spent appropriately and effectively.” Capital Region … claims to be audited in a timely manner and in accordance with BOCES policy and state law. Skaneateles Central School … transparent because they did not include estimated amounts for tax certiorari judgment or the district’s plan for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal … promote transparency in government and provide taxpayers with better access to financial data. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsAusable Valley Central School District – Internal Controls Over Selected Financial Activities (2013M-299)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether the District had … Franklin Counties. The District is governed by the Board of Education which comprises seven elected members. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/02/28/ausable-valley-central-school-district-internal-controls-over-selectedVillage of Addison – Payroll (2024M-12)
… that, if implemented, will improve the Village’s payroll function. Village officials generally agreed with our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2025/07/11/village-addison-payroll-2024m-12Pine Bush Central School District – Budgeting Practices and Transportation Cost Savings (2012M-238)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine the District’s fund balance and … and Ulster Counties. The District is governed by the Board of Education, which comprises seven elected members. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/03/08/pine-bush-central-school-district-budgeting-practices-and-transportationNewfield Central School District – Financial Condition (2013M-238)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the District’s financial activities for the period July 1, 2011 to May 22, 2013. Background The Newfield Central School … included the use of surplus and reserved fund balances to finance operations, the positive variances between their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/12/20/newfield-central-school-district-financial-condition-2013m-238V.3.D Accounts – V. Chart of Accounts (COA) Governance
… The Account ChartField identifies type of resources acquired or disbursed and defines the purpose of a transaction. Account is required on all transactions. … all agencies will be able to access the complete list of Account codes in the SFS. The Account ChartField is five …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-v/v3d-accountsTown of New Berlin – Ambulance Company Loan (2013M-22)
… Purpose of Audit The objective of our audit was to assess the Town’s practices regarding the … 1, 2012, through June 28, 2012. Background The Town of New Berlin is located in Chenango County. An elected … Town of New Berlin Ambulance Company Loan 2013M22 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/06/07/town-new-berlin-ambulance-company-loan-2013m-22A Statement from Comptroller DiNapoli on the Murder of George Floyd
… The brutal killing of George Floyd is yet another traumatic example of the profound pain and … are demanding real change. Acknowledging systemic racism is a start. The next step is tangible, comprehensive action. Change to address racial … The brutal killing of George Floyd is yet another traumatic example of the profound pain and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/06/statement-comptroller-dinapoli-murder-george-floydComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. “By auditing municipal … budget are reasonable. The town’s proposed budget complies with the property tax levy limit. Town of Elmira – Audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsCaneadea Fire District – Treasurer’s Records and Reports (2025M-118)
… manner to enable informed decision-making by the board of fire commissioners, prevent fraud or misappropriation of funds, comply with reporting requirements and maintain … and proper financial management, oversight by the board of fire commissioners and taxpayers, and the protection of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2026/01/30/caneadea-fire-district-treasurers-records-and-reports-2025m-118State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… not contain specific identifying information. Village of East Syracuse – Board Oversight of Cash Receipts and … or loss. In addition to sensitive information technology control weaknesses that were communicated confidentially to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0