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Cherry Valley Fire District - Board Oversight (2019M-141)
Determine whether the Board properly established reserve funds, equitably billed for fire protection services, ensured the Treasurer prepared and filed records
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/pdf/cherry-valley-2019-141_0.pdfFund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type Definitions
explain the new GAAP reporting requirements for fund balance and special revenue funds, and the effects on AUD school districts ST-3
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/gasb54.pdfReview of the Financial Plan of the City of New York - May 2019
The FY 2020 budget totals $92.5 billion, including $68.2 billion that will be funded with locally generated revenues (i.e., City funds).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-3-2020.pdfAccounting for Retained Percentages (Retainage)
This bulletin provides updated guidance related to accounting for retained percentages for governmental and proprietary funds in fund level financial records.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/accounting-for-retained-percentages.pdfFund Classification Manual
The Fund Classification Manual (FCM) is updated periodically throughout the year to reflect changes made to various funds pursuant to legislation.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/pdf/fund-classification-manual.pdfPort Chester-Rye Union Free School District – Financial Condition (2015M-147)
… District’s reserves were funded by transfers of surplus funds at year-end rather than through appropriations in … that could reasonably be paid for using existing reserve funds. Include planned transfers to reserves as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2015/09/25/port-chester-rye-union-free-school-district-financial-condition-2015m-147Monticello Central School District – Budgeting (2014M-97)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the District’s financial … Monticello Central School District is located in the Towns of Bethel, Fallsburgh, Forestburgh, Mamakating and Thompson …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/09/05/monticello-central-school-district-budgeting-2014m-97Warsaw Central School District – Financial Management (2016M-278)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the District’s financial management activities for the period July 1, 2012 through June 13, 2016. Background The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/12/16/warsaw-central-school-district-financial-management-2016m-278Town of Guilford – Budgeting (2023M-144)
… revenues exceeded estimated revenues by an average of $210,000 (42 percent) in the general fund and $180,000 (17 … the general fund incurred operating surpluses each year for a combined total of $378,991.Therefore, appropriated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2024/03/08/town-guilford-budgeting-2023m-144Alexandria Central School District – Financial Condition (2016M-5)
… September 30, 2015. Background The Alexandria Central School District is located in the Towns of Alexandria, … Alexandria Central School District Financial Condition 2016M5 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/03/25/alexandria-central-school-district-financial-condition-2016m-5Groton Central School District – Financial Management (2014M-288)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine the District’s financial activities for the period July 1, … maintained in compliance with statutes. Stop raising more real property taxes than necessary. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2015/01/09/groton-central-school-district-financial-management-2014m-288Broome-Delaware-Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services – Capital Planning (2023M-1)
… that use BOCES’ services) school districts’ surplus funds over the last three school years. Although most of the … fund capital expenditures. Ensure that all surplus funds are apportioned back to component and participating …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/boces/2023/06/16/broome-delaware-tioga-board-cooperative-educational-services-capital-planning-2023mXI.12.D Closing Contracts – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) can close a contract in the Statewide Financial System (SFS), regardless of … are associated with the contract. All purchase orders are in either “Cancelled” or “Complete” status. No retainage is … to close purchase orders associated with contracts in a timely fashion by disencumbering excess funds and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi12d-closing-contractsTown of Columbus – Budget Development Practices (2012M-225)
… Board and Supervisor did not develop sound budgets based on actual current needs and/or past activity. Instead, the … 2012, its adopted budget for 2013 is more closely based on realistic revenue and expenditure figures that take actual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/03/08/town-columbus-budget-development-practices-2012m-225Altmar-Parish-Williamstown Central School District - Financial Condition Management (2018M-258)
… - pdf] Audit Objective Determine whether the Board and District officials effectively managed the District’s financial condition. Key Findings District officials reduced excessive unrestricted fund … Determine whether the Board and District officials effectively managed the Districts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/03/08/altmar-parish-williamstown-central-school-district-financial-conditionClyde Fire Company – Controls Over Financial Activity (2015M-072)
… individuals to the audit committee to review and approve bills prior to payment. Document monthly bank reconciliations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2015/08/14/clyde-fire-company-controls-over-financial-activity-2015m-072Investment Advisory Committee
… Timothy Collins CEO & Senior Managing Director Ripplewood Holdings, LLC Peter J. Hayes Retired Chief Investment Officer and Head … Johnson Chairman & Chief Economist Hugh Johnson Advisors, LLC Catherine A. Lynch, CFA Independent Board Director …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund/resources/investment-advisory-committeeGrahamsville Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-117)
… However, the District has not formally established reserve funds. Key Recommendations Develop accurate budgets that … that benefits District taxpayers. Ensure that reserve funds are established, funded and used in accordance with all …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/08/09/grahamsville-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operationsSalamanca City School District – Financial Management and Payroll (2017M-138)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the District’s financial management practices and … the statutory limit. Review all reserves at least annually to determine if the amounts reserved are necessary and reasonable. Any excess funds should be transferred to unrestricted fund balance (where allowed by law) or to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/03/30/salamanca-city-school-district-financial-management-and-payroll-2017m-138Ballston Area Recreation Commission – Board Oversight (2015M-269)
… or make regular bank deposits for money collected from the soccer concession stand. The Commission has not filed annual … and recover from the Director all funds received from the soccer concession stand that were not deposited. File the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/02/05/ballston-area-recreation-commission-board-oversight-2015m-269