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City of Newburgh – Budget Review (B17-6-18)
… of Budget Review The purpose of our budget review was to determine whether the significant revenue and expenditure … Background The City of Newburgh, located in Orange County, is authorized to issue debt not to exceed $15 million to … when one of its expired collective bargaining agreements is settled. The City continues to budget minimal amounts for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2017/11/14/city-newburgh-budget-review-b17-6-18State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on Arrest of Muge Ma for COVID-Related Scam
… of the pandemic, Muge Ma allegedly pretended to work for the government to obtain life-saving medical equipment in … said. “I thank United States Attorney Berman and the FBI for working with my office to hold this scammer accountable.” Press Release Chinese National Arrested For $20 Million Scheme To Fraudulently Obtain Loans Intended …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-arrest-muge-ma-covid-related-scamCampbell-Savona Central School District – Budget Review (B2-13-12)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our budget review was to determine whether the significant revenue and expenditure … located in Steuben County, issued debt totaling $3,250,000 to liquidate the accumulated deficit in the District’s … requires all local governments that have been authorized to issue obligations to fund operating deficits to submit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/04/24/campbell-savona-central-school-district-budget-review-b2-13-12Monitoring Town Asphalt Road Projects (2012MS-7)
… verify that the product matches contract specifications. New York State Labor Law requires vendors hired on a public work …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2013/04/05/monitoring-town-asphalt-road-projects-2012ms-7Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… The board has not established a computer use policy for employees to define appropriate user behavior or … to ensure the security of the District’s IT system. For example, the treasurer has administrative rights to the … software application, which creates the opportunity for the manipulation and concealment of transactions. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-1Horseheads Fire District #1 - Board Oversight (2019M-82)
… Determine whether the Board provided adequate oversight of the District’s finances. Key Findings The Board did not: … … Determine whether the Board provided adequate oversight of the Districts finances …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2019/06/28/horseheads-fire-district-1-board-oversight-2019m-82Identifying Fiscal Cliffs in New York City’s Financial Plan
… Please review our latest NYC Financial Plan Review reports for more information on fiscal cliffs. Last updated December … additional risks to published budget gaps. The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) examined fiscal years FY 2022 … initiatives to close the gaps may include new revenues, cost efficiencies, or other forms of savings. However, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/osdc/identifying-fiscal-cliffs-new-york-citys-financial-planState Contract and Payment Actions in July
In July the Office of the State Comptroller approved 1440 contracts for state agencies and public authorities valued at $111 billion and approved nearly 166 million payments worth nearly $137 billion
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/08/state-contract-and-payment-actions-julyComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Underwood Announce Indictment of Former NYC Council Candidate Alberto Alvarez and Former Non-Profit Director Anna Mendez
… the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-underwood-announce-indictment-former-nyc-council-candidate-albertoAppointment of Claims Auditor – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… best practice, the governing board may provide the claims auditor with a job description and other guidance to communicate the claims auditor’s responsibilities, as long as such guidance is … placed or approved the purchase in question. The claims auditor should attend training specific to responsibilities …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/appointment-claims-auditorVillage of Nelliston - Payroll and Accounting Records (2018M-162)
… if the Clerk-Treasurer maintained timely and complete records and reports to allow the Board to properly manage the … handbook. The Clerk did not maintain adequate accounting records and failed to provide financial information to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2018/12/14/village-nelliston-payroll-and-accounting-records-2018m-162Accounts Payable Advisory No. 66
… : Updated Reporting Process for the Theft, Loss or Misuse of State Assets Reference : Guide to Financial Operations: … Chapter XII.10.E – Reporting the Theft, Loss or Misuse of State Assets Guidance : To enable the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) to carry out its fiscal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/66-reporting-process-theft-loss-or-misuse-state-assetsState Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on New York City Preliminary Budget
… released the following statement on New York City’s fiscal year (FY) 2024 preliminary budget proposal: “The plan takes … pandemic relief and increasing projections based on year-to-date tax collections. In combination with another … those funds in FY 2024 to prepay a portion of next year’s expenses. “These changes to the FY 2023 budget have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-new-york-city-preliminary-budgetDiNapoli Audit: Next In Line For Mitchell-Lama Apartments Were Skipped
… Applicants who were next in line for coveted Mitchell-Lama apartments were skipped … three developments: Cadman Towers, a 421-unit co-op in Brooklyn; Trinity House, a 199-unit rental building on … Side; and Washington Square Southeast, a 174-unit co-op in Greenwich Village. Next in Line for an Apartment, Skipped …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-audit-next-line-mitchell-lama-apartments-were-skippedOpinion 96-23
… it is liable, or to recover damages for any inquiry to any property or rights for which it is liable, shall be in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-96-23State Contract and Payment Actions in January
… Approved Department of Agriculture and Markets $4 million with Resist Inc. to provide program administration services … Program. New York State Canal Corporation $6.9 million with Erie Canalway Heritage Fund, Inc. for marketing and … services. Office of Cannabis Management $6.9 million with FTI Inc. for True Party of Interest auditors. Office of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/03/state-contract-and-payment-actions-januarySelected Aspects of Discretionary Spending
… The audit covers the period from April 1, 2010 through March 31, 2012. Background The New York State Energy Research … and training. In addition, an Authority procurement card was used for personal items and other questionable … Fund: Selected Aspects of Discretionary Spending (2013-S-14) … New York State Energy Research and Development Authority …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/09/30/selected-aspects-discretionary-spending-2DiNapoli and Hein Announce Training For Fire Districts and EMS Agencies
… County Executive Michael P. Hein, on financial safeguards for fire districts in Ulster County. “Fire district … DiNapoli’s office to offer an internal controls training for all fire services,” said Ray Preziosi, President, … Office, this training will be a valuable tool for all fire departments.” The move comes after DiNapoli’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-and-hein-announce-training-fire-districts-and-ems-agenciesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal and School Audits
… and reliable accounting records were not maintained. For example, the Dec. 31, 2022 ending bank statement balances …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-and-school-auditsSocial Media Use Policy
… TOS. For more information, consult the host website's TOS. In addition they may indicate that they utilize "cookies," … OSC welcomes and encourages you to participate in the discussion on our social media sites. To keep the … compromise the safety or security of the public. Comments in support of or opposition to political campaigns or ballot …
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