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Public Safety Overtime
… from employers who are seeking clarity about public safety overtime, Regulation 315.5 of the New York Codes, … is reportable and pensionable. As of July 1, 2019, public safety overtime that is paid by a public entity, and meets … This includes special duty assignments that involve public safety work that is directed, controlled and paid for by a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/public-safety-overtimeKiantone Independent Fire Department, Inc. – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-295)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether Department controls are … Independent Fire Department, Inc. is located in the Town of Kiantone, in Chautauqua County. The Department contracts … The purpose of our audit was to determine whether Department controls are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2013/12/13/kiantone-independent-fire-department-inc-internal-controlsCollege at Cortland – Selected Employee Travel Expenses
… and under the control of agency management, include car rentals, meals, lodging, transportation, fuel, and incidental …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/13/college-cortland-selected-employee-travel-expensesCollege at Brockport – Selected Employee Travel Expenses
… employees complied with rules and regulations and is free from fraud, waste, and abuse. The audit covers the … employees complied with rules and regulations and is free from fraud waste and abuse …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/28/college-brockport-selected-employee-travel-expensesCapital One Bank Accounts
… established by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) at Capital One Bank and to assess the appropriateness of … Background The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is a public benefit corporation providing transportation … in and around the New York City metropolitan area. The MTA is governed by a 23-member Board of Directors, whose …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/01/27/capital-one-bank-accountsOpinion 98-11
… AND ASSESSMENTS -- Interest and Penalties (where last day of interest-free period falls on a Saturday, Sunday or … 925-a; GENERAL CONSTRUCTION LAW, §25-a: When the last day of the penalty-free period for the payment of real … on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday, the penalty-free period is automatically extended to the next business day and a real …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-11State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. … online banking transactions or use a designated computer for online banking transactions. Not all employees involved … (Oneida County) The district did not seek competition for five professional service contracts totaling $265,706. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsHolland Central School District – Claims Audit (2021M-210)
… the Board did not comply with Education Law 1 and its own policy when it appointed the Superintendent’s secretary …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2022/03/04/holland-central-school-district-claims-audit-2021m-210Cicero Fire District – Financial Condition (2023M-132)
… of $121,981 into the District’s Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP). Effectively monitor available fund … policy. Obtain an independent audit of the District’s 2021 and 2022 financial statements, as required. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2023/12/29/cicero-fire-district-financial-condition-2023m-132Controls Over Cash Advance Accounts
… appropriations and the cash is transferred from the State Treasury to a local bank account for use by the agency. As of … anticipated future needs. Return excess funds to the State Treasury. Other Related Audits/Reports of Interest Office of … Cash Advance Accounts (2013-S-52) Workers' Compensation Board: Controls Over Cash Advance Accounts (2014-S-12) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/06/controls-over-cash-advance-accountsSelected Employee Travel Expenses
… and under the control of agency management, include car rentals, meals, lodging, transportation, fuel, and … (Division) as high risk due to substantial charges for car rentals. The total costs associated with these travel … regulations. Division officials explained that the rental car charges were necessary to transport various Division …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/04/10/selected-employee-travel-expensesSelected Payments for Special Items Made to St. Mary's Hospital from January 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011
… for special items were made according to the provisions of the agreement between Empire and St. Mary’s. Background … primary health benefits plan for NYSHIP. The Department of Civil Service contracts with Empire to administer the hospitalization portion of the Plan. Empire processes Plan claims for hospital …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/01/selected-payments-special-items-made-st-marys-hospital-january-1-2011-through-march-31-2011Selected Employee Travel Expenses
… 21 travel charges totaling $8,386. As a result, we have no assurance that these travel expenses complied with rules and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/11/01/selected-employee-travel-expensesIntroduction – Travel and Conference Expense Management
… or to perform other job-related duties. While travel and conference expenses are generally not a significant budgetary … improper or even fraudulent reimbursements make travel and conference expenses a risk area that creates the need for … to provide guidance regarding the management of travel and conference expenses. Some examples of our audit findings in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/travel-conference-expense/introductionClaryville Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-167)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether District controls are … The Claryville Fire District is a district corporation of the State, distinct and separate from the Town of … The purpose of our audit was to determine whether District controls are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/08/30/claryville-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operations-2013mEmpire BlueCross BlueShield – Selected Payments for Special Items for the Period January 1, 2012 Through June 30, 2012
… provisions of the agreements between Empire and its member hospitals. The audit covered the period from January 1, 2012 … in accordance with agreements they negotiate with member hospitals. Payments for hospital services are generally based on standard fee schedules. However, hospitals may be entitled to additional payments for special …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/12/13/empire-bluecross-blueshield-selected-payments-special-items-period-january-1-2012-throughUncollected Penalties
… Outstanding accounts routinely have no collection activity for two years or more and are often eventually deemed … to eliminate extended periods of inactivity and provide for more periodic and progressive attempts to secure payment. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/07/31/uncollected-penaltiesWestford Fire District – Internal Controls Over Financial Operations (2013M-270)
… moneys are safeguarded for the period January 1, 2012 to August 1, 2013. Background The District is a district … such an audit. Key Recommendations Adopt an investment policy and a purchasing policy. Ensure that formal written procedures relating to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2013/11/22/westford-fire-district-internal-controls-over-financial-operations-2013mProperty Tax Credits
… whether Property Tax Freeze, Property Tax Relief, and STAR credits processed by the Department during the period … of Property Tax Freeze, Property Tax Relief, and STAR credits began at various times, with the oldest program … whether Property Tax Freeze Property Tax Relief and STAR credits processed by the Department during the peri …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/04/12/property-tax-creditsSelected Payments for Special Items Made to Arden Hill Hospital From January 1, 2011 Through March 31, 2011
… if BlueCross BlueShield’s (Empire’s) payments to Arden Hill Hospital (Arden Hill) for special items were made according to the provisions of the agreement between Empire and Arden Hill. Background The New York State Health Insurance Program … if BlueCross BlueShields Empires payments to Arden Hill Hospital Arden Hill for special items were made …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/02/01/selected-payments-special-items-made-arden-hill-hospital-january-1-2011-through-march-31