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Town of Southampton - Board of Trustees of the Freeholders and Commonalty – Trustee Oversight (2013M-39)
… preserve and regulate the land and water ways that are under the Trustees’ control. The Trustees’ operating … of $38,097 that were not covered by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insurance. The Trustees did not … under which money can be invested, and requiring FDIC coverage or other security for bank accounts. Develop …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/05/17/town-southampton-board-trustees-freeholders-and-commonalty-trustee-oversight-2013mHicksville Water District – Competitive Quotations (2013M-233)
… in the Towns of Oyster Bay and Hempstead, in Nassau County. The District provides water to about 48,000 customers … our sample included five purchases made under a State or County contract, and five vendors in which the District took … a copy of the written quotes be attached to the payment voucher or purchase order, no quotes were attached to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/district/2013/10/25/hicksville-water-district-competitive-quotations-2013m-233VII.10.C Reducing a Cash Advance – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… Reducing a cash advance can be voluntary on the part of the agency or could be required by OSC. Any State agency … to discontinue operations must return the full amount of the advance. Reduce a Cash Advance Prepare a check in the amount of the reduction payable to the Commissioner of Taxation and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii10c-reducing-cash-advanceAmsterdam Housing Authority – Claims Processing and Related Not-for-Profit Corporations (2013M-126)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine internal controls over selected Authority … financial operations for the period January 1, 2011, to November 30, 2012. Background The Amsterdam Housing … Montgomery County. The Authority was established pursuant to Section 428 of the Public Housing Law to provide low-rent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2013/08/23/amsterdam-housing-authority-claims-processing-and-related-not-profit-corporationsNewark School District Public Library – Board Oversight (2014M-54)
… August 26, 2013. Background The Newark Public Library is located in Wayne County. A Board of Trustees comprising … to disburse payroll by accessing the Library’s bank account and withdrawing enough funds to cover payroll, payroll taxes, health insurance premium, and fees for its services. Key Recommendations Adhere to and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2014/06/20/newark-school-district-public-library-board-oversight-2014m-54Comsewogue Public Library – Cash Disbursements and Procurement (2013M-316)
… not require prior Board approval. The Treasurer does not sign all checks to pay claims. Rather, the Board authorized … by the Board if it intends to permit such disbursements. Sign all checks that are disbursed by the Library. Revise the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2014/01/31/comsewogue-public-library-cash-disbursements-and-procurement-2013m-316Town of Forestport – Financial Management (2013M-184)
… Town of Forestport Financial Management 2013M184 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/09/06/town-forestport-financial-management-2013m-184DiNapoli: Former School District Treasurer Sentenced for Stealing Funds
… Bacon and the FBI for their continued partnership in the fight against public corruption.” Hand admitted she stole … public corruption and encourages the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/dinapoli-former-school-district-treasurer-sentenced-stealing-fundsRoosevelt Fire District – Length of Service Award Program (2025M-40)
… Board did not ensure that the LOSAP was annually audited in accordance with New York State General Municipal Law (GML) Section 181-b, or in the alternative, ensure LOSAP disclosure notes were included in the District’s annual audit. During the audit period, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2025/07/18/roosevelt-fire-district-length-service-award-program-2025m-40Willsboro Fire Department – Financial Operations (2014M-206)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate internal controls over the Department’s financial … provides fire protection and other emergency services to Willsboro Fire District residents. The Department … activities. Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date accounting records. Perform monthly bank reconciliations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2014/10/10/willsboro-fire-department-financial-operations-2014m-206Opinion 88-51
… in an ordinarily efficient operating condition. It does not add to the value of the property, nor does it appreciably prolong its life. It merely keeps the … prolong the life of the property, increase its value, or make it adaptable to a different use.' (Illinois Merchants …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-51Opinion 93-1
… to salary fixed for county attorney in the event of a vacancy) COUNTY CLERK -- Deputy (entitlement to salary fixed for clerk in the event of a vacancy) COUNTY TREASURER -- Deputy (entitlement to salary fixed for treasurer in the event of a vacancy) PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- Compensation (for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-1Opinion 95-20
… views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. FEES -- Court Fees (filing fees paid in Surrogate's Court proceedings seeking multiple relief) COURTS -- … Whether a surrogates court should charge a petitioner one filing fee or separate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-20DiNapoli: The Mayor's Proposed Budget Takes Large Steps In Addressing Outstanding Labor Contracts
… city forecasts lower Wall Street profits and bonuses in calendar year 2014. Although Wall Street has been profitable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/dinapoli-mayors-proposed-budget-takes-large-steps-addressing-outstanding-labor-contractsCost-Saving Ideas: Evaluating Solid Waste Collection Options
… collection efforts. Transfer stations: A transfer station may include one or more large containers for solid … site an expensive undertaking. The proximity of a transfer station may make it a lower cost alternative. Updated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-evaluating-solid-waste-collection-optionsOpinion 99-1
… -- Service Award Program (requirement that program assets be held in trust); (provision of death benefits to volunteer … of a service award program for volunteer firefighters must be held in trust. (2) A service award program may provide … of a service award program for volunteer firefighters must be held in trust. You also ask whether such a service award …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-99-1Opinion 92-53
… is not required to approve a distribution formula adopted by the county. You state that a county imposes a three per … to Tax Law, §1224(b). Therefore, the county is required, by Tax Law, §1262(d), to distribute one-half (i.e., 1 1/2%) … the total county sales tax receipts returned to the county by New York State and that the remaining 40% will be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-53Town of East Hampton – Budget Review (B18-7-9)
… Purpose of Budget Review The purpose of our budget review was to determine whether the significant … the 2019 fiscal year are reasonable. Background The Town of East Hampton, located in Suffolk County, is authorized to … Town of East Hampton Budget Review B1879 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2018/10/29/town-east-hampton-budget-review-b18-7-9Town of East Hampton – Budget Review (B17-7-15)
… the significant revenue and expenditure projections in the Town’s tentative budget for the 2018 fiscal year are … reasonable. Background The Town of East Hampton, located in Suffolk County, is authorized to issue debt not to exceed $30 million to liquidate the accumulated deficit in the Town’s general fund as of December 31, 2007, December …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2017/11/02/town-east-hampton-budget-review-b17-7-15Vendor File Advisory No. 11
… correct bank account or address. The “Location” section of the Vendor Record contains business values defined by the … based on the vendor’s preference. If the agency is unsure of which Location to choose for the transaction, agency staff …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/vendor-file-advisory/11-vendor-location