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State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on MTA Financial Plan
… The idea that it will be years before the MTA needs to find a solution to its structural imbalance is troubling. … tax revenues will allow one-time federal aid to be stretched further and reduce expected reliance on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-mta-financial-planState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… adequately safeguard information technology (IT) resources to ensure personal, private and sensitive information (PPSI) was protected. The failure to protect PPSI can have significant consequences on the … IT control weaknesses were communicated confidentially to officials. City of Johnstown – Financial Management …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… and Board Oversight (Schoharie County) The board failed to implement proper internal controls and the former … accounts were never used and one account was last used to log on to the network more than nine years ago. Pocatella Fire …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsWappingers Central School District – Fuel Accountability (2015M-135)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the District’s maintenance of fuel inventories for … District officials do not review system activity reports to identify anomalies regarding quantities dispensed, fueling … night. Review fuel transaction activity on a monthly basis to identify unusual transactions. Maintain a log for fuel …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2015/08/28/wappingers-central-school-district-fuel-accountability-2015m-135Honeoye Falls-Lima Central School District – Financial Management and Competitive Procurement (2016M-124)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the District’s financial management and … trends or other identified analysis. Develop a plan to reduce the amount of unrestricted fund balance in a manner … reasonable and in compliance with statutory requirements. To the extent they are not, transfers should be made in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/08/26/honeoye-falls-lima-central-school-district-financial-management-andVillage of Horseheads – Collections (2023M-169)
… deposited until we identified the discrepancy, or seven to 11 months after collection. The Board of Trustees (Board) … with New York State Village Law which required the Board to annually audit the Clerk-Treasurer’s records and reports. … In March 2024, the Assistant Clerk pleaded guilty to attempted petit larceny and paid full restitution. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2024/05/10/village-horseheads-collections-2023m-169Caledonia Joint Fire District – Board Oversight of Long-Term Planning (2024M-102)
… plans or develop and adopt a written policy related to fund balance and reserves. For example, the Board and … a capital building reserve totaling $16,424 and planned to construct a multimillion-dollar fire station but did not … three Board members did not know when these items needed to be replaced or their estimated replacement costs. Although …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2024/11/08/caledonia-joint-fire-district-board-oversight-long-term-planning-2024m-102Wayland-Cohocton Central School District – Building Access Accounts and Badges (2024M-113)
… and monitor building access accounts and badges used to access District buildings. Accounts and badges that are … did not have an adequate process for granting access to non-employees. Almost half of the active building access … 209 building access accounts and badges. Granted access to 39 individuals participating in continuing education …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2024/12/20/wayland-cohocton-central-school-district-building-access-accounts-andVillage of Cedarhurst – Transparency of Fiscal Activities (S9-24-19)
… Reported the results of the Village’s fiscal activities to the public in a transparent manner. Key Findings The Board did not: Conduct an annual audit, or cause to be audited, the CFO’s 2022-23 financial records and … or Report the results of the Village’s fiscal activities to the public, as required by GML Section 30 and Village Law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/village-cedarhurst-transparency-fiscal-activities-s9-24-19Village of Great Neck – Transparency of Fiscal Activities (S9-24-20)
… Reported the results of the Village’s fiscal activities to the public in a transparent manner. Key Findings The Board did not: Conduct an annual audit, or cause to be audited, the CFO’s 2022-23 fiscal year financial … Village’s fiscal activities for the past four fiscal years to the public, as required by GML Section 30 and Village Law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/village-great-neck-transparency-fiscal-activities-s9-24-20Village of Hoosick Falls – Transparency of Fiscal Activities (S9-24-16)
… Reported the results of the Village’s fiscal activities to the public in a transparent manner. Key Findings The … could not assess the Village’s financial operations to make informed decisions. The Board did not: Conduct an annual audit, or cause to be audited, the CFO’s 2022-23 fiscal year financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/village-hoosick-falls-transparency-fiscal-activities-s9-24-16Town of Hyde Park - Payroll and Time Records (2018M-225)
… Findings Town officials established adequate procedures to ensure that payroll and time records were accurate. We … timesheet files instead of printing paper copies to file. Officials agreed with our recommendation and indicated they planned to initiate corrective action. … Determine whether the Towns …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2019/02/01/town-hyde-park-payroll-and-time-records-2018m-225State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on Superstorm Sandy Anniversary
… Even now, New Yorkers are relying on state government to provide resources. I hope that the new laws recommended by … office are helping communities pay storm expenses. Whether to expedite contracts or report on recovery funds spent by the state, my office will continue to assist so that we can rebuild our state and make sure the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-superstorm-sandy-anniversaryCUNY Bulletin No. CU-375
… Purpose To notify agencies of an automatic Dues and Agency Shop Fee … (Code 267 ) and Agency Shop Fee (Code 293 ) from $31.00 to $34.00. Agency Actions Notify affected employees. … Questions regarding this bulletin may be e-mailed to the Payroll Deduction mailbox. … This bulletin notifies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-375-service-employees-international-union-seiu-local-246-duesTax Exemption Administration In the Towns of Babylon, Brookhaven, Huntington, Islip and Smithtown (2019MR-1)
… documentation. Assessors misclassified or failed to grant supported exemptions. Key Recommendations Properly … equalization rate or other uniform rate of assessment to all properties listed on the Town’s assessment roll. … before granting exemptions. Annually verify income to support Senior Citizen exemptions. … Determine whether …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2019/09/20/tax-exemption-administration-towns-babylon-brookhaven-huntington-islipCUNY Bulletin No. CU-735
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies of an automatic dues increase for … automatically increase the current dues amount of $50.19 to $60.46. Agency Actions Agencies must notify affected … Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Payroll Deduction mailbox. … CUNY Bulletin No CU735 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-725-international-brotherhood-teamsters-ibt-local-237-elevatorState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli on the Passing of Former Senator Joe Bruno
… his kindness and great sense of humor. He was dedicated to the Capital Region and always 100 percent behind efforts to position this area for a better future. I send my condolences to Joe’s family and his many friends from across the state of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-passing-former-senator-joe-brunoXI.12 Overview – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… the prudent expenditure of funds. From contract award to contract closeout, any number of circumstances may arise … the agency and the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) to ensure continuity of programs and services. This section … contracts in the Statewide Financial System (SFS). Guide to Financial Operations REV. 09/11/2024 … The management of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi12-overviewMWBE Waivers Granted
… with MWBE State contract goals. Waivers may be granted to offerors and contractors who certify that every Good Faith Effort has been taken to promote MWBE participation in accordance to the requirements set forth under the contract. Below are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-vendors/resources/mwbe-waivers-grantedComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… . State Comptroller DiNapoli has made it a priority to audit school district, BOCES and charter school finances and operations to ensure money is being spent appropriately and effectively. The Comptroller’s audits are designed to help schools improve their financial management practices …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits