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What to Expect from an OSC Audit
This session will familiarize you with the entire audit process: from its early stages to final report. Learn what the auditors are looking for, the professional standards they follow, and your role in the process.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/what-to-expect-osc-audit-051524.pdfRequest for Retirement Allowance Data for Firefighters Paid Pursuant to Section 207-a of the General Municipal Law (PF6302)
To obtain information concerning the Accidental and Performance of Duty Disability Retirement Benefits as a basis to adjust the salary being paid to a firefighter pursuant to Section 207-a of the General Municipal Law, NYSLRS employers use form PF6302.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/retirement/forms/pdf/pf6302.pdfOpinion 89-10
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES - Conferences and Training Schools (authority of public library to provide for cash advances) - Reimbursement For Expenses (authority of public library to provide for cash advances) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-10DiNapoli: State Could Face Tough Fiscal Decisions in Year Ahead
… key details that would better inform the public about how their tax dollars are being spent,” DiNapoli said. “It … entities and eligible purposes, but does not specify how funds will be allocated, how recipients are selected or what public benefits are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/05/dinapoli-state-could-face-tough-fiscal-decisions-year-aheadTown of Attica – Payments to Not-for-Profit Organizations (2021M-125)
Determine whether payments Town of Attica (Town) officials made to not-for-profit organizations were for appropriate purposes and were properly approved and supported.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/attica-2021-125.pdfReporting of Community-Based Services Under the Transformation Reinvestment Plan (Follow-Up)
… Objective To assess the extent of implementation of the three … (Report 2021-S-15 ). About the Program OMH’s mission is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a … local governments and non-profit agencies. OMH has sought to reduce the capacity at its inpatient facilities and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/05/08/reporting-community-based-services-under-transformation-reinvestment-plan-followDiNapoli Audit Finds Gaps in NYC School Safety Planning
… and emergency situations in New York City’s schools need to be more strictly enforced by New York City’s Department of Education (DOE), according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … state Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act aims to keep school children and teachers as safe as possible in a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-gaps-nyc-school-safety-planningPutnam Valley Central School District – Financial Condition (2016M-135)
… the statutory limit. Officials have not established a reserve fund policy stating how much would be set aside in each reserve, how each reserve …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/07/08/putnam-valley-central-school-district-financial-condition-2016m-135Medicaid Program – Cost Saving Opportunities on Payments of Medicare Part C Claims
… Part C outpatient claims, except for ambulance and psychology services, for which Medicaid pays 100 percent of … of exemptions to payment limitations for ambulance, psychology, and inpatient services), and engage other …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/09/21/medicaid-program-cost-saving-opportunities-payments-medicare-part-c-claimsOpinion 91-17
… operated pursuant to Public Health Law, §2803-a, only for those county institutions or facilities which are within … Law, §2801(1). You ask whether a county may make purchases for county agencies other than a county infirmary, without … to the competitive bidding requirements of section 103 for purchases by "municipal hospitals" under arrangements …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-17DiNapoli Announces Sale of $916 Million State of New York General Obligation Refunding Bonds
… bonds to reduce debt service costs. The bonds would mature over 22 years. The bonds are expected to be awarded …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/dinapoli-announces-sale-916-million-state-new-york-general-obligation-refunding-bondsSoftware Management (2015-MR-3)
… will have several software applications and multiple licenses for each. Community colleges need an understanding … inventory list of purchased software or associated licenses. We found installations of nonbusiness and … couponing programs as well as a virus. Key Recommendations Update the acceptable use policy to include guidance related …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/community-college/2015/09/25/software-management-2015-mr-3State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… and district officials used $3.1 million in excess reserve funds as a financing source for a capital project, they did …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-0Medicaid Program - Improper Payments to a Dentist (2012-S-52), 90-Day Response
To determine if Medicaid made improper payments for dental claims submitted by Dr. Prosper Bonsi.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2012-12s52-response.pdfFederal Funds to New York City: Medicaid
Medicaid (Assistance Listing Number 93.778) is a health insurance entitlement program for low-income adults and children. Each state administers its own Medicaid program within federal guidelines, and it is jointly funded by the federal and state governments.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/federal-funds-to-nyc-medicaid.pdfWhat to Expect from an OSC Audit
This session will familiarize you with the entire audit process: from its early stages to the final report. Learn what the auditors are looking for, the professional standards they follow, and your role in the process.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/what-to-expect-from-an-osc-audit-04082026.pdfOpinion 2002-1
… of the program. We do not see any compelling reason to depart from the literal language of the statute. Accordingly, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-1Opinion 90-26
… Where the lowest bid on the proposed installation of sprinkler systems in fire district buildings exceeds the … approved a bond resolution for the installation of sprinkler systems in two buildings of the fire district at an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-26Opinion 2000-24
… villages) POLICE AND POLICE PROTECTION -- Contract for (between two non-contiguous villages) VILLAGES -- Police … agreement pursuant to General Municipal Law, article 5-G for the provision of police protection as a joint service. … to General Municipal Law, article 5-G (§119-m et seq.) for the joint provision of police protection. General …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-24About the Standard Work Day and Reporting Resolution – Reporting Elected and Appointed Officials
… elected or appointed officials who are paid per diem (per call, case, meeting, etc.), how do you determine the number of days per month to record in the Days/Month (Based … elected or appointed officials who are paid per diem (per call, case, meeting, etc.), how do you determine the number …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/reporting-ea-officials/about-standard-work-day-and-reporting-resolution