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Town of Throop – Oversight of the Supervisor’s Cash Collections and Disbursements (2022M-172)
… Supervisor and Town Board (Board) ensured cash assets in the Supervisor’s custody were properly collected and … did not properly collect and disburse cash assets in his custody, nor did the Board ensure the Supervisor … properly performed those duties. Our audit found $15,823 in missing funds. We also found that the former Supervisor: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2024/05/03/town-throop-oversight-supervisors-cash-collections-and-disbursements-2022m-172Town of DeWitt – Planning and Zoning and Recreation Departments' Collections (2024M-6)
… (Town) officials effectively managed the Planning and Zoning, and Recreation Departments’ cash collections. Key … Town officials did not effectively manage the Planning and Zoning, and Recreation Departments’ cash collections. … received were deposited. Of the 40 Planning and Zoning Department fees reviewed totaling $73,732, 18 were not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2024/04/26/town-dewitt-planning-and-zoning-and-recreation-departments-collections-2024m-6Rockville Centre Union Free School District – Information Technology (2023M-140)
… (IT) security awareness training. As a result, the risk that users will not understand their responsibilities … information (PPSI) on District computers at greater risk of misuse or loss is increased. Key Recommendations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2024/03/08/rockville-centre-union-free-school-district-information-technology-2023mTown of Berne – Board Oversight (2021M-77)
… the records of all officials who received and disbursed funds, as required. Key Recommendations Ensure the Supervisor … the records of all officials who receive and disburse funds, as required. Town officials generally agreed with our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2021/09/17/town-berne-board-oversight-2021m-77What Is a Claim? – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… Basically, a claim is a demand presented for the payment of money due for goods … by the local government or school district, so long as it is properly itemized and provides all the information, … for audit. Using a standard claim form as a cover sheet is desirable because required information is presented in a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/what-claimConclusion – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… deliberate audit of claims is conducted, a message is sent to all officers and employees that this oversight function is … local government or school district. Allocating resources to improve the effectiveness of your claims auditing process … environment of your organization. OSC will be pleased to assist you with any questions you have regarding the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/conclusionVillage of Hewlett Neck – Treasurer’s Duties (2022M-159)
… required by Village Law section 408. The Treasurer did not sign 69 of 179 checks we reviewed, totaling $101,937; … in Village Law for the Clerk and Board members to sign checks in the absence of the Treasurer, Deputy Treasurer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2023/03/31/village-hewlett-neck-treasurers-duties-2022m-159Copiague Fire District– Mechanic Shop Operations (2021M-93)
… used at least $5,365 of District funds to purchase auto parts to repair vehicles not owned by the District or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2022/09/02/copiague-fire-district-mechanic-shop-operations-2021m-93Village of Albion – Water and Sewer Rents (2013M-108)
… internal controls over the billing and collection of water and sewer rents for the period January 1, 2010, to … and a Mayor. Budgeted appropriations for the general, water and sewer funds in the 2012-13 fiscal year totaled $6.5 … controls over the billing, collection and accounting for water and sewer rents. The Board did not properly segregate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/06/21/village-albion-water-and-sewer-rents-2013m-108Town of Cortlandville – Fuel Purchases (2012M-171)
… Town road within the 49 square-mile Town boundaries. The Highway Department is responsible for the maintenance and … obtaining competitive bids. This happened because the Highway Superintendent did not adhere to GML or the … policy when making fuel purchases. However, although the Highway Superintendent did not seek competition for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/01/13/town-cortlandville-fuel-purchases-2012m-171Bolton Central School District – Financial Condition (2013M-58)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine the District’s financial condition for the period July 1, 2009, to November 30, 2012. Background The Bolton Central School … a total exceeding $2.1 million over a three-year period to help finance the ensuing year’s operations, the District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/05/31/bolton-central-school-district-financial-condition-2013m-58Town of Halfmoon – Financial Condition of the General and Highway Funds (2013M-55)
… financial planning, which would have helped it identify historical budgeting trends. Key Recommendations Adopt … with realistic estimates for revenues that are based on historical and current information and develop realistic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/08/06/town-halfmoon-financial-condition-general-and-highway-funds-2013m-55Caton No. 1 Fire District – Financial Oversight (2013M-262)
… Caton No. 1 Fire District is a district corporation of the State, distinct and separate from the Town of Caton and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/01/24/caton-no-1-fire-district-financial-oversight-2013m-262State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Medicaid payments, including: $3.7 million in overpayments for claims that were billed with incorrect information … auditors found DOH improperly designated an employee’s official station in calendar years 2013 and 2014, costing the … the board approved. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal spending, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli Releases Bond Calendar for Third Quarter
… their major public authorities during the third quarter of 2018. The planned sales of $9.05 billion include $5.45 billion of new money and $3.6 billion of refundings as follows: $5.76 … their major public authorities during the third quarter of 2018 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/dinapoli-releases-bond-calendar-third-quarterDiNapoli Releases Bond Calendar for Second Quarter
… Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced a tentative schedule for the planned bond sales for the state, New York City and their major public authorities during the second … Thomas P DiNapoli today announced a tentative schedule for the planned bond sales for the state New York City and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapoli-releases-bond-calendar-second-quarterCity of Jamestown – Internal Controls Over Selected Financial Operations (2013M-72)
… January 1, 2011, through January 31, 2013. Background The City of Jamestown is located in Chautauqua County and has a … City of Jamestown Internal Controls Over Selected Financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2013/06/14/city-jamestown-internal-controls-over-selected-financial-operations-2013m-72Fire Safety (2015-MS-1)
… enforcement of the Fire Code (i.e., fire safety of buildings) within their jurisdictions for the period January … and evacuation plan to be prepared and maintained for most buildings. The plans must be reviewed or updated at least … responsible for Uniform Code enforcement with respect to school districts and boards of cooperative education service …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2015/05/27/fire-safety-2015-ms-1Cincinnatus Central School District – Fund Balance and Reserves (2014M-191)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the financial condition of the District for the … County and one town in Broome County. The District is governed by a seven-member Board of Education. The … fund budgeted appropriations for the 2014-15 fiscal year is $14.6 million. Key Findings The District’s fund balance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/10/10/cincinnatus-central-school-district-fund-balance-and-reserves-2014m-191DiNapoli: State Tax Receipts Higher Than Projections in First Quarter
… according to the monthly State Cash Report released by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Higher tax … primarily reflect strong personal income tax collections on 2024 income,” DiNapoli said. “Slowing employment and economic growth may present a challenge in the coming months, along with the potential impact of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-state-tax-receipts-higher-projections-first-quarter