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NFC Development Corporation – Project Approval and Monitoring (2021M-11)
… officials generally did not follow up with businesses to ensure they complied with their agreements. We examined 19 … did not verify or confirm the 18 businesses that agreed to create or retain a total of 96 positions actually did so. Three of the eight …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/local-development-corporation/2021/05/28/nfc-development-corporation-project-approval-and-monitoringTown of Orange – Budget Review (B20-2-14)
… [ read complete report - pdf ] Purpose of Budget Review The purpose of our budget review was to determine … the significant revenue and expenditure projections in the Town’s adopted budget for the 2021 fiscal year are reasonable. Background The Town of Orange is located …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2021/01/08/town-orange-budget-review-b20-2-14Analytical Reviews – Improving the Effectiveness of Your Claims Auditing Process
… may have been inappropriately incurred. Periodic reviews of vendor payment summary records or reports can alert you to changes in expenditure trends and areas for possible … an indication that it is more cost-effective to purchase new equipment instead of repairing aging equipment. Items …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/claims-auditing-process/analytical-reviewsWho Is Responsible? – Travel and Conference Expense Management
… The governing board is generally responsible for the high … and procedures are clearly communicated to all employees who travel on official business. The individual traveler, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/travel-conference-expense/who-responsibleBolivar-Richburg Central School District - Financial Management (2019M-17)
… Key Findings The Board overestimated appropriations by a total of $3.8 million and annually appropriated $500,000 of fund balance that was not used to finance operations during our audit period. As of June 30, … and the amount of fund balance that will be used to fund operations. Reduce surplus fund balance to comply …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/06/07/bolivar-richburg-central-school-district-financial-management-2019m-17PUC Achieve Charter School – Board Oversight (2016M-316)
PUC Achieve Charter School Board Oversight 2016M316
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2017/05/05/puc-achieve-charter-school-board-oversight-2016m-316Town of Webb Union Free School District – Fund Balance (2016M-140)
… November 30, 2015. Background The Town of Webb Union Free School District is located in the Town of Webb in … real property taxes than necessary. … Town of Webb Union Free School District Fund Balance 2016M140 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/07/15/town-webb-union-free-school-district-fund-balance-2016m-140North Salem Central School District – Time and Attendance (2016M-209)
… (2016M-209) Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine if District officials provided sufficient … and formal written procedures over payroll timekeeping to ensure that employees’ leave and work time was accurately … more comprehensive policies that incorporate duties to be completed and records to be maintained for time and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/08/05/north-salem-central-school-district-time-and-attendance-2016m-209Chautauqua Lake Central School District – Nonresident Tuition (2016M-7)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the District’s nonresident tuition billing … and monitor the tuition rate being charged in comparison to net costs per student and the State-calculated tuition … with the contract. Clarify and update its policy related to determining the residency of students attending the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/05/27/chautauqua-lake-central-school-district-nonresident-tuition-2016m-7Western New York Maritime Charter School – Financial Operations (2015M-124)
… Western New York Maritime Charter School, which is located in the City of Buffalo, is a public school financed by local, … and ensure that three written quotes are obtained, in accordance with Board policy. … Western New York Maritime …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2015/10/02/western-new-york-maritime-charter-school-financial-operations-2015m-124Greenville Central School District – Information Technology (2016M-221)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate the District’s internal controls over Information … use policy since September 2001. The Board has not adopted a breach notification policy. The District’s disaster recovery plan was not kept up to date, properly distributed or tested on a regular basis. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/09/23/greenville-central-school-district-information-technology-2016m-221Edgemont Union Free School District – Procurement of Professional Services (2016M-126)
… through January 13, 2016. Background The Edgemont Union Free School District is located in the Town of Greenburgh in … these services at reasonable intervals. … Edgemont Union Free School District Procurement of Professional Services …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/07/01/edgemont-union-free-school-district-procurement-professional-servicesEaton No. 1 Fire District – Board Oversight (2024M-4)
… for 2020 through 2022. Adequately audit claims prior to payment. Of the 108 claims totaling $209,006 that we … Ensure claims are supported, audited and approved prior to payment. Comply with competitive bidding requirements. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2024/05/17/eaton-no-1-fire-district-board-oversight-2024m-4Bath Central School District - Online Banking (2018M-79)
… banking policy and officials did not develop procedures to adequately segregate online banking duties. Officials did not ensure that authorized access to online bank accounts was limited or provide users with … (IT) control weaknesses were communicated confidentially to District officials. Key Recommendations Obtain adequate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/07/13/bath-central-school-district-online-banking-2018m-79Town of Perinton - Financial Management and Information Technology (2017M-232)
… Adopted unrealistic budgets and accumulated $24 million in unsubstantiated reserves. Has not developed comprehensive … or provide IT security awareness training to employees. In addition, we communicated sensitive information technology … indicated they plan to initiate corrective action. … Town of Perinton Financial Management and Information Technology …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2018/06/29/town-perinton-financial-management-and-information-technology-2017m-232Village of Scottsville - Financial Management (2018M-75)
… Determine whether the Board adopted and enforced policies to effectively manage Village operations. Key Findings The … Adopt sufficient financial and information technology (IT) policies. Enforce aspects of the adopted online banking, … Key Recommendations Adopt additional financial and IT policies, review and revise policies to fit current …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2018/08/24/village-scottsville-financial-management-2018m-75Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Commission – Financial Operations (2015M-149)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to assess the financial operations of the Commission for the period … Commission was established by an intermunicipal agreement in 1974 to provide high-quality water to the approximately …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/joint-activity/2015/09/11/southern-cayuga-lake-intermunicipal-water-commission-financial-operationsVendor File Advisory No. 6
… of the State Comptroller (OSC) added new Sections in Chapter X of the Guide to Financial Operations regarding … specifics, please visit: Guide to Financial Operations, Chapter X, Section 4.A.1 - Vendor Designations Guide to Financial Operations, Chapter X, Section 4.A.1 - Vendor Classifications Guide to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/vendor-file-advisory/6-gfo-update-vendor-designationsAndes Central School District - Cafeteria Operations (2019M-26)
… School lunch fund operating deficits averaged $67,000 over the last three years (excluding general fund transfers). The District has the lowest average daily participation for breakfast and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2019/04/12/andes-central-school-district-cafeteria-operations-2019m-26Village of Canisteo - Clerk Treasurers' Records and Reports (2018M-243)
… for, recorded and reported all financial transactions in a timely manner. Key Findings The former Clerk-Treasurer did … basis of accounting. Accounting records were not adequate to properly monitor the Village’s financial condition and … monthly financial reports of receipts and disbursements to the Board. Key Recommendations The Clerk-Treasurer should: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2019/04/05/village-canisteo-clerk-treasurers-records-and-reports-2018m-243