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Pension Funds Break New Ground on Board Diversity
… in their considerations when seeking diverse board candidates. Standard Pacific, a California-based homebuilder, … to adopt more inclusive practices in seeking board candidates.” “Today’s announcement is good news for Monster … “By recognizing the importance of a truly diverse pool of candidates for its Board, Monster is one of a growing number …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/pension-funds-break-new-ground-board-diversityXI.18.E Public Officers Law – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… State employees. CONTRACTING WITH FORMER NYS EMPLOYEES In accordance with Public Officers Law §73(8)(a) (POL 73), … or practicing before their former agency/authority in an effort to influence a decision of, or action by their … to the public; and rendering services for compensation, in relation to any case, proceeding, application, or other …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi18e-public-officers-lawState Agencies Bulletin No. 1892
… guidance. New York Tax Withholding Rates 2021 New York State and Yonkers withholding tax tables have been updated. … York City at the time of this bulletin issuance. New York State, New York City and Yonkers Withholding Allowance The value of one New York State, New York City, and Yonkers withholding allowance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1892-summary-tax-related-changes-2021State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… local government and school audits were issued. City of Niagara Falls – Sexual Harassment Prevention (SHP) … was not provided to all employees and elected officials. Of the 65 total individuals auditors tested (59 selected … and all six elected officials), 14 employees, or 24% of employees tested, and five elected officials did not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… transfers, and did not record water and sewer adjustments. In addition, the current clerk-treasurer did not file the … Department of Taxation and Finance, which could result in fines and penalties. City of Dunkirk – Budget Review … projections. As of Dec. 31, 2022, unassigned fund balance in the general, water, wastewater, refuse and boardwalk funds …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0State Agencies Bulletin No. 1986
… establishing a temporary overtime rate for employees in certain titles represented by PEF or CSEA working at OMH. Affected Employees Employees in certain Operational Services Unit (BU03), Institutional … 2.5 times the employee’s regular rate of pay for employees in certain titles. The new overtime rate shall apply to all …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1986-pilot-program-establishing-temporary-overtime-rate-employees-certainState Agencies Bulletin No. 1949.1
… by Payroll Bulletin No. 1949.3 . Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to provide information and processing instructions regarding the implementation of a pilot program establishing a temporary overtime rate for … OCFS facilities are affected. Background The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed 09/30/2021 and the Amendment to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/19491-pilot-program-establishing-temporary-overtime-rate-employees-certainDiNapoli: NYC Pre-K Special Education Provider Claimed Nearly $3 Million In Ineligible Expenses
… Center, claimed nearly $3 million in ineligible expenses for reimbursement, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Schools for special needs children must properly account for their use of public funds,” DiNapoli said. “We have found …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/dinapoli-nyc-pre-k-special-education-provider-claimed-nearly-3-million-ineligible-expensesDiNapoli Releases Report on Tax Check-Off Donations
… $1 million is in their accounts. Funds include: Homeless Veterans Assistance; Veteran's Remembrance and Cemetery … Education and Prevention; Mental Illness Anti-Stigma; and NYS Teen Health Education. Spending increased in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapoli-releases-report-tax-check-off-donationsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Naval Militia, and the New York Guard. An audit issued in 2020 found numerous weaknesses in DMNA’s internal controls to ensure that state assets were appropriately managed and safeguarded. In a follow-up audit, auditors found that DMNA has made …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsSUNY Bulletin No. SU-325
… and Retention Payments. Affected Employees Employees in the State University Graduate Student Negotiating Unit … Enhancement Fund based on the number of employees in BU28 to facilitate the recruitment and retention of new and existing doctoral students in selected programs. Certain comprehensive colleges are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-university-new-york/su-325-suny-recruitment-and-retention-payments-gsnu-employeesVII.4 Appropriated Loan Receivables – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… enacted by the State Legislature, most frequently for capital purposes. Section 40-a further provides that no … the appropriation is made and the Director of the Budget. This repayment agreement must also be approved by OSC Bureau … status. The loan status also dictates the account code to use when recording repayments. The loan status can be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii4-appropriated-loan-receivablesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… The board and officials did not develop a budget for the electric fund and adequately manage its financial condition. From 2016-17 through 2020-21, the electric fund’s total net assets declined by approximately $9 … financial reports to the board; take action to ensure electric fund revenues kept pace with expenses; ensure that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0DiNapoli: NYRA's Future Uncertain
… deficits. “NYRA relies on Video Lottery Terminals to stay in the black, but that revenue stream isn’t guaranteed to … a plan, NYRA’s long term solvency could be a long shot.” In September 2008, upon renewal of its exclusive franchise, … agreement conveying all rights, titles and interests in racetrack properties to New York state. In return, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-nyras-future-uncertainState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… did not properly account for leave accruals for 22 of the 49 employees’ accrual records tested. The district may … timekeeping records did not match, reflecting a difference of 15 days; and two employees received a total of 81 more days of leave than their collective bargaining …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsDiNapoli: Remember to Read Fine Print on Gift Cards This Holiday Season
… New Yorkers to read the fine print on gift cards this holiday season for details about fees and expiration dates. … "Although gift cards are a popular purchase during the holiday shopping season, many of them go unused," said … New Yorkers to read the fine print on gift cards this holiday season for details about fees and expiration dates …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/11/dinapoli-remember-read-fine-print-gift-cards-holiday-seasonUnified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-152
… employees and employees who are currently collecting a pension from the New York State Retirement System are not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-152-unified-court-system-separation-buyout-incentive-paymentUnited HealthCare – Payments for Fraudulent and Improper Claims Submitted by Davis Ethical Pharmacy
… United HealthCare for prescription medications under the State's employee health insurance program. The audit covered the period from January 1, 2008 through December 13, 2011. … United HealthCare for prescription medications under the States employee health insurance program …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/08/13/united-healthcare-payments-fraudulent-and-improper-claims-submitted-davis-ethical-pharmacyContract Award and Performance
… Purpose To determine whether the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) awarded procurement … Our audit included contracts awarded or modified during the period April 1, 2011 through March 31, 2013. Background … To determine whether the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/22/contract-award-and-performanceLocal Sales Tax Collections Up
… Overall growth in local sales tax collections statewide in 2019 was relatively … ttps://www.osc.state.ny.us/localgov/pubs/research/growth-in-local-sales-tax-collections-second-half-2019.pdf Find out how … Overall growth in local sales tax collections statewide in 2019 was relatively …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/02/local-sales-tax-collections