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DiNapoli: Money Earmarked for Highway and Bridge Infrastructure Siphoned Off
Highway and bridge projects have been shortchanged because the state continues to use money in the Dedicated Highway and Bridge Trust Fund DHBTF to pay down debt from past projects and cover the operating costs for state agencies
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/dinapoli-money-earmarked-highway-and-bridge-infrastructure-siphoned-offState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… of Sexual Offense Evidence Collection Kits (2019-S-44) From Nov. 28, 2017 to Oct. 31, 2019, the state police … kits that needed to be processed, and as of that date, the required processing time frame had elapsed for 1,681 kits (88 … Tax (2018-S-28) Diesel and motor fuel distributors may be required to provide collateral security in an amount provided …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsCenter for Disability Services – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… Purpose To determine whether the costs reported by the Center for Disability Services (CFDS) on its Consolidated Fiscal … rates are based on financial information, including costs, that CFDS reports to SED on its annual CFR. To be … To determine whether the costs reported by the Center for Disability Services CFDS on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/05/13/center-disability-services-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualDraft a DRO Using the NYSLRS Template – Divorce and Your Benefits
… will be given priority review. Draft a DRO proposal. When completing the DRO template, please be sure to fill in … are considered marital property and may be divided when a marriage ends Draft a DRO Overview and Instructions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/divorce/draft-dro-using-nyslrs-templateOpinion 95-22
… certain exercise equipment to be used to implement a fitness program at the fire station. Insurance Law, §§9104 … certain exercise equipment to be used to implement a fitness program at the fire station …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-22Southside Academy Charter School – Board Oversight (2013M-318)
… $9 million. Key Finding While the Board meets regularly to deal with a range of issues, its oversight of the School’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2014/01/17/southside-academy-charter-school-board-oversight-2013m-318Oracle Charter School – School Building Acquisition and Leave Accrual Records (2013M-290)
… and renovation of its building financed at a 20 percent interest rate. We found that the building was acquired and renovated … than $3.7 million over the term of the School’s 15-year lease. As a result of a recent decision to prepay a portion …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/charter-school/2014/01/17/oracle-charter-school-school-building-acquisition-and-leave-accrualComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… Breesport Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. – Financial Activities (2019M-117) The … Fiscal Oversight (2019M-111) Town officials purchased a fire truck for more than $300,000 without competitive … payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract FOIL requests, bid protest decisions and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/08/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0West Hill Fire District No. 3 – Financial Condition (2014M-160)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine the District’s … provide us with a resolution or any other documentation to show when or if this reserve fund was properly established. … officials have not established any plans for using the money accounted for as a reserve fund. Key Recommendations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/08/15/west-hill-fire-district-no-3-financial-condition-2014m-160Opinion 95-30
… of a public library, whether obtained from public or private sources, may be invested only as prescribed in … accounts in, or certificates of deposit issued by, a bank or trust company located and authorized to do business … such as real property taxes, and moneys received from private sources, such as gifts. With respect to public source …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-30DiNapoli Report Assesses MTA's Capital Needs and Funding Scenarios
… repair shops and structures, like the Grand Central train shed. NYC Transit’s Livonia Street and 241 st St. … or put off, given funding uncertainties. The Interborough Express and Penn Station Reconstruction might get some … and focus must be on selecting projects that ensure the safety, reliability, and frequency of the system. Report MTA …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-report-assesses-mtas-capital-needs-and-funding-scenariosMitigation for Extreme Weather Conditions and Flooding
… to identify potential risks to its system from extreme weather conditions and flooding and developed plans to … and, in the longer term, rising sea levels. Severe winter weather can create hazardous travel conditions throughout the … does not have procedures to address all types of severe weather events and did not perform an assessment of its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/02/06/mitigation-extreme-weather-conditions-and-floodingAccounts Receivable Collection and Reporting
… an increase in accounts receivable (third-party billings) from $22.1 million to $135.6 million. At the end of its … are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. As required, the Authority documented their multiple efforts to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/08/05/accounts-receivable-collection-and-reportingState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Supreme Court Same-Sex Marriage Decision
… “The U.S. Supreme Court's landmark decision today grants same-sex marriages the dignity, equality and … ensure equal protection in the workplace and beyond, but today's victory is truly historic and worthy of celebration." … The US Supreme Courts landmark decision today grants samesex marriages the dignity equality and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-supreme-court-same-sex-marriage-decisionTier 1 Death Benefits – New Career Plan
… Death Benefit If you die while in service after age 55, an alternative death benefit may be payable. This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1515/tier-1-death-benefitsTier 1 Death Benefits – Career Plan
… Death Benefit If you die while in service after age 55, an alternative death benefit may be payable. This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/tier-1-death-benefitsTier 1 Death Benefits – Non-Contributory Plan with Guaranteed Benefits
… Death Benefit If you die while in service after age 55, an alternative death benefit may be payable. This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1513/tier-1-death-benefitsTier 1 Death Benefits – Police and Fire Plan
… Death Benefit If you die while in service after age 55, an alternative death benefit may be payable. This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/tier-1-death-benefitsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… P. DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of Ballston Lake Fire District , Town of Barker , Town of … that the supervisor did not control the custody of his signature stamp and allowed the clerk to affix his signature … These bonuses, which constitute an unauthorized gift of public moneys, totaled $800 for 2015. In addition, district …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0Contract With Shorefront Mental Health Board – Compliance With Prevailing Wage Law
… prevailing wage law. OMH is required to monitor that its contractor’s employees are paid the prevailing wage by … which are required by the contract to be submitted by the contractor. Key Findings Shorefront did not pay its … Work with the Department of Labor to determine whether contractor employees are due back wages for the periods they …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/10/28/contract-shorefront-mental-health-board-compliance-prevailing-wage-law