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Hilton Central School District – Audit Follow-Up (2022M-200-F)
… assess the Hilton Central School District’s (District’s) progress, as of August 2025, in implementing our … unauthorized access, misuse or data loss. We also reviewed progress in implementing the recommendations related to the … to assess the Hilton Central School Districts Districts progress as of August 2025 in implementing our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/12/05/hilton-central-school-district-audit-follow-2022m-200-fDiNapoli: Audit Cites East Clinton Fire District For Improper Gifts
… improperly paid nearly $35,000 in personal expenses for members, including rent, cable television and college … $8,500. District officials have not sought reimbursement for the gifts or loans. During the 16-month audit period, … more than 11 hours a day, seven days a week, every week, for 16 months. The Comptroller’s audit also revealed: Bank …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-audit-cites-east-clinton-fire-district-improper-giftsOpinion 89-50
… on their property. In particular, it is alleged that a 6" pipe installed under the patio in the pool area is … town boards, by resolution, to deepen, straighten, alter, pipe or otherwise improve water courses in any part of the … expend funds to clean a clogged privately-owned drainage pipe which is situated on private property if the expenditure …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-50Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. “By auditing municipal … 50,000 state contracts, visit http://www.openbooknewyork.com/ . The easy-to-use website was created by Comptroller …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… P. DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of the Evergreen Charter School , Farmingdale Union Free … years 2011-12 through 2014-15 that appropriated a total of $28 million in fund balance to finance operations. … However, because they underestimated revenues by a total of $9.8 million and overestimated appropriations by a total …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0Accessibility for People With Disabilities (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report , Accessibility for People With Disabilities (Report 2022-S-3 ). About the Program The … and Historic Preservation (Parks) is responsible for the operation and stewardship of the State’s park system, … included in our initial audit report Accessibility for People With Disabilities Report 2022S3 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/10/22/accessibility-people-disabilities-followDiNapoli: Former Village of Sherman Treasurer Arrested for Alleged Theft of $20,000
… of Sherman Treasurer Ann Gilbert faces felony charges for the alleged theft of more than $20,000 in cash paid by residents from 2012 to 2016 for village sewer, water and taxes, according to an … Schmidt and the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office for partnering with my office to hold her accountable.” “This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/08/dinapoli-former-village-sherman-treasurer-arrested-alleged-theft-20000New Yorkers in Need: Homelessness in New York State
Having safe and adequate housing is a necessity.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/new-yorkers-in-need-homelessness-nys.pdfDiNapoli Releases Dashboard Tracking Federal Covid Funding and State Relief Programs
… and COVID-19 relief programs in the state, including funds for excluded workers, childcare providers, emergency rental … assistance, and small business recovery. “My office is committed to full transparency in government spending,” … public. We hope the tool continues to evolve and improve with use." "Citizens Union applauds Comptroller DiNapoli and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/10/dinapoli-releases-dashboard-tracking-federal-covid-funding-and-state-relief-programsDisposal of Electronic Devices
… The audit covers the period of January 1, 2012 through May 26, 2012. Background Office of Cyber Security Policy requires … disclosed. One way information can be compromised is through careless disposal of electronic devices. This … own; however, OGS' Surplus Unit provides this service for many State agencies. Agencies are required to remove all …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/04/disposal-electronic-devicesDiNapoli: New York's March 31 Cash Standing Above Projections, but Faces Significant Shortfall in Weeks
… According to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … will face cash flow challenges as soon as next month due to billions in state aid payments for health and education, … delayed state tax revenues and additional spending to fight the coronavirus. "The state’s strong cash position …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/04/dinapoli-new-yorks-march-31-cash-standing-above-projections-faces-significant-shortfall-weeksDiNapoli Audit Highlights Need for Better Compliance with School Violence Reporting Law
… Department (SED) has agreed to improve its enforcement of the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE … state audit found schools failed to report numerous cases of violent and disruptive incidents and misclassified dozens of others, often as less serious events, State Comptroller …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/01/dinapoli-audit-highlights-need-better-compliance-school-violence-reporting-lawDisability Retirement – When Employees Retire
… or someone authorized to file on the employee’s behalf. For example, the employee’s attorney, a power of attorney … Once we receive the specialist’s report, the case is reviewed. The Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL) … our secure contact form and attaching the files: From I am a dropdown, select Other. In Question field, enter …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/when-employees-retire/disability-retirementDiNapoli: Orange County Resident Arrested for Stealing Her Late Mother’s Pension Benefits
… New York State Police today announced that Valerie White, of Middletown, was arrested and charged with grand larceny in … degree (Class C Felony) for allegedly stealing $51,532.64 of her late mother’s pension payments. “Ms. White thought she … face consequences for their criminal actions.” “The theft of public funds is simply inexcusable. I applaud Comptroller …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/dinapoli-orange-county-resident-arrested-stealing-her-late-mothers-pension-benefitsDiNapoli: New York Ranks Last in Balance of Payments With Washington
… 2019. “In what has become a familiar and troubling story for the Empire State, New Yorkers send significantly more to … well below the national average of $1.24. New Jersey is the only state that received less, with a return of $0.82. New Mexico gets the most value at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/dinapoli-new-york-ranks-last-balance-payments-washingtonDiNapoli: Medicaid Audits Find Nearly $800 Million in Savings and Revenue
… “New York state faces a projected budget gap of $6 billion for the coming fiscal year, in part because of higher … billions of dollars in waste, fraud and abuse. Our role is to help lower Medicaid program costs by identifying … additional $1.2 million in rebates that could be collected with further efforts. Since the audit, auditors estimated DOH …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/dinapoli-medicaid-audits-find-nearly-800-million-savings-and-revenueWayland-Cohocton Central School District – Lead Testing and Reporting (2024M-118)
… and implemented needed remediation to reduce lead exposure in potable water outlets. Key Findings District officials … or implement needed remediation to reduce lead exposure in potable water outlets as required by New York State (NYS) … properly exempt 140 of the 379 (37 percent) water outlets in the District because they did not have a sampling plan to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/01/17/wayland-cohocton-central-school-district-lead-testing-and-reporting-2024mOpinion 88-35
… computer software constitutes the purchase of a commodity for competitive bidding purposes and does not fall within the … advisable to seek competition through the use of requests for proposals or, where appropriate, a less formal method, to … consultant would assist the city in preparing a request for proposals (RFP). The consultant would also assist the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-35DiNapoli: State Pension Fund Adds Another $20 Million to Investing in New York Program
… today. The transaction raises the total commitments of DiNapoli's In-State Private Equity Program (the In-State … for the state pension fund and has supported thousands of local jobs. Our latest $20 million commitment to Tribeca … looking for opportunities that meet the Fund's standards of risk and return. Since 2000, the program has achieved …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-adds-another-20-million-investing-new-york-programState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… management did not implement procedures to ensure that all rebates and credits were accurately processed. Twenty-six applications for energy rebates totaling $127,000 did not have sufficient technical …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0