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Former Perry Ambulance Service Manager Pleads Guilty To Larceny
… the new board overseeing the ambulance operations. Conaway’s plea followed her arrest last fall after a joint investigation by DiNapoli, … personal utility bills, Direct TV Service and her husband’s membership to the New York State Snowmobile Association …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/former-perry-ambulance-service-manager-pleads-guilty-larcenyRipley Central School District – Financial Management (2021M-23)
… and District officials properly managed fund balance in accordance with statute. Key Findings The Board and … District officials did not properly manage fund balance in accordance with statute. The Board and District officials: … appropriations and appropriated fund balance, resulting in surplus fund balance exceeding the 4 percent statutory …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2021/08/13/ripley-central-school-district-financial-management-2021m-23Middletown No. 1 Fire District – Annual Financial Reports (2020M-160)
… agreed with our recommendation and indicated they plan to initiate corrective action. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2021/03/26/middletown-no-1-fire-district-annual-financial-reports-2020m-160DiNapoli: April Sales Tax Collections Decline Over 24 Percent After COVID-19 Shutdown
… Local sales tax collections dropped 24.4 percent in April compared to April 2019, leaving many of New York’s local governments grappling with … Local sales tax collections dropped 244 percent in April compared to April 2019 leaving many of New Yorks …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/05/dinapoli-april-sales-tax-collections-decline-over-24-percent-after-covid-19-shutdownCompliance With Executive Order 88 – Energy Efficiency in State Buildings
… to facility staff, as required, by the December 31, 2017 deadline. DOCCS officials stated they did not meet the submetering deadline because they are installing more meters than … energy reduction until well after the April 1, 2020 deadline. Key Recommendation Continue implementing capital …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/30/compliance-executive-order-88-energy-efficiency-state-buildingsCollateral Loan/Pawn Brokers
… loan brokers, are required by law to file several forms with the Office of the State Comptroller. See the table below. Business Type Requirements Fee Forms/Resources New Filing File before doing business. New … loan brokers are required by law to file several forms with the Office of the State Comptroller …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/reporters/collateral-loanpawn-brokersCompliance With State Arts Education Requirements
… one unit of Arts education (i.e., visual arts, music, dance, or theater) during their stay to receive a high school …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/02/28/compliance-state-arts-education-requirementsMedicaid Program – Medicaid Claims Processing Activity October 1, 2012 Through March 31, 2013
… drugs, hospital services, medical equipment, and dental services. By the end of the audit fieldwork, auditors …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/05/22/medicaid-program-medicaid-claims-processing-activity-october-1-2012-through-march-31-2013Port Jervis City School District – Financial Condition (2022M-152)
… As a result, the District levied more taxes than needed to fund operations. The Board and District officials: … in appropriated fund balance. Made unbudgeted year-end transfers to reserves and the capital projects fund totaling … and capital projects rather than rely on unbudgeted transfers of year-end operating surpluses. Ensure that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2022/11/23/port-jervis-city-school-district-financial-condition-2022m-152Utica Harbor Point Development Corporation – Budgeting and Board Oversight (2022M-43)
… 2021, the Corporation’s projected costs exceeded revenues by about $2.3 million. While the Corporation received grant … and routinely monitor the budget and financial activity by reviewing periodic financial reports. Establish a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/local-development-corporation/2022/07/15/utica-harbor-point-development-corporation-budgeting-andFairview Fire District – Financial Operations (2024M-138)
… Determine whether the Fairview Fire District (District) Board of Fire Commissioners (Board) and officials properly managed the District’s … operations and were transparent. Key Findings The Board and District officials did not properly manage and … Determine whether the Fairview Fire District District Board of Fire Commissioners Board and officials properly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2025/05/16/fairview-fire-district-financial-operations-2024m-138Local Road Conditions in New York State
… about 13 percent of the 192,500 locally owned lane-miles in New York State – a percentage that varies quite a bit from … federally fundable local roads for every relevant county, city, town, village and borough (see below). Unfortunately, … federally fundable local roads for every relevant county city town village and borough in New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/local-road-conditions-new-york-stateHolocaust Survivors
… a result of our efforts, please download and complete the Claim Form . We will thoroughly research your claim and … For Funds Held by Swiss Banks and Insurance Companies in Europe If you are seeking information on accounts or … Holocaust Claims Processing Office (HCPO) as follows: By Mail: Holocaust Claims Processing Office New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/claimants/holocaust-survivorsNew York City Budget Balanced But Economic Risks Have Grown
… New York City ended fiscal year (FY) 2019 with a surplus of … savings program and unneeded reserves in that year. “New York City’s economy continues to expand, but the risk of … target of 15 percent. The Health and Hospitals Corp., the New York City Housing Authority and the Metropolitan …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/08/new-york-city-budget-balanced-economic-risks-have-grownControls Over the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (2022-S-22) 180-Day Response
To determine whether controls over the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) are sufficient to ensure the needs of high-risk target populations are being met, and whether providers deliver the services that are required in their contracts with State agencies.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s22-response.pdfPeconic Bay Community Preservation Fund (2023-MR-1)
Determine whether officials from the Towns of East Hampton, Riverhead, Shelter Island, Southampton, and Southold (Towns) properly administered the Peconic Bay Community Preservation Fund (CPF) to ensure that all collections were properly supported, recorded, and deposited and that disbursements were
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2024/pdf/peconic-bay-community-preservation-fund-2023-mr-1.pdfPandemic Planning and Care for Vulnerable Populations (2021-S-9)
To determine whether the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) adequately addressed the needs of the vulnerable population it serves in its emergency plans and took appropriate actions to care for this vulnerable population during the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21s-9.pdfProperty Tax Cap Reporting - School Districts
This session will provide an overview of the Property Tax Cap Program for School Districts. Presenters will discuss the Property Tax Cap Legislation, highlight some common reporting errors, and review reporting requirements. We will also demonstrate the online reporting system.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/tax-cap-school-districts-2-9-23.pdfControls Over the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (2022-S-22)
To determine whether controls over the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) are sufficient to ensure the needs of high-risk target populations are being met, and whether providers deliver the services that are required in their contracts with State agencies.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s22.pdfServices to Workers Under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (2022-S-11) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the Department of Labor (Department) is providing appropriate and timely services to workers affected by closings and layoffs that are covered under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, and is effectively overseeing employer compliance with the Act.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-22s11-response.pdf