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DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Down 7.8 Percent in August
… and cities, or $111 million less than in August 2019. This drop in revenue is similar to the decline in July of 8.2 … the pandemic hit, local governments have seen a massive drop in sales tax collections. This is hurting their bottom …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/09/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-down-78-percent-augustDiNapoli Audit Finds Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Medicaid Payments Went to Providers Not Enrolled in the Program
… as $1.5 billion in improper and questionable payments to providers who did not appear to be enrolled in Medicaid. Generally, under federal and state law providers are supposed to be enrolled, a process that gives … “The deadline for managed care organizations and their providers to comply with enrollment requirements was over …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-hundreds-millions-dollars-medicaid-payments-went-providers-not-enrolled-programDiNapoli: Audit Finds State Falling Short in Helping People with Disabilities Find Work
… adults with disabilities in New York. The employment rate of working-age people with disabilities was about 33% … recommended components including an interactive benefits calculator, automated life coaching communications, and … Employment Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal spending, the state's …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-audit-finds-state-falling-short-helping-people-disabilities-find-workAudit Finds Construction Delays in Public Housing Program Across New York State
… February 2011. DHCR officials said they were unable to award construction contracts sooner because the amount of … DiNapoli recommended HCR: Ensure that housing authorities award consultant and construction contracts on a timely … for restructured projects; Ensure that program funding recipients use change orders appropriately, cover only work …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/audit-finds-construction-delays-public-housing-program-across-new-york-stateWhat is a Defined Benefit Plan?
… As a NYSLRS member, you are part of a defined benefit plan , also known as a traditional pension plan. Defined benefit plans provide several … greatest benefit is that, once you meet the minimum age and service requirements established by your retirement plan, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/defined-benefit-planDiNapoli: L.I.C., Sunnyside and Woodside Are Drivers of Economic Growth in Queens
… the population employed, median household income and new housing, according to a report from State Comptroller Thomas … poverty levels and increased business activity and housing supply,” DiNapoli said. “There is a strong immigrant … to cheer for, challenging issues like the high cost of housing persist. It’s my hope that this report will be an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/dinapoli-lic-sunnyside-and-woodside-are-drivers-economic-growth-queensAdministration of Concession Services at Riverbank State Park - Tri-State Snacks & Concessions
… Preservation: Food and Beverage Concession Contract, Jones Beach State Park (2006-R-2) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/01/20/administration-concession-services-riverbank-state-park-tri-state-snacks-concessionsState Agencies Bulletin No. 969
… Balance that are not equal, the system will recover as much of the overpayment as possible from the VSP payment. Miscellaneous Payment Information There is no direct deposit for this payment. Deduction and Tax Withholding Information The employee’s VSP payment is subject to taxes, garnishments and Federal levies. Taxes …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/969-executive-voluntary-severance-program-payments-second-installmentMTA-NYC Transit Medical Assessment Centers
… Purpose To determine whether the MTA-NYC Transit Medical Assessment Centers performed medical examinations for NYC Transit and MTA Bus employees in … To determine whether the MTANYC Transit Medical Assessment Centers performed medical examinations for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/11/10/mta-nyc-transit-medical-assessment-centersCity of Yonkers – Budget Review (B17-6-11)
… Purpose of Budget Review The purpose of our budget review was to identify issues which impact the City of Yonkers’ financial condition in the current and future … City of Yonkers Budget Review B17611 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2017/07/07/city-yonkers-budget-review-b17-6-11DiNapoli Criticizes Ill-Conceived Presidential Executive Order
… Presidential Executive Order is yet another ill-conceived and dangerous attack on environmental protections. Along with … the Environmental Protection Agency's budget by 31 percent and roll back protections for clean air and water, this action would decimate 40 years of work to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-criticizes-ill-conceived-presidential-executive-orderDiNapoli Releases February State Cash Report
… primarily from federal sources). All Funds spending was $557 million lower than the latest projections, primarily … visit Open Book New York . The easy-to-use website was created to promote transparency in government and provide …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-releases-february-state-cash-reportReporting Member Contributions – Enhanced Reporting
… Tier 3, 5 and 6 members covered under Articles 14, 15 and 22, contributions deducted on or after October 1, 2013 are 414(h) contributions. (Section 414(h) does not apply to PFRS contributions made prior to October 1, 2013 and is not retroactive.) If you have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/enhanced-reporting/reporting-member-contributionsStatewide Local Sales Tax Collections Up More Than 21 Percent
… totaled close to $1.6 billion, up $276 million from July of last year. “Last month’s impressive sales tax performance … this time last year were severely weakened by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. New York’s local governments are … reflects the fact that collections during the same month of 2020 were weak, with sales activity still recovering from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/08/statewide-local-sales-tax-collections-more-21-percentTown of Monroe – Water System Accountability and Electricity Cost Savings (2012M-227)
… in its water operations and reduce electricity costs for the period January 1, 2011 to January 31, 2012. … Town reported general fund expenditures of $4.9 million for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2011. Key Findings Town officials did not have written procedures for reconciling the water processed by its water system and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/02/15/town-monroe-water-system-accountability-and-electricity-cost-savings-2012m-227Village of Monticello – Board Oversight (2013M-226)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to assess the oversight provided by the … 1, 2011 through March 14, 2013. Background The Village of Monticello is located in the Town of Thompson in Sullivan … Village of Monticello Board Oversight 2013M226 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2014/02/14/village-monticello-board-oversight-2013m-226Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… The district has not established a formal plan stating how much will be set aside in each reserve, how each reserve will … The district consistently appropriated fund balance that was not needed to finance operations. In addition, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsTown of LaGrange – Selected Financial Activities (2013M-107)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine potential cost savings and … 1, 2011, through September 30, 2012. Background The Town of LaGrange is located in Dutchess County and serves … Town of LaGrange Selected Financial Activities 2013M107 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/07/12/town-lagrange-selected-financial-activities-2013m-107Annual Employer Contributions – Employer Contributions and Rates
… for the invoice due approximately 18 months later. The 2026 invoice (current year’s invoice for the payment due February 1, 2026) uses: The employees’ earnings reported to NYSLRS by … during State Fiscal Year April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026; and The rates from the Actuarial Valuation for State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/contributions/annual-employer-contributionsAbout Unclaimed Funds
… the information in newspapers. Despite these efforts, many funds remain unclaimed and are turned over to the Office of the State Comptroller. Types of Unclaimed Funds Accounts Bank Accounts – savings, checking …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/resources/about-unclaimed-funds