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OSC's Annual Financial Report (AFR)
The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) has replaced the AUD with the new Annual Financial Report (AFR) application to collect annual financial reports submitted by local governments.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/osc-annual-financial-report-120623.pdfDiNapoli: As State Tax Check-Off Options Increase, Spending Lags for Most
… York state offers many worthy causes for income tax filers to donate to on their income tax forms, but money from less … reason for the decline in contributors may be the large increase in the number of check-offs; taxpayers are now … with reporting requirements to provide greater clarity on how funds are being spent and why spending from many funds is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-state-tax-check-off-options-increase-spending-lags-mostFinancial Data: How can we submit a data request?
… Requesters can either phone the Local Government and School Accountability (LGSA) Help Line at 1-866-321-8503 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/data/financial-data-how-can-we-submit-data-requestDiNapoli Issues Report on Public-Private Partnerships
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli called for strong oversight provisions if New York broadens the … DiNapoli’s recommendations follow the release of a report today examining the benefits and problems that have … authorities to use design-build procurement for a limited number of projects, including the replacement of the Tappan …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2013/06/dinapoli-issues-report-public-private-partnershipsFocus on Identity Theft
… important issue. IDENTITY THEFT REPORTS INCREASED 200% in New York State between 2019 and 2021. (Source: Federal … browser location field. Don’t click on links received in unsolicited email. Resources Federal Resources Federal … General: Prosecutes individuals and businesses engaged in fraudulent trade practices and provides information to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/focus-identity-theftDiNapoli: Farms Generated $5.7 Billion for New York Economy
… make sure that agriculture can thrive in the Empire State for generations to come.” The state boasted more than 33,400 … from 2012 to 2017. New York ranks as a national leader for a variety of agricultural commodities. Milk is the state’s largest commodity, ranking third for sales nationwide in 2017, with sales of over $2.5 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/08/dinapoli-farms-generated-57-billion-new-york-economyArlington Fire District – Station Number 5 Renovation (2022M-54)
… Arlington Station 5 and appropriately disclosed interests in leasehold agreements. Key Findings Members of the Board … agreement, which included the District providing $248,000 in additional rent to fund renovations for the leased … one lease amendment that cost an additional $77,000 in materials costs without adequate documentation. Approved …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2022/10/21/arlington-fire-district-station-number-5-renovation-2022m-54XII.5.B Unique Invoice Number Requirements – XII. Expenditures
… invoices. With few exceptions, as described later in this section, Business Units should use the invoice number … it can create a second voucher with invoice number 123-2 in the Invoice Number field to make the second payment. In certain circumstances, a vendor may be unable to provide a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii5b-unique-invoice-number-requirementsXIV.4.C Bank Account Reporting and Reconciliations – XIV. Special Procedures
… reported in both the Comptroller’s Annual Report to the Legislature on State Funds Cash Basis of Accounting and the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiv/xiv4c-bank-account-reporting-and-reconciliationsRequired Documentation
… asking for documentation to prove ownership. by mail , you can attach the required documentation to your claim form. In … Agreements; and List of subsidiaries your organization can claim on behalf of, such as IRS form 851, SEC form 10-K … explaining the disposition of the organization. If You Can't Provide Proof If you don’t have the requested …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/claimants/required-documentationState Agencies Bulletin No. 834
… for 21P employees Contract Pay Teacher: Method of Payment In accordance with the 2007-2011 PEF/New York State … when reporting lost time, extra time or a salary lump sum payment. Lost Time LTO (Lost Time Override) Use the Earn Code … of days and the amount of extra time. Salary Lump Sum Payment for Calendar and 21P Teachers When an employee leaves …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/834-restoration-contract-pay-and-additional-pay-21p-institution-teachersAs Personal Income Tax Checkoffs Increase in Number, Disbursements Lag for Most Funds
Of the 42 states that impose a personal income tax, nearly all allow taxpayers to make charitable contributions through checkoffs on their personal income tax (PIT) returns.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/tax-checkoffs-2024.pdfDiNapoli Releases Report on Tax Check-Off Donations
… income tax (PIT) check-off funds that were eligible to receive contributions saw a slight decline in total … in the 2019-20 state fiscal year (SFY), according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … this year. Report Tax Check-Off Donations Report Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/dinapoli-releases-report-tax-check-off-donationsLife Changes: What If I Leave Public Employment?
… 6 members needed ten years). Sign in to your Retirement Online account to view your total estimated service credit, … Service (IRS) as an early distribution from a qualified pension plan. The amount reported could be considered taxable … Most members can estimate their pension using the benefit calculator in Retirement Online . The calculator uses your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/life-changes-what-if-i-leave-public-employmentState Agencies Bulletin No. 1258
… to PayServ 9.1. Affected Employees All employees with a current garnishment(s) Effective Date(s) July 22, 2013 … 9.1, the Bureau of State Payroll Services performed a comprehensive analysis of garnishment processing in the … . All of these pages are attached: Attachment A: Garn Spec Data 1 Attachment B: Garn Spec Data 2 Attachment C: Garn …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1258-garnishment-changes-payserv-91DiNapoli: Binghamton Woman Charged With Stealing Deceased Father-in-Law's Pension Payments
… Joy LaBarr, was charged with stealing nearly $32,000 in New York State pension payments intended for her deceased father-in-law, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Broome … “The defendant allegedly took advantage of her father-in-law’s death to personally profit, buying clothing, making …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-binghamton-woman-charged-stealing-deceased-father-laws-pension-paymentsNumber of Local Governments in New York
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https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/0310-2snapshot.pdfDiNapoli Report Spotlights New York's Veterans
… Nearly three-quarters of the approximately 890,000 veterans living in New York … 900,000 men and women who have served bravely to safeguard our freedom,” DiNapoli said. “Across the country and in our … and nursing homes. DiNapoli’s report, which includes data on veterans in every county in New York, also found that: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/dinapoli-report-spotlights-new-yorks-veteransLife Changes: Membership in a Nutshell
… To apply for previous service, sign in to your Retirement Online account , go to the ‘My Account Summary’ area of your … purchasing additional service credit will increase your pension. However, there are certain situations where … prior to your estimated date of retirement. Use Our Quick Calculator The quick calculator will estimate your pension …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/life-changes-membership-nutshellAccounts Payable Advisory No. 13
… in processing vouchers should contact the SFS Help Desk for assistance: phone 518-457-7737 (toll-free 877-737-4185), e-mail …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/13-voucher-matching-process-required-sfs