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DiNapoli: MTA Needs To Do More To Increase Procurement Efficiencies and Save Money
… since consolidation. DiNapoli’s audit recommended that MTA define the initiatives that are related to its Transformation … It also recommended that Procurement Function clearly define the cost savings and cost avoidance it achieves and … efficiency and savings, and that they are not required to define what savings stem from the Transformation Plan. Audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-mta-needs-do-more-increase-procurement-efficiencies-and-save-moneyOperational Training and Medical Assessments of Train Crews
… North America’s largest transportation network. One of six MTA constituent agencies, New York City Transit … (Transit) operates bus and subway service within the City of New York. Train crews consist of two members: a Train … and monitor train service personnel for fitness of duty, and respond to and investigate operational incidents …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/03/01/operational-training-and-medical-assessments-train-crewsSchool District Bus Safety (2018-MS-4) - West Irondequoit Central
School District Bus Safety (2018-MS-4) - West Irondequoit Central
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/pdf/lgsa-audit-swr-2018-School-Bus-Safety-west-irondequoit-central.pdfSchool District Bus Safety (2018-MS-4) - Saratoga Springs City
School District Bus Safety (2018-MS-4) - Saratoga Springs City
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/pdf/lgsa-audit-swr-2018-School-Bus-Safety-saratoga-springs-city.pdfState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… today announced the following local government and school audits were issued. Marathon Joint Fire District – Investment … today announced the following local government and school audits were issued …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-1Selected Aspects of Bus Fleet Maintenance (Follow-Up) (2013-F-8), 30-Day Response
We have followed up on the actions taken by officials of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to implement the recommendations contained in our audi
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2013-13f8-response.pdfFuel Purchases
… March 31, 2014. Background The Authority’s eight regional subsidiaries provide public transportation services in … to supply diesel and unleaded regular gas to the two subsidiaries that account for most of its fuel purchases. In … a private company to supply fuel to its six other regional subsidiaries. The Authority spent over $7.5 million and $7.3 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/02/27/fuel-purchasesUse of Vendor-Supported Technology
… to secure and protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. This includes requirements for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/12/12/use-vendor-supported-technologyDiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for June 2014
… more than 1,400 payments valued at nearly $4.1 million due to fraud, waste or other improprieties. As the state’s chief … for their money. The Comptroller’s office averages 11 to 13 days for contract reviews and two days to audit payments. DiNapoli releases this monthly notice to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-payment-actions-june-2014Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… school finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being … district officials have not adequately analyzed reserves to determine if they were established and funded properly and … the procurement policy when purchases were not subject to competitive bidding requirements. As a result, purchases …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-2State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Services (OGS): Compliance with Executive Order 88 – Energy Efficiency of State Buildings (Follow-Up) (2020-F-18) … on one capital project to provide the majority of its energy savings. OGS also needed to develop a contingency plan … or a flat rate. Auditors found the department did not bill and collect the correct annual rates for the majority of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: MTA Outlook Shows Growing Need for New Funding as Budget Gaps Widen
… billion in 2025 and grow in the outyears, according to a report on MTA’s financial outlook released today by New York … is clearer. Gaps are forecast at $2.5 billion in 2025 and 2026 as spending outpaces inflation projections, but could be … in the future, including the deferral of debt service payments. The MTA should specify and increase planned …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-mta-outlook-shows-growing-need-new-funding-budget-gaps-widenJefferson Central School District – Procuring Services (2021M-42)
… District officials did not always seek competition for services. Officials paid: $135,000 to 10 of the 14 … competition. $6,410 to an employee’s private business for lawn care services without public written disclosure of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2021/06/11/jefferson-central-school-district-procuring-services-2021m-42NYS Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on MTA's July Financial Plan
… gap and which projects can’t move forward until funding is identified. The MTA should make these revisions before it … Subway and bus ridership, which now lags projections, is also slowing the planned recovery of operating revenue. … are likely understated, until the capital funding issue is dealt with. “There is a lot at stake for riders and toll …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-mtas-july-financial-planCity of Oneonta – Departmental Collections (2013M-13)
… Office. Except for minor discrepancies, which we discussed with City officials, we determined that cash receipts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2013/04/12/city-oneonta-departmental-collections-2013m-13Travel/Conference Claim Requirements – Travel and Conference Expense Management
… same audit requirements apply to vouchers submitted by all travelers, including members of the governing board and other …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/travel-conference-expense/travelconference-claim-requirementsOn-Time Performance
… where customers can connect with the Staten Island Ferry (Ferry) to Manhattan. SIR trains run 24 hours a day, seven … 15 minutes during rush hour periods, every 30 minutes for non-rush (mid-day and evening) periods, and every hour …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/09/15/time-performanceDiNapoli Report Assesses MTA's Capital Needs and Funding Scenarios
… In a report released today , State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli … in revenue created by the pause on congestion pricing. The report lays out possible sources to fund the MTA’s … and riders in particular. It’s my hope that this report will help underscore the priorities and the challenges …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-report-assesses-mtas-capital-needs-and-funding-scenariosComptroller DiNapoli Releases Annual Review of MTA Finances
… annual report on the MTA’s financial plan. “This is a critical moment for the MTA and for riders,” DiNapoli … and transparency and openness with all stakeholders is essential. If it fails, the consequences could be felt for … plan, and raising fares and tolls. Management is counting on the aforementioned program and plan to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/09/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-annual-review-mta-financesSouth Colonie Central School District – Internal Controls Over Timekeeping Procedures (2013M-298)
… 2013. Background The South Colonie Central School District is located in the Towns of Colonie and Guilderland in Albany … the Town of Niskayuna in Schenectady County. The District is governed by the Board of Education which comprises nine … procedures and controls over the payroll process, there is room for improvement due to the lack of uniformity in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2014/01/10/south-colonie-central-school-district-internal-controls-over-timekeeping