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College Readiness (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, College Readiness (Report … and high schools (excludes charter schools/students) in the 2023-24 school year. Over the past several years, NYCPS has reported increases in the percentage of students graduating from its high …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/10/09/college-readiness-followDiNapoli Audit Finds Food Inspection Failures at NYC Homeless Shelters
… The state and city agencies in charge of overseeing food services at homeless shelters in New York City were lax in inspecting them and did not check if food service workers … The state and city agencies in charge of overseeing food services at homeless shelters in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/10/dinapoli-audit-finds-food-inspection-failures-nyc-homeless-sheltersDiNapoli: State Should Improve Financial Literacy Efforts
… tools to manage their personal finances can help people be in a better position to weather both good times and bad,” … prevent personal financial crises among all generations. In a 2018 survey, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority found that in New York: 28% of credit card holders made only the minimum …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/09/dinapoli-state-should-improve-financial-literacy-effortsDiNapoli: Lax Oversight of Summer Jobs and After School Programs Provider Led to Contract Violations
… young men and women, ages 14 to 24, paid summer jobs. In 2017, SYEP served more than 69,700 participants on a … and sports/recreation activities when school is not in session. Providers, such as Ridgewood, get up to $2,800 … student. More than 126,600 students citywide participated in Fiscal Year 2018. DiNapoli’s audit examined three of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/dinapoli-lax-oversight-summer-jobs-and-after-school-programs-provider-led-contract-violationsDiNapoli: Lockport Facing Severe Cash Flow Problems
… of Lockport will run out of cash to pay for operations in the very near future unless it secures new financing or … operations. “The city of Lockport’s accounting records are in such poor condition that city officials were in the dark about the true severity of their fiscal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-lockport-facing-severe-cash-flow-problemsDiNapoli: Number of New Yorkers Going Hungry Increases Despite Improving Economy
… through 2022. “As the COVID pandemic ended, so did many of the enhanced federal benefits that helped struggling … DiNapoli said. “These benefits drove down the number of households facing food insecurity and food insufficiency. … Higher food costs and rising poverty rates leave far too many New York households with too little to eat. I urge …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-number-new-yorkers-going-hungry-increases-despite-improving-economyDiNapoli: Many Homeless Shelters in Poor Condition
… of the state’s homeless shelters outside New York City are in substandard condition with numerous health and safety … “Homelessness is a problem affecting communities in virtually every corner of the state,” DiNapoli said. … local oversight and inspection of uncertified shelters. In New York City, the Department of Homeless Services serves …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-many-homeless-shelters-poor-conditionDiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for January 2014
… Co. LLC. Approved a $140,000 contract for the sale of Lyon Mountain Correctional Facility, Clinton County, to 2825902 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-payment-actions-january-2014Straight Talk About Financial Planning For Your Retirement
… Thomas P. DiNapoli There are few things that are certain in life, and it’s good to know your retirement benefit is one … You are a member of one of the largest pension systems in the world and your retirement benefit is secure. By … be sure to include your estimated retirement date, the name and birth date of your intended beneficiary, your public …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/straight-talk-about-financial-planning-your-retirementPreparing and Applying for Retirement
… the time comes. Below you’ll find guidance on preparing for retirement, including topics to consider as you plan and actions to take. When you’re ready to apply for retirement, you can do everything online. Learn … have adopted Section 41(j) of the Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL) for ERS members or 341(j) of the RSSL for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/preparing-and-applying-for-retirementDirect Deposit Program
… to your direct deposit is effective, contact us . Use Retirement Online to Update Your Direct Deposit Information Retirement Online is the fastest and most convenient way to … applied to your next month’s pension payment. Sign in to Retirement Online. From Account Homepage, click Update Direct …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/retirees/direct-deposit-programDiNapoli Op-Ed: New York Should Opt Into Public Financing of Elections
… Opt into Public Financing of Elections”was published in The Albany Times Union today, urging the state Legislature to pass comprehensive campaign finance reform in New York, including public funding of elections for all state offices. * * * In 2014, I faced one of the hardest decisions of my career: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/dinapoli-op-ed-new-york-should-opt-public-financing-electionsProfessional Development - Auditors
… a positive image of professionalism, objectivity and independence. Maintaining a highly qualified, credentialed and experienced workforce is one of our primary goals. In accordance with this goal, we encourage and support the continuing professional development of each …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/professional-development-auditorsBecoming a Participating Employer – What Every Employer Should Know
… System (PFRS). NYSLRS staff will help you get started with what you need to know to work with NYSLRS, including … What every employer should know about NYSLRS and what it means to participate as an employer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/partnership/becoming-participating-employerDiNapoli: Former State Employee Arrested for Falsely Claiming She Never Received $4K Loan Check from New York State and Local Retirement System
… 52, of Albany, was arrested for allegedly falsely claiming to the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) that she never received a $4,055 loan check to get a replacement check in the same amount. Both checks … and the New York State Police. “Shannon Brady tried to scam the New York State and Local Retirement System by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-former-state-employee-arrested-falsely-claiming-she-never-received-4k-loan-check-new-yorkSelected Management and Operations Practices
… vehicle initiatives and programs placed the Charge NY and Charge NY 2.0 charging stations in locations where the intent of … be achieved. We also determined whether NYPA’s EVolve NY program met its initial project goals by the end of 2019. … vehicle initiatives and programs placed the Charge NY and Charge NY 20 charging stations in locations where the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/02/04/selected-management-and-operations-practicesDiNapoli: Localities Spending More to Address Climate Change Hazards
… local governments across New York reported $1.34 billion in actual and anticipated spending on capital projects over a 10-year period, with about 55% of the total in response to climate-related hazards such as increased … “Climate change poses significant threats to communities in New York. Concerns are growing about severe heat waves and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-localities-spending-more-address-climate-change-hazardsDiNapoli: New Yorkers Deserve a Transparent Hiring Process When Artificial Intelligence Is Used To Vet Their Job Applications
… of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is falling short in enforcing Local Law 144 (LL144) which regulates the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in employment decisions, according to an audit released today … “When New Yorkers have concerns about employers using AI in hiring, it’s not easy to get help. New York City’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/dinapoli-new-yorkers-deserve-transparent-hiring-process-when-artificial-intelligence-used-vet-theirNYS Comptroller DiNapoli: Beware Text Message Scam Targeting Retirees
… to trick recipients into making a payment for “an upgrade” in exchange for reduced taxes, additional money added to … Retirement Fund is the third largest public pension fund in the United States with estimated assets of $254.8 billion … ranked as one of the best managed and best funded plans in the nation. The Fund's fiscal year ends March 31. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/05/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-beware-text-message-scam-targeting-retireesTown of Homer – Conflict of Interest (2022M-148)
… Town of Homer (Town) officials had prohibited interests in Town contracts. Key Findings One Board member is the … the Board member had a prohibited conflict of interest in the welding company’s contracts with the Town pursuant to … Adopt procedures to help prevent prohibited interests in contracts. Town officials generally agreed with our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2022/12/23/town-homer-conflict-interest-2022m-148