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Participating Employers
A list of the New York State public employers that participate in NYSLRS.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/retirement/employers/pdf/participating-employers.pdfOversight of Direct Placement of Children
… August 26, 2019. About the Program OCFS oversees the State’s child welfare system, and its Central Office is responsible … regarding children in direct placement is tracked in CONNECTIONS, the system of record for child welfare in New … even within, Local Districts. Direct placement data in CONNECTIONS was not always complete or accurate, which may …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/03/02/oversight-direct-placement-childrenOversight of Student Immunization in Schools (2015-S-85), 90-Day Response
To determine if the Department of Health (DOH) and the State Education Department (SED) are following the State’s public health procedures
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2016-15s85-response.pdfDiNapoli: Wyandanch Public Library Audit Reveals Missing Cash, Excess Benefits
… Officials of the Wyandanch Public Library in Suffolk County failed to notice $4,600 in … shows that library officials did not adequately protect public money,” said DiNapoli. “Residents should never have to … that from July 1, 2011 through Sept. 30, 2012, the public library’s board did not provide adequate oversight of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/11/dinapoli-wyandanch-public-library-audit-reveals-missing-cash-excess-benefitsDiNapoli: Pharsalia Supervisor Arrested in Alleged $123K Theft
… in Myrtle Beach and New York City, fees for PayPal, Amazon and iTunes, and designer handbags, liquor and cooking …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/dinapoli-pharsalia-supervisor-arrested-alleged-123k-theftDiNapoli: Former Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Felony in Theft of More Than $5,000 in Fire District Funds
… money for personal gain,” DiNapoli said. “Such crimes can be deterred by proper oversight. The first line of … response is included in the final audit report, which can be viewed here: … the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-former-treasurer-pleads-guilty-felony-theft-more-5000-fire-district-fundsGrowing Cracks in the Foundation: Local Governments are Losing Ground on Addressing Vital Infrastructure Needs
State and local governments maintain critical public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and water and sewer systems.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/infrastructure.pdfHiring Public Retirees – When Employees Retire
… earn in post-retirement employment without affecting their pension. Earnings Limits For all public retirees, earnings … Section 212 limit, he or she must pay back to NYSLRS an amount equal to the pension payments received after the limit was reached. If the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/when-employees-retire/hiring-public-retireesPublic Safety Overtime
… clarity about public safety overtime, Regulation 315.5 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) has been established to help employers determine what overtime is reportable and pensionable. As of July 1, 2019, public safety overtime that is paid by a public entity, and meets other requirements, is pensionable and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/public-safety-overtimeCompliance With Freedom of Information Law Requirements
… of Information Law (FOIL), and if DOT is in compliance with its responsibilities under FOIL. The audit covered FOIL … agency, public authority, and local government entity, with the exception of the Judiciary and State Legislature. … the requested information. DOT was not in compliance with the statutory requirement to provide an appeal to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/29/compliance-freedom-information-law-requirementsAudit Finds Construction Delays in Public Housing Program Across New York State
… Problems with the administration of the public housing modernization program run by New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) have led to years-long delays in projects outside New York City, according to an audit … DiNapoli said. “People living in moderate- and low-income housing should not have to wait years for crucial projects to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/audit-finds-construction-delays-public-housing-program-across-new-york-stateLife Changes: Membership in a Nutshell
… Thomas P. DiNapoli I cannot stress enough how important it is for you to know how membership in the New York State and … receive as a NYSLRS member. Understanding these benefits is one of the first and most important steps in planning your future. Your Retirement System is here to assist you and answer any questions you may have. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/life-changes-membership-nutshellState Contract and Payment Actions in August
… In August, the Office of the State Comptroller approved 1,631 contracts for state agencies and public authorities valued at $2.3 … for the state’s share of costs to reduce surf damage in Richmond County. New York State Gaming Commission $5.2 … In August the Office of the State Comptroller approved 1631 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/09/state-contract-and-payment-actions-augustState Contract and Payment Actions in January
… Education Department $915 million in general aid to 184 school districts. $155.6 million in BOCES aid to 36 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/state-contract-and-payment-actions-januaryDiNapoli: Clerk Admits Writing Nearly $5,000 in Village Checks for Herself
… Barnes pleaded guilty on Thursday after pocketing $4,788 in public funds for her personal use. Her thefts were brought to light during an audit and … and agreed to pay full restitution plus $500 to cover the village of Delhi’s insurance deductible in lieu of … Barnes pleaded guilty on Thursday after pocketing $4788 in public funds for her personal use …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/12/dinapoli-clerk-admits-writing-nearly-5000-village-checks-herself07683 Public Information Specialist 2 Digital Content MQ Template 2/23
All candidates MUST complete this template in full to demonstrate they meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates will be selected for interview based SOLELY on the contents provide by them on this template.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/employment/docs/07683-public-information-specialist-2-dc-mq-template-2-2023.docDiNapoli: Former West Carthage Housing Authority Executive Director Sentenced in Embezzlement Scheme; Over $48,000 in Restitution Recovered
… Hoffman was sentenced to serve five years’ probation. The sentencing of Hoffman's mother, Katherine (Katie) Pais, who … Following their June 3, 2024 guilty pleas and prior to sentencing, the pair paid back $48,930 in restitution to the … Urban Development, Office of Inspector General. “Today’s sentencing demonstrates HUD OIG’s steadfast commitment to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-former-west-carthage-housing-authority-executive-director-sentenced-embezzlement-scheme-overState Contract and Payment Actions in May
… Program, including $136.4 to Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc., $89.6 million to Odyssey House Inc., and $55.3 million … secondary bond sale advisory services. $1.3 million with Center for Governmental Research, Inc. for local government … contracts, billions in state payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract FOIL requests, bid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/07/state-contract-and-payment-actions-mayState Contract and Payment Actions in September
… payments. More information on these contracts and payments is available at Open Book New York . Major Contracts Approved … $7.5 million to 20 other vendors. Department of Health $26.8 million to Maximus Inc. for assistance with the Health …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/state-contract-and-payment-actions-septemberState Contract and Payment Actions in May
… In May, the Office of the State Comptroller approved 2,216 contracts for state agencies and public authorities valued at $193.9 … Department of Transportation testing laboratory building in Albany County. $5 million with Minhas General Contractor … In May the Office of the State Comptroller approved 2216 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/state-contract-and-payment-actions-may