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Town of Fishkill – Audit Follow-Up (2013M-188-F)
… in September 2013. Background The Town of Fishkill is located in Dutchess County and has a population of approximately 22,100. The Town is governed by the Town Board, which comprises the Town …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2015/06/19/town-fishkill-audit-follow-2013m-188-fLivonia Joint Fire District – Audit Follow-Up (2021M-97-F)
… – pdf] [read complete 2021 report – pdf] Purpose of Review The purpose of our review was to assess the Livonia Joint Fire District’s (District) progress, as of September 2024, in implementing our recommendations in the … The purpose of our review was to assess the Livonia Joint Fire Districts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2024/11/01/livonia-joint-fire-district-audit-follow-2021m-97-fCompliance With Executive Order 95 (Open Data) (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the two … in beginning in March 2013, with covered entities required to be in full compliance by December 2019. As of March 2022, … Data. Open Data should provide ongoing “one-stop” access to publishable State data and make such data freely available …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/04/13/compliance-executive-order-95-open-data-followImproper Episodic Payments to Home Health Providers (Follow-Up)
… initial audit report, Improper Episodic Payments to Home Health Providers (Report 2016-S-4 ). Background The State's Medicaid program provides a wide range of health care services to individuals who are economically disadvantaged and/or have special health care needs. Effective May 1, 2012, the Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/05/04/improper-episodic-payments-home-health-providers-followDiNapoli: Housing Discrimination Complaints Languish at NYC Commission on Human Rights
… (CCHR) allowed some housing discrimination cases to sit at times for years without resolution, according to an audit … CCHR allowed some housing discrimination cases to sit at times for years without resolution according to an audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/dinapoli-housing-discrimination-complaints-languish-nyc-commission-human-rightsDiNapoli Report Looks at New York City Metro Area's Import and Export Economies
… choices on their businesses and households. “New York City is one of the country’s largest importers and exporters of … into the metropolitan area, and the state, by region, is Europe. Europe is estimated to make up about 31% of the value of all goods …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-report-looks-new-york-city-metro-areas-import-and-export-economiesOversight of Sex Offenders Subject to Strict and Intensive Supervision and Treatment
… subject to SIST between April 1, 2012 and September 10, 2014. Key Findings We examined supervision records for 99 … 15 percent were more than a month late. At the time of our test, one respondent’s photo had not been updated in almost a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/12/17/oversight-sex-offenders-subject-strict-and-intensive-supervision-and-treatmentAkron Fire Department – Financial Activities (2014M-196)
… April 16, 2014. Background The Akron Fire Department is located in the Village of Akron in Erie County. The … of Directors (Board) consists of eight elected members and is responsible for the Department’s overall financial … educational institution and a report card with their GPA, is available for review to verify their eligibility for grant …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2020/04/10/akron-fire-department-financial-activities-2014m-196User Access Controls Over Selected System Applications (Follow-Up)
… University of New York (SUNY) system since 1950, Upstate Medical University’s (Upstate) mission is to improve the … and patient care. Upstate, the only academic medical center in Central New York, comprises four colleges, a research enterprise, one hospital with two locations (Upstate University Hospital and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/07/16/user-access-controls-over-selected-system-applications-followNew York City Tourism Industry Hit Hard by Pandemic, Visitor Spending Drops by 73%
… in City Fiscal Year (CFY) 2021. “The tourism industry is a vital component of New York City’s economy,” DiNapoli … exhaustive report on the pandemic's impact on NYC tourism is an invaluable marker," said Manhattan Borough President … DiNapoli's report highlights just how vital tourism is to all five boroughs of New York City, and is also a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/04/new-york-city-tourism-industry-hit-hard-pandemic-visitor-spending-drops-73DiNapoli: SED Needs To Improve Oversight of School Districts' English Language Learners Programs
… are providing the required services for students learning English, according to an audit released today by State … New York City were providing the required services to English Language Learners (ELLs). "New York can do a better … job when it comes to helping students who are learning English and close the achievement gaps — including lower …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-sed-needs-improve-oversight-school-districts-english-language-learners-programsResponse to Human Trafficking
… the New York State Social Services Law created a framework for serving survivors of human trafficking in New York, and OTDA’s Bureau of Refugee Services is responsible for overseeing the Response to Human Trafficking Program … through the Program including case management, temporary shelter and rental assistance, medical and mental health …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/03/17/response-human-traffickingXIII.4.C Travel Mileage Rates – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… SECTION OVERVIEW AND POLICIES New York State reimburses employees for business use of a … New York State reimburses employees for business use of a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii4c-travel-mileage-ratesDiNapoli: Central New York Economy Slowly Improving
… The Central New York economy is starting to rebound from the Great … according to a profile of the region released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The report, … average and the loss of some large employers. “Central New York’s post-recession economy is in transition,” DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/dinapoli-central-new-york-economy-slowly-improvingTown of Denmark – Claims Auditing (2026M-32)
… 21, 2026 Understanding the Audit Area The audit of claims is often the last line of defense in preventing unauthorized, … auditing process, the control consciousness of its staff is enhanced because officials and employees are aware that a … will occur before public funds are disbursed. Because it is a town board’s responsibility to ensure that tax dollars …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2026/06/26/town-denmark-claims-auditing-2026m-32DiNapoli: Local Tax Cap Will Be Two Percent in 2022
… Property tax levy growth will be capped at 2% for 2022 for local governments that … as 44 cities and 13 villages. "Allowable tax levy growth will be limited to 2% for a third time in four years for … cost increases and the need for investments that will stimulate economic growth and fund essential services …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-local-tax-cap-will-be-two-percent-2022Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… the 23 projects' sites and did a more detailed review of one project, the Induction Loop project (estimated to cost … unauthorized subcontractors to work on the project. One of those subcontractors was Petrocelli Electrical … and DOT was not always notified of red flags within one week, as required. In a follow-up report, auditors found …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsPayroll Improvement Project Bulletin No. PIP-015
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to inform agencies of changes to the direct deposit … who completes an AC 2772 processed after February 9, 2021 is affected. Effective Dates Changes to the direct deposit … on March 15, 2021. The newest AC 2772 (rev 01/21) is required for all direct deposit transactions entered after …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/payroll-improvement-project/pip-015-direct-deposit-updated-business-process-and-ac-2772Some NY Schools Not Reporting Bullying or Harassment
… Education Department agrees with our recommendations and is taking steps to help school officials improve their … to safeguard students.” "The Dignity for All Students Act is an effective vehicle in creating a safe and productive environment for students when it is well implemented and when schools are in compliance,” said …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/some-ny-schools-not-reporting-bullying-or-harassmentComptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… in July 2011, examined the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) oversight of grant activity. Auditors found that the … effective communication and information sharing within the DOT and with other state agencies that also provide grant funding. In a follow-up, auditors found DOT has made progress in correcting the problems identified …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-audits