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Ethics Oversight (2020-MS-1)
… For the 20 local governments we examined: 95 percent of local governments did not ensure their Ethics Boards … officers and employees. 90 percent did not comply with all of the GML requirements we tested. 90 percent did not ensure … not review disclosure statements for potential conflicts of interest and completeness. 50 percent (7 of 14) of Ethics …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2020/12/30/ethics-oversight-2020-ms-1Optional Membership – Membership and Enrollment
… Optional members are not required to join NYSLRS. However, … employment. Beginning July 27, 1976, ERS membership is optional for: Temporary or provisional positions (under Civil … by 2,000 hours. Before July 27, 1976, ERS membership was optional for jobs with: Exempt or labor classification; or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/optional-membershipState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… were not on CUNY Central’s list that Lehman opened prior to the implementation of its 2008 banking policy. In … tax levy dollars that Lehman should have turned over to the state. In a follow-up, auditors found Lehman officials … City-based not-for-profit organization authorized by SED to provide preschool special education services to children …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsCUNY Bulletin No. CU-391
… units listed below who reside within the following zip codes: New York City Zip Codes Brooklyn 112XX Bronx 104XX Queens 110XX, 111XX, 113XX, 114XX Manhattan 100XX, 101XX, 102XX Staten Island 103XX New York State Zip Codes Nassau County 110XX, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-391-prepaid-legal-service-benefit-cuny-employeesCUNY Bulletin No. CU-354
… are all employees who are represented by Teamsters, Local 237 or SEIU, Local 300 in the bargaining units listed below, who receive a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-354-prepaid-legal-service-benefit-cuny-employeesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… paid 20 employees overtime totaling $524,934, primarily for routine services, including $123,113 for cleaning services. With appropriate scheduling, over … Officials also overpaid 20 employees a total of $11,961 for overtime. Carle Place Union Free School District – …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-auditsSelected M/WBE Purchases by Various Facilities
… an entity that is at least 51 percent owned and controlled by the minority members and/or women whose ownership interest … These enterprises must also be authorized to do business in New York State and registered under the State's M/WBE … However, the extent of any "value-added" by AIW's role in these transactions is not readily apparent; especially in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/03/07/selected-mwbe-purchases-various-facilitiesJoin Our Team as a State Program Examiner!
… Effectuate Positive Change for New Yorkers Auditing is the heart of our work at the … intelligence, and more. Our work identifies opportunities for operational improvement, reduces waste, enhances … expert-level training and qualifying experience necessary for professional certifications and licenses, including the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/sgaOpinion 96-16
… MUNICIPAL HOME RULE LAW, §10: A town may not, pursuant to either Town Law, §198 or a local law, use the proceeds from the sale to the county of all the property and facilities of a town … legislation for certain public authorities provides that transfers of property by a municipality to the authority are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-96-16DiNapoli: Lake George Watershed Coalition Director Charged in $500K Grant Scheme
… today on a 22-count indictment for using his position to pocket more than $500,000, according to State Comptroller … this complicated case," Warren County Sheriff York said. "My office opened this criminal investigation, like many … by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.ny.gov , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/dinapoli-lake-george-watershed-coalition-director-charged-500k-grant-schemeDiNapoli: 33 School Districts Reported in Fiscal Stress
… so communities can correct them. My office will continue to provide financial planning tools, guidance and training to help schools in stress.” DiNapoli’s Fiscal Stress … System (FSMS) analyzes a set of six financial indicators to create an overall stress score. The fiscal stress score …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/dinapoli-33-school-districts-reported-fiscal-stressDiNapoli: Contribute to a NY 529 College Savings Account and Deduct Up to $10,000 From Your State Taxes
… New Yorkers can open an account and if they already have one can contribute and deduct up to $5,000 from their New … expenses, books and supplies. The program offers two plans that individuals can enroll in, the Direct Plan and … to select individual portfolios by assembling a customized one using 15 individual investment options. There are over …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-contribute-ny-529-college-savings-account-and-deduct-10000-your-state-taxesDiNapoli: Former Town of Marion Court Clerk Sentenced to Jail, Ordered to Pay Over $59,000 in Restitution
… the work of the State Police members assigned to this case, the State Comptroller’s Office, and the Wayne County …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-former-town-marion-court-clerk-sentenced-jail-ordered-pay-over-59000-restitutionDiNapoli: Cohocton Town Clerk Pleads Guilty In $36,000 Theft
… 51, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the third degree, a Class D felony, before Judge Peter Bradstreet. Riley also admitted taking tax penalty payments and other cash for six years. Sentencing is scheduled for March 2. Riley is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-cohocton-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-36000-theftOpinion 2006-11
… under section 806 of the General Municipal Law to adopt codes of ethics setting forth standards of conduct for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2006-11Becoming Eligible for a Benefit – Regional State Park Police Plan
… right to receive a retirement benefit, even if you leave public employment. 1 Tier 1, 2, 3 and 5 members who are off public payroll may collected a vested retirement benefit at … information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 5 and 6 members covered by Section383a Covers pension disability and death benefits …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1867/becoming-eligible-benefitAccounts Payable Advisory No. 10
… Subject: Handling Code “A” and “Separate Payment” Box Guidance: This advisory is … box checked. However, OSC will not reject vouchers for Bulk load Business Units that are unable to check the “Separate Payment” box. … Handling Code A and Separate Payment Box …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/10-handling-code-and-separate-payment-boxGreenburgh-North Castle Union Free School District - Financial Management (2018M-108)
… The District’s financial recovery may be impacted due to decreased enrollment, resulting in decreased revenues. … Key Recommendations The Board should monitor the budget to ensure that expenditures do not exceed revenues. District … agreed with our recommendations and indicated they plan to initiate corrective action. … GreenburghNorth Castle Union …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/11/02/greenburgh-north-castle-union-free-school-district-financial-managementState Agencies Bulletin No. 2067
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to inform agencies of OSC’s automatic processing of the April … increases to Location pay and Location Mid-Hudson Pay will be paid in paychecks dated 11/09/2022 (Administration Pay … Westchester, Rockland or City of New York Employees Terminated via Discipline Process Employees terminated from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2067-april-2020-2021-and-2022-retroactive-increases-location-pay-andOpinion 92-36
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … in the opinion. COUNTIES -- Powers and Duties (imposition of surcharge to finance E911 system); (implementation of E911 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-36