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Opinion 92-16
… from volunteer fire company) TOWNS -- Powers and Duties (lease of office from town officers and fire companies) TOWN … his or her official town duties. A town is authorized to lease office space from a fire company. You ask whether a … official town duties. You also ask whether a town may lease office space from the private volunteer fire company …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-16Operational Advisory No. 13
… System (SFS). Guidance After the close of business on July 31, 2017, OSC will be closing June 2017 . SFS will … with an accounting date in a period that is about to be closed should be monitored. Agencies are asked to process … date in an accounting period that is about to be closed, that have passed agency approval (and not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/operational-advisory/13-august-2017-monthly-advisory-open-accounting-periodsDiNapoli: State Must Consider Pros and Cons of Gaming Revenues, Problem Gambling
… from gaming activities and problem gambling. “The lottery generates billions of dollars each year for New … for its budget and for localities through traditional lottery games, video lottery terminals (VLTs), racetrack wagering, casinos, sports …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/dinapoli-state-must-consider-pros-and-cons-gaming-revenues-problem-gamblingDiNapoli Says State Opioid Treatment Programs Need Better Coordination
… to look at opioid use across New York state. Auditors, in a series of reports, will be looking to identify at-risk patient/provider behavior and gaps in the effectiveness of government programs. "New York and … or death." Overdose deaths involving prescription opioids in New York state have risen from 754 in 2010 to 1,382 in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/11/dinapoli-says-state-opioid-treatment-programs-need-better-coordinationNorth Syracuse Central School District – Professional Services (2022M-34)
… School District (District) officials sought competition for the procurement of professional services and entered into written agreements with service … we reviewed, they did not always seek competition for professional services in accordance with District policy. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2022/07/29/north-syracuse-central-school-district-professional-services-2022m-34The Construction Industry in New York City: Recent Trends and Impact of COVID-19
… infrastructure projects like the next phase of the Second Avenue Subway, upgrading subway signals, and making …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/osdc/construction-industry-new-york-city-recent-trends-and-impact-covid-19Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… completed audits of the Central Valley School District , Cornwall Central School District , Cuba-Rushford Central … that improper disbursements or payment errors could occur. Cornwall Central School District – Financial Condition … completed audits of the Central Valley School District Cornwall CSD CubaRushford CSD DeRuyter CSD Margaretville CSD …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsCOVID-19 Relief Program Tracker
… over time as more information becomes available. We hope the information presented here can be used to help New … million was added in the SFY 2022-23 Enacted Budget for art and cultural needs outside of New York City. $200 million … customer arrears. In June 2022, the Public Service Commission (PSC) established a program to allocate the $250 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/covid-relief-program-trackerDiNapoli: Loss of Federal Deductions in Trump Tax Plan Could Hurt New York's Middle Class Taxpayers
… Major changes to the federal tax code being considered by the President and … reported by New Yorkers on their federal taxes, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … stakes are high for New Yorkers if these changes are made to the federal tax code," DiNapoli said. "There is a distinct …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-loss-federal-deductions-trump-tax-plan-could-hurt-new-yorks-middle-class-taxpayersDiNapoli Releases Economic Report on the Bronx
… The COVID-19 pandemic hit the Bronx harder than any other borough by several measures, … report details, prior to the start of the pandemic, the Bronx was on an upward trajectory, with steady economic … The COVID19 pandemic hit the Bronx harder than any other borough by several measures …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/dinapoli-releases-economic-report-bronxNYC Finances Remain Strong But Out-Year Budget Gaps Have Grown
… percent, the lowest level in 42 years, but financial risks for the city persist, according to a report released today by … health insurance savings. While the potential budget gap for FY 2020 is sizable, the city has a year to close it. In … The financial plan also does not reflect the potential for future federal or state budget cuts. Growing federal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/nyc-finances-remain-strong-out-year-budget-gaps-have-grownComptroller DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions
… chief financial officer, DiNapoli reviews contracts for all state agencies and certain contracts for state public authorities. He regularly reports on state … dollars. Here are the contract and spending highlights for November 2013: Major Contract Approvals Metropolitan …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/comptroller-dinapoli-announces-state-contract-payment-actionsDiNapoli Releases Analysis of Executive Budget
… The MRT is charged with identifying savings that can lead to financial sustainability of the program, including … public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract FOIL requests, bid protest decisions and commonly requested …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/02/dinapoli-releases-analysis-executive-budgetState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… bidding statutes but did not obtain quotes. Quotes should have been obtained for 23 claims totaling approximately … plan for the financing of capital projects. The town could have saved approximately $10,200 in issuance costs related to … without clear plans to use this money. Town officials have not developed a fund balance policy, established any …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsState Contract and Payment Actions in November
… Westchester County Health Care Corp. $20.8 million with Quest Diagnostics Inc. for state employee COVID-19 testing. State … USA Inc. for construction inspection services on the Long Island Expressway in Queens County. $1.3 million with Twin …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/state-contract-and-payment-actions-novemberState Contract and Payment Actions in May
… ES II Enterprises JV for rehabilitation on Woolley Ave. and Bradley Ave. over Staten Island Expressway in Richmond County. $11.5 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/state-contract-and-payment-actions-mayDiNapoli: Audit Finds Misuse of Funds in Town of Fishkill
… The former recreation director in the town of Fishkill allegedly misused as much as $50,000 generated by … paid day trips and overnight trips. The town’s recreation director is responsible for the center’s financial … The former recreation director in the town of Fishkill allegedly misused as much as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-audit-finds-misuse-funds-town-fishkillDiNapoli: Facilities Using Radioactive Materials or Radiation Equipment in New York City Were Not Always Properly Inspected or Licensed
… or registered, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The audit … or registered according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-facilities-using-radioactive-materials-or-radiation-equipment-new-york-city-were-not-alwaysComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… adequate supporting documentation and evidence that the goods or services were received and the claims were for … to maintain in each fund. City of Newburgh – Budget Rev i ew (Orange County) The city continues to budget minimal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1DiNapoli: Audit Reveals Cash, Drugs, Weapons Missing from Police Custody
… that were no longer in their possession, including a Ford Explorer, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee and two …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-audit-reveals-cash-drugs-weapons-missing-police-custody