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Medicaid Program - Appropriateness of Medicaid Eligibility Determined by the New York State of Health System (2014-S-4), 90-Day Response
To determine if the Department of Health’s New York State of Health system has adequate controls to ensure accurate enrollments in the Medicaid program
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2014-14s4-response.pdfOpinion 89-18
… authority of the town board, that statute, in our opinion, does not permit reimbursement for lost wages. This Office, in … made, and its plans to rectify such mistakes. Due process does not require more. (115 Misc 2d 515-516, 454 NYS2d …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-18DiNapoli: Binghamton Woman Charged With Stealing Deceased Father-in-Law's Pension Payments
… Joy LaBarr, was charged with stealing nearly $32,000 in New York State pension payments intended for her deceased father-in-law, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Broome … “The defendant allegedly took advantage of her father-in-law’s death to personally profit, buying clothing, making …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-binghamton-woman-charged-stealing-deceased-father-laws-pension-paymentsDiNapoli: 31 School Districts Designated in Some Level of Fiscal Stress
… Thirty-one school districts statewide were designated in fiscal stress under New York State Comptroller Thomas P. … conditions, even if their fiscal stress scores were low in the early days of the crisis.” The Fiscal Stress … found two school districts were designated as being in “significant fiscal stress”: Mount Vernon City School …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/01/dinapoli-31-school-districts-designated-some-level-fiscal-stressChenango County Industrial Development Agency – Project Approval and Monitoring (2022M-10)
… and document its evaluation and approval process. In addition, the Board did not properly monitor the … to ensure they were not exceeded. Track payments in lieu of taxes (PILOTs) to ensure they were billed and paid in accordance with the PILOT agreements. Key Recommendations …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2022/04/22/chenango-county-industrial-development-agency-project-approval-and-monitoringCity of Newburgh – Budget Review (B23-6-9)
… the significant revenue and expenditure projections in the City’s 2023 proposed budget were reasonable. Background The City of Newburgh, located in Orange County, is authorized by Chapter 223 of the Laws of … to exceed $15 million to liquidate the accumulated deficit in the general fund as of December 31, 2010. During the time …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2023/11/17/city-newburgh-budget-review-b23-6-9State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on IDA Reform Legislaton (S.5867/A.7915)
… and the projects that receive tax breaks with new reforms now signed into law. “These measures build upon many of the … and the projects that receive tax breaks with new reforms now signed into law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-ida-reform-legislaton-s5867a7915DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 2.2% in Second Quarter
… collections in the quarter, led by St. Lawrence County at 22.5%, and followed by the counties of Livingston (18.5%), … second calendar quarter AprilJune of 2024 an increase of 22 or $127 million compared to the same quarter last year …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-22-second-quarterDiNapoli: Livingston County Woman Arrested for Theft of Deceased Mother's Pension Payments
… York for allegedly stealing over $34,500 of her mother’s public pension payments after she died in January of 2020. “Ms. Chatley allegedly concealed her … taking office in 2007, DiNapoli has committed to fighting public corruption and encourages the public to help fight …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-livingston-county-woman-arrested-theft-deceased-mothers-pension-paymentsNYS Common Retirement Fund Announces Third Quarter Results
… maximize stable, long-term investment returns that ensure a secure retirement.” The Fund's estimated value reflects … mortgages (29.1 percent), private equity (7.6 percent), real estate (6.4 percent), absolute return (3.4 percent) and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/nys-common-retirement-fund-announces-third-quarter-resultsApproved State Contracts and Payments
… Statewide Lake Assessment program. $650,000 with Serviam Construction LLC for pond enclosures, Bath Fish Hatchery, Steuben County. … million to Public Health Solutions and $700,000 to Yeled V’Yalda Early Childhood Center Inc. for the Special …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/approved-state-contracts-and-paymentsDiNapoli Releases Economic Snapshot of Long Island Highlighting Growth and Challenges
… York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “The number of jobs has reached a record level on Long Island and the region … to make Long Island thrive.” Long Island added 115,400 jobs between 2009 and 2018, reaching 1.3 million jobs. The … of Hempstead) and its least (Dering Harbor). Its 125 school districts likewise include eight with enrollments of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/05/dinapoli-releases-economic-snapshot-long-island-highlighting-growth-and-challengesDisposal of Electronic Devices
… Purpose To determine if electronic devices being surplused by the Department of State had been permanently cleaned of … To determine if electronic devices being surplused by the Department of State had been permanently cleaned of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/05/13/disposal-electronic-devicesJohn A. Coleman School – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… Purpose To determine whether the costs reported by the John A. Coleman School (Coleman) on its Consolidated … districts pay tuition and fees to Coleman using rates set by SED. These rates are based on financial information … employees and contracted personnel that were not supported by formal performance evaluations; $140,512 in bonuses that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/08/05/john-coleman-school-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Down for Third Quarter 2020
… Sales tax revenue for local governments in New York state dropped 9.5 percent in the third quarter compared to the same period last year, … DiNapoli said. “Still, collections are down, especially in New York City, and local governments are facing serious … Sales tax revenue for local governments in New York state dropped 95 percent in the third quarter …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-down-third-quarter-2020Opinion 2002-13
… INSURANCE LAW §§9104, 9105: Unless otherwise provided by special act, the members of a volunteer fire department … You ask whether foreign fire insurance tax monies received by a fire district treasurer may be used to pay expenses of … and use of foreign fire insurance tax monies is governed by sections 9104 and 9105 of the Insurance Law, unless a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-13National Investors Call for Workplace Disability Inclusion
… in the workforce. Signatories to the joint statement included New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer, … in their workforce and continue to identify opportunities for improvement.” "Today's announcement on disability … with disabilities." When companies adopt best practices for hiring people with disabilities, they outperform their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/05/national-investors-call-workplace-disability-inclusionTown of Clarence Industrial Development Agency – Project Approval and Monitoring (2020M-97)
… to the public by posting required documents on CIDA’s website. The Board and officials did not ensure that CIDA’s … goals are being met. Post required information on CIDA’s website. Submit accurate reports to State oversight agencies. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/industrial-development-agency/2021/09/10/town-clarence-industrial-development-agency-projectDiNapoli Op-Ed in Times Union: NY Needs an Independent Commission to Review State's COVID Response
… report often relied on flawed or unvalidated data, and at times data was interpreted incorrectly, resulting in … One of the most glaring examples relates to nursing home deaths. The report cites figures based on Centers for … consult with agencies we audit. In fact, the opposite is true, and if the Olson Group had bothered to read the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-op-ed-times-union-ny-needs-independent-commission-review-states-covid-responseFormer Bronx Youth Director Pleads Guilty
… the guilty plea of Earnestine Russell to grand larceny in the third degree for stealing grant money from a … middle school children. Russell was sentenced to one year in jail and must pay back $61,098. According to the … Attorney's Office and the State Comptroller's Office, in 2008, Russell--who has run the Baychester Youth Council …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/02/former-bronx-youth-director-pleads-guilty