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DiNapoli: Tax Cap Set at 2% in 2024
… Property tax levy growth will be capped at 2% for 2024 for local governments that … as 44 cities and 13 villages. "Allowable tax levy growth will be limited to 2% for a third consecutive year," DiNapoli … develop and balance their budgets for the coming year.” In accordance with state law, DiNapoli’s office calculated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/dinapoli-tax-cap-set-2-percent-2024Arrochar Meats, Inc.
… to Superstorm Sandy. Background During emergencies, the National Guard provides relief services under the day-to-day direction … any amount for fuel that was not received. Develop a list of approved vendors from which to purchase items such as …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/07/29/arrochar-meats-incEast Aurora Union Free School District – High School Extra-Classroom Activity Funds (2016M-163)
… The East Aurora Union Free School District is located in the Towns of Aurora, Colden and Elma in Erie County. The District, which operates three schools … 31 classes and clubs that deposited approximately $184,000 in receipts and disbursed $188,000 during the 2014-15 fiscal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2017/02/24/east-aurora-union-free-school-district-high-school-extra-classroomDiNapoli Issues Report on Transparency of Village Fiscal Activities
… “Villages provide critical services to residents, and many are doing a good job of giving the public a transparent look at how they are spending taxpayer money,” DiNapoli said. “Those … 76 villages, with a total population of more than 369,000 people, levied taxes totaling $288 million. Eleven of the 76 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-issues-report-transparency-village-fiscal-activitiesState Agencies Bulletin No. 1603
… Employees Employees in the following bargaining units who have opted to participate in the Over40 Comp Time II program: … to participate in the annual cash out. The payment is calculated at the straight time rate based on the … Date: Appropriate Effective Date or last day the employee is Active Earnings End Date: Same as Earnings Begin Date Earn …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1603-2017-csea-and-pef-over40-comp-time-ii-cash-outAdministration of the Contract With the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health (Follow-Up)
… of implementation of the nine recommendations included in our initial audit report, Administration of the Contract … had a severe bedbug problem. We also identified $697,938 in unsupported and/or inappropriate expenses charged to the … fees and staff travel. We also found deficiencies in efforts by OMH program staff to follow up on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/15/administration-contract-postgraduate-center-mental-health-followState Agencies Bulletin No. 1358
… employees who work more than 520 hours in a fiscal year, are eligible to receive one-quarter (1/4) of the $1075 … employees who work more than 1040 hours in a fiscal year are eligible to receive one-half (1/2) of the $1075 … are based on the number of hours worked in the fiscal year prior to the leave of absence. Agency Actions To pay the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1358-2014-uniform-cleaning-and-maintenance-allowance-certain-ssu-interestState Agencies Bulletin No. 1512
… Purpose To provide agency instructions for processing the 2016 SSU Uniform Cleaning and Maintenance … and Police Benevolent Association, Inc. () provides for a uniform allowance. A Governor’s Office of Employee … in a separate check and there will be no direct deposit for this payment. Eligibility Criteria Seasonal/temporary …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1512-2016-uniform-cleaning-and-maintenance-allowance-certain-ssu-interestOpinion 94-20
… assessment for) BONDS AND NOTES -- Budget Notes (use of to finance excess cost of snow removal) -- Serial Bonds (use … 29.00: A village may not impose a special assessment to pay the cost of snow removal in excess of the amounts appropriated, but it may issue budget notes to finance such excess costs. In addition, a village has …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-20DiNapoli: Brooklyn is King of NYC Economic Growth
… to an economic snapshot of Brooklyn released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Business in Brooklyn … of losses according to an economic snapshot released by State Comptroller DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-brooklyn-king-nyc-economic-growthVillage of Sherman – Treasurer’s Cash Receipts (2019M-39)
Determine whether the Village of Sherman (Village) Treasurer recorded and deposited all collections received in an accurate manner.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2022/pdf/sherman-2019-39.pdfVillage of Canisteo - Clerk Treasurers' Records and Reports (2018M-243)
Determine if the Clerk-Treasurer accurately and completely accounted for, recorded and reported all financial transactions in a timely manner.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/pdf/canisteo-243.pdfColumbia County Department of Weights and Measures –Internal Controls Over Revenue Collection (2013M-400)
… them. Consider whether penalty and fee schedules should be amended so that the Department can generate enough revenue …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2014/05/02/columbia-county-department-weights-and-measures-internal-controls-over-revenueDiNapoli: State Must Consider Pros and Cons of Gaming Revenues, Problem Gambling
… York,” DiNapoli said. “While numbers are down this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Gaming Commission is studying ways to boost revenues going forward. Before expanding gambling, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/dinapoli-state-must-consider-pros-and-cons-gaming-revenues-problem-gamblingAllegany Engine Company, Inc. – Internal Controls Over Financial Activities (2014M-176)
… and after fundraising events to ensure that all funds are properly accounted for and recorded. … Allegany Engine …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2015/01/16/allegany-engine-company-inc-internal-controls-over-financial-activities-2014m-176Automated Phone Service
… days a week. Toll-free: 866-805-0990 To access the self-service menus, you will be asked to enter the last four … current direct deposit enrollment — Speak with a customer service representative during regular business hours. 3 – … you will hear these options: To speak with a customer service representative. To return to the main menu. To end …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/retirees/automated-phone-serviceState Agencies Bulletin No. 915
… into the Sandbox. The Upgraded PS Query Training Guide is accessible from the PS Query bulletin board. A … regarding the navigational changes in PS Query is available for on-demand viewing from Mediasite. Agency …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/915-ps-query-preparation-payroll-system-upgradeCost-Saving Ideas: A Guide to Justice Court Consolidation in Villages and Towns
… courts play a vital role in the New York State Unified Court System, as these courts have broad jurisdiction and … justice courts is a local responsibility and maintaining a court may pose administrative and financial challenges. As a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-guide-justice-court-consolidation-villages-and-townsDiNapoli: Audits Reveal Millions in Lost Revenue for Local Water Systems
… inaccurate meters or improper billing, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. … 2012 through May 2017. "Water leaks, broken pipes and aging infrastructure are costing local governments millions … than not, water loss is caused by leaks from broken or aging underground pipes. In some cases, however, auditors …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-audits-reveal-millions-lost-revenue-local-water-systemsSelected State Agencies’ Roles in Financial Literacy (Follow-Up)
… we selected five agencies: DFS, the Department of State (DOS), New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA), Office of … and SUNY—were represented with a link on DFS’ webpage; DOS was not represented. DOS, OTDA, and SUNY generally sought to identify and reach …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/10/23/selected-state-agencies-roles-financial-literacy-follow