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Taxes and Interest

… interest bearing such as bank accounts, utility refunds and certain court funds. Interest is paid for a period of … rate is set by the New York State Department of Tax and Finance and is updated quarterly. See our  Fact Sheet  for the …

Forms and Publications

… may use this form. Table of Heirs   - A form used, usually in tandem with a   Small Estates Affidavit , by surviving … ( W-8BEN-E   for Entities) - If you do not reside in the United States (U.S.) and do not have a U.S.   Social …

Homeless Housing and Assistance Program – Project Selection and Maintenance

… being properly maintained. This audit covered the period from April 1, 2015 through September 14, 2018. Background The … with special needs. In addition, HHAC’s contractors are required to provide supportive services to these clients to … intervals, of the entities receiving financial assistance. From the inception of the program in 1983 through State …

Assessment and Collection of Selected Fees and Penalties (Follow-Up)

… does not have accurate records to show who is required to pay boiler inspection and asbestos-related project fees. Key … a method to identify individuals who are required to pay asbestos project notification fees. We also found the …

Controls and Accountability of Court, Trust and Bail Funds

… Department of Finance accurately accounts for Court, Trust and Bail funds. This audit covered from January 1, 2011 … Section 2601 of the New York State Civil Practice Law and Rules requires that all moneys paid into the New York … or no heirs able or willing to administer the estates), and other miscellaneous funds. Finance's Court Assets …

State Contract and Payment Actions in July and August

… In July and August, the Office of the State Comptroller approved 3,988 contracts for state agencies and public authorities valued at $7.0 … payments valued at more than $28.3 million, primarily for mistakes, insufficient support for charges, and improper …

Affordable Housing Corporation and Homes and Community Renewal

All agency audits from 2009 to present.

Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority – Water and Sewer Operations and Wastewater System Cybersecurity (2017M-276)

… whether Authority officials ensured that water and sewer account adjustments and the assessment of penalties were … process to review or approve water and sewer penalties or account adjustments. Officials have not provided employees … for review and approval of the assessment of penalties and account adjustments. Provide cybersecurity awareness training …

Warren County – Occupancy Tax and Weights and Measures (2016M-346)

… of our audit was to assess oversight of the occupancy tax and compliance with weights and measures laws for the period January 1, 2014 through … County is located in the southeastern Adirondack region and is governed by an elected 20-member Board of Supervisors. …

Registration and Enforcement of Automotive Services, Sales, and Salvage Facilities

… Additionally, we identified 21 vehicle dismantlers that report to the Department of Environmental Conservation but … and resolve consumer complaint cases. Other Related Audit/Report of Interest Department of Motor Vehicles: …

Controls and Accountability of Court, Trust and Bail Funds (Follow-up)

… recommendations included in our initial report, Controls and Accountability of Court, Trust and Bail Funds ( 2013-N-1 ). Background Our initial audit … Department could not accurately account for Court, Trust and Bail funds.  We found discrepancies between the total …

Homeless Housing and Assistance Program – Project Selection and Maintenance (Follow-Up)

… Objective To assess the extent of implementation of the four … the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance pursuant to its service agreement with HHAC. Through the Homeless …

MTA Headquarters and MTA Capital Construction – Travel and Entertainment Expenses

… Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Headquarters and MTA Capital Construction for travel and entertainment were appropriate and documented for MTA business purposes. The audit primarily …

Enroll and ORP

Enroll and ORP

Legislative and Executive Plan For ERS Tier 1 and 2 Members

Legislative and Executive Plan for Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Tier 1 and 2 members covered by Section 80-a

Enterprise Fraud, Waste and Abuse Prevention and Detection, 2018

The techniques and tools utilized to detect fraud, waste and abuse in both public-sector and privatesect or organizations are continually evolving.

Enterprise Fraud, Waste and Abuse Prevention and Detection, 2017

Data analytics involves collecting, organizing and analyzing large sets of data.

Equine Health and Safety

… designed to promote the health and safety of equines at New York State racetracks. The audit covered the period … including horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering, Class III Indian Gaming, the State lottery (including video lottery … for all aspects of equine health, safety, and welfare at State racetracks and advises the Commission on equine …

Police and Fire Plan – Police and Fire Plan

Tier 2, 3, 5 and 6 Death Benefits – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)

… joined before January 1, 2001 were given a choice between two death benefits. If you chose death benefit one and you die while in active service, your beneficiary will be paid the greater of the two death benefits; if you die after retirement, and meet the …