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DiNapoli: Governor Cuomo's Proposed Budget Continues Fiscal Progress
… spending target may be a challenge because programs that account for more than half of State Operating Funds spending … in the latter year; Includes an increase in aid to public schools of $807 million to $21.9 billion on a school year … aid has remained relatively flat or decreased for many schools in recent years; Proposes reforms to preschool …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-governor-cuomos-proposed-budget-continues-fiscal-progressDiNapoli: Former Pharmacist Pleads Guilty In $232,000 Fake Prescriptions Scam
… hold him accountable and return the $232,000 to the public.” “The defendant bilked taxpayers out of more than … health insurance to some state and local government and school district employees and their families. The state … 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/2015/12/dinapoli-former-pharmacist-pleads-guilty-232000-fake-prescriptions-scamStatement From NY State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli on Mayor's November Financial Plan Update
… prioritized its choices to minimize the impact on critical public services. Budget choices that are not made efficiently … services — can undermine the progress the city has made in public safety, health, education and trash management. “The … Supplement (FHEPS) housing voucher program or its school class size mandate. While the city did add $3 billion …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/statement-ny-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-mayors-november-financial-plan-updateState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the following school district audits have been issued. Cato-Meridian Central School District – Salaries, Wages and Leave Benefits (Cayuga … competition for purchases totaling $103,687 for goods and public works that were subject to competitive bidding, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-1Williamsville Central School District – Financial Management (2022M-193)
… Objective Determine whether the Williamsville Central School District (District) Board of Education (Board) and … totaling $78 million. Were not fully transparent with the public regarding the funding and replenishment of all … on issues raised in the District’s response. … audit school Williamsville financial management …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2023/04/14/williamsville-central-school-district-financial-management-2022m-193Orange-Ulster Board of Cooperative Educational Services – Fixed Assets (2016M-268)
… Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) is a public entity serving 17 component school districts with approximately 55,800 students in Orange …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/boces/2016/11/04/orange-ulster-board-cooperative-educational-services-fixed-assets-2016m-268Broome-Delaware-Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) – Real Property Leasing (2015M-312)
… Board of Cooperative Educational Services is a public organization created to provide shared educational programs and services to 15 components school districts. BOCES is governed by a seven-member Board …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/boces/2016/05/13/broome-delaware-tioga-board-cooperative-educational-services-boces-real-propertySaranac Central School District – Student State Aid (2023M-91)
Determine whether Saranac Central School District (District) officials properly claimed State aid for special education students who received services in 10-month public and summer placements.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2023/pdf/saranac-central-school-district-2023-91.pdfAuditors Find Safety Hazards at Pre-K Facilities in New York City
… pre-kindergarten program. In NYC, UPK is offered in public school settings through programs operated by the DOE, and … state's 150,000 contracts, billions in state payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/auditors-find-safety-hazards-pre-k-facilities-new-york-cityDiNapoli: Pandemic Disrupts Special Education; Many Students Missing Mandated Services
… lost partial or full special education services because of school shutdowns and the shift to remote learning during the … DiNapoli said. “An essential part of this year’s school reopening plans should be determining how to … school year, more than 464,400 students in New York public schools, or 18% of the state’s total K-12 enrollment, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-pandemic-disrupts-special-education-many-students-missing-mandated-servicesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… state contract, resulting in $2,182 being overpaid to the vendor. Downsville Central School District – Claims Auditing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-auditsDiNapoli: Local Government Debt Levels Off
… the slower debt growth over the last ten years is that school districts have borrowed less. “Borrowing helps local … 2018. New York City debt is not included in this analysis. School districts have the lion’s share of local debt at $17.1 … state's 160,000 contracts, billions in state payments and public authority data. Visit the Reading Room for contract …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/11/dinapoli-local-government-debt-levels-offLife Changes: What If I Leave Public Employment?
… what you need to know as a NYSLRS member if you leave public employment or go on an extended leave of absence. I … to help. Sincerely, Thomas P. DiNapoli State Comptroller Public Employment Public employment in New York State means … political subdivisions (county, city, town, village); A school district or Boards of Cooperative Educational Services …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/life-changes-what-if-i-leave-public-employmentCentral New York Regional Market Authority – Financial Condition (2024M-18)
Determine whether the Central New York Regional Market Authority Board of Directors Board and officials effectively managed the Authoritys financial condition and planned for future capital and operational needs
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/public-authority/2024/05/14/central-new-york-regional-market-authority-financial-condition-2024m-18DiNapoli Announces Nominee for the Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government
… will help New York meet those challenges and enhance the public’s faith in government.” Groenwegen has extensive … rights. Groenwegen graduated from the Boston University School of Law and the State University of New York at Albany. The public has seven days to comment on the nominee. She will …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-announces-nominee-commission-ethics-and-lobbying-governmentFacility Planning Bureau Project Review (Follow-Up)
… The Code applies to every facility owned or operated by school districts or Boards of Cooperative Educational … These facilities include, but are not limited to, school and administration buildings, bus/maintenance garages, public school libraries, storage buildings/sheds, press …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/01/05/facility-planning-bureau-project-review-followCity of Yonkers – Budget Review (B17-6-10)
… to exceed $45 million to liquidate deficits in the City School District’s general fund as of June 30, 2014. Chapter … obligations are outstanding. Key Findings The Yonkers Public School District’s budget request is $589.4 million for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2017/05/19/city-yonkers-budget-review-b17-6-10DiNapoli: Coronavirus Will Cause Multi-Year Hit to State Finances
… in New York with punishing, still-evolving impacts on public health, jobs, the economy and state finances. As a … the enacted state budget leaves greater uncertainty for school districts, health care providers and local governments … requirements to provide more frequent and more detailed public updates on fiscal developments, including monthly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/04/dinapoli-coronavirus-will-cause-multi-year-hit-state-financesAppendix A — Volunteer Firefighter Training Approvals – Travel and Conference Expense Management
… requirements depending on the location of the training school or course. These additional requirements are … by the board that the training is necessary, in the public interest and not available within a reasonable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/travel-conference-expense/appendix-volunteer-firefighter-training-approvalsGenesee Valley Board of Cooperative Educational Services – Purchasing (2016M-259)
… Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) is a public entity serving 22 component school districts, which combined educate approximately 22,200 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/boces/2016/10/21/genesee-valley-board-cooperative-educational-services-purchasing-2016m-259