This report assesses the debt condition of the City of New York in accordance with Section 232 of the City Charter. The Charter requires the Comptroller to
report ont he amount of debt the City may responsibly incur for capital projects during the current fiscal year and each of the three succeeding fiscal years.
From an audit conducted on the New York Public Library, it was found that the Library's expenditures funded by City appropriations were valid and accurate. The Library also maintained adequate files and documentation, but it has problems in its purchasing practices, inventory management, and record-keeping of computer equipment.
From an audit conducted on the Salvation Army and the Department of Homeless Services, it was found that the Salvation Army maintained adequate records to support expenses and amounts billed to the Department for the operation of the Carlton House. The Salvation Army complied with some contract provisions and spent its funds reasonably, but did not follow other contract terms. In addition, the Department did not amend the contract and submit it for approval when it increased the pay rate of the Salvation Army.
This report provides a comprehensive examination of data regarding claims filed against the City in Fiscal Year 2004 and analyzes recent claims trends. It also provides preliminary data for Fiscal Year 2005.
From an audit conducted on the USTA National Tennis Center Inc., the USTA has generally followed the provisions of its lease agreement with the city and has adequate controls over its revenue collection and reporting functions. The USTA made appropriate payments, but understated its revenue and must establish guidelines for issuing and reporting this data to the city.
An audit report in which an analysis was conducted to provide data on the overall financial activities of 97 union-administered funds that received City contributions during Fiscal Year 2003.
A quarterly cash report for the City of New York for the period April-June 2005, the second quarter of fiscal year 2005. Various highlights of the year are included. The fourth quarter of fiscal year 2005 had cash balances significantly in excess of of the cash balances during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2004.
An audit report filed on August 2, 2005 of the administration of payments in lieu of taxes (PILOTS) under Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and Industrial Development Agency leases. It was determined that PILOT amounts were properly accounted for. It was recommended however, that Office of Management and Budget and EDC ensure payments to the City treasury, and Department of Finance keep a tighter check on PILOTS and their administration. (FM05-125A)
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