An audit report was filed on June 12, 2007 on the collection and reporting of revenues by the Board of Standards and Appeals. The audit determined whether the Board of Standards and Appeals is correctly accounting for and safeguarding the application fee revenue it receives. It was determined that, overall, the Board is correctly accounting for the revenue it receives. It was found, however, that the Board does not adequately safeguard the fee revenue it receives, issue receipts sequentially or reconcile funds collected with funds deposited. It would also hold funds before forwarding them for deposit and did not alway recognize collected funds as revenue in the appropriate fiscal year. It was also found that the Board's 2005 Directive #1 filing did not reflect its operating practices. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
This is an audit on Citywide energy conservation efforts by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services. The office does not have adequate standards and procedures
to ensure that the City implements effective energy conservation programs in accordance with Mayoral Directive no.89-1.
This audit was conducted to determine whether Champion Learning Center LLC complied with the key provisions of its No Child Left Behind contract with the New York City Department of Education
and had adequate controls in place for providing Supplemental Education Services and processing student attendance.
Presentation of the audit report of the Department of Education to verify whether the agency is adequately managing the availability and functionality of certain life safety equipment and of the Automated External Defibrillators in schools.
An audit report was filed on November 15, 2012 on Carnegie Hall Corporation's compliance with its City lease agreement. It was determined that the Corporation did not report $8,919,430 in Gross Commercial Rents of which percentage rent and itnerest totaling $363, 521 for fiscal year 2010 is due the City. There was also an issue with the subtenant, CHTL, for deductions in expenses. It was also found that DCAS did not adequately administer the lease to ensure that all the deductions from Gross Commercial Rents were properly reviewed and authorized by the City and that all revenue was properly collected and recorded to the City on time. Recommendations were made to tighten its operations and give in its payments.
This audit report on Capital Improvements at Day Care Centers Required by Landlords' Lease Agreement with the Administration for Children's Services reviewed the timliness of the design phases for lease renewal upgrades at City-leased day care centers. ACS oversight of the design phases for lease renewal upgrades at CIty-leased day care centers needs improvement.
An audit report was filed on January 30, 2008 on the financial and operating practices of the Department of Parks and Recreation for the West 79th Street Boat Basin. Parks is responsible for managing, operating, and maintaining the Boat Basin in Riverside Park, on the east bank of the Hudson River. It was determined that there was a total disregard for internal controls over the collection, recording, and reporting of revenues generated from all sources. Parks also allowed an environment to exist in which irregularities appear to have occured, and many red flags were raised. Questions were also raised as to whether fraud may have occurred at the Boat Basin. Operations at the Boat Basin were determined to be extremely disorganized and lacking. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
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)
This audit determined whether the Financial Information Services Agency complied with certain purchasing procedures as set forth in the New York City Charter, the New York City
Comptroller's Internal Control and Accountability Directives.
NYC's Borough Presidents are elected by the people of their respective boroughs for a four-year term. Each President has the power to prepare and review budget proposals, recommend capital projects, hold public hearings, consult with the Mayor and City Council, review and recommend applications and proposals that affects the borough he or she represents, provide assistance to the borough's community boards, monitor and make recommendations regarding the performance of services in the borough, and propose legislation to be introduced to the City Council. This audit determines whether the Queens Borough President's Office has been following the cash control procedures set in the Comptroller's Office Directive 11.
The Department of Education provides education for students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. A large part of the Direct Student Services that the DOE provides are made up of Related Services, which are services required to assist a student with a disability. This audit determines whether the DOE has made efforts to contract with Related Service providers.
Local Law 20 addresses the incidence of cardiac arrest outside medical settings. The Law states the placement of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in public areas for easy access. The Law requires the Department of Parks and Recreation to place AEDs in City-operated parks. An AED analyzes the rhythm of the heart and determines whether an electric shock is needed to be delivered. This Law and teh Department of Health and Mental Hygiene require that personnels must be trained in using the AED. The results show that the Department of Parks and Recreation followed the rules in which AEDs must be placed around parks. However, it did not provide adequate checks to see whether the AED was functioning properly.
District Attorneys are responsible for investigating and prosecuting criminal conduct. This audit reviews the Other Than Personal Service expenditures of the Kings County District Attorney's Office.
The Department of Transportation is responsible for administering the New York City Light Pole Banner Program, which fosters tourism and enhances the image of the City by allowing non-profit entities to display banners that promote the City's events. This audit determines if the Department adequately administered the Program in accordance with its rules and regulations.
The Department of Homeless Services provides shelter and social services to the homeless in NYC. These services help the homeless gain self-sufficiency to move from temporary to permanent housing. There are three programs available for housing, the biggest being the Work Advantage Program, which allows clients to become self-suffient while they work. It offers its clients a one-year rental subsidy. This audit determines whether DHS carried out the Program in accordance with its guidelines. The audit showed that the DHS does not have controls that ensure the Program is carried out in accordance to its guidelines.
The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene protects and promotes health and mental well-being. The New York State Office of Children and Family Services made a contract with DOHMH to monitor programs providing child care services. This audit focuses on the monitoring by the DOHMH Bureau of Child Care of criminal background checks and child abuse for employees at School-Age Child Care programs. The results show that the DOHMH's Bureau conducted the required inspections.
The office of the comptroller has audited the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation to determine the timeliness of maintenance and repairs of the City's public playgrounds in
Staten Island. This is to ensure that the City's public playgrounds are properly maintained and safe for children to use.
The office of the comptroller has audited the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation to determine the timliness of maintenance and repairs of the City's public playgrunds in Brooklyn.
They audit entities such as DPR as a means of ensuring that the City's public playgrounds are properly maintained and safe for children to use.
This audit determines whether the Human Resources Administration has adequate efforts to monitor fiscal activities of its contracted personal care service providers and whether these providers followed with their contracts with the Administration.
This audit report determines whether the expenditures of the HP Emergency Communications Transformation Program system integration contract were justified and that the scope of services were met.
This audit determines whether the Richmond County District Attorney's Office is following with certain purchasing procedures stated in the NYC Comptroller's Directives #1, #6, #11, and #24.
This audit determined whether ther 12 Bronx Community Boards are complying with certain inventory procedures for office equipment as set forth in the Department of Investigation's
Standards for Inventory Control and Management and are maintaining effective internal controls systems over equipment inventory as required by Comptroller's Directive
#1.
This is an audit on the New York City Fire Department to determine whether PURVIS Systems incorporated accurately and properly billed the City in accordance with the terms of its City
contracts and whether FDNY adequately monitored the bills submitted.
An audit report was filed on June 22, 2011 on the expedited processing of food stamp applications by the Human Resources Administration. The review found that HRA ensures that Non-Cash Assistance Centers followed established guidelines in the expedited processing of food stamp applications. HRA also has adequate controls to provide proper benefits to applicants and process applications when its computer systems malfunction. However, there were minor discrepancies with some cases due to lack of oversight and computer errors. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
The NYC Housing Authority is the largest public housing authority in the US. They provide affordable housing in a safe environment for low- and moderate-income New Yorkers. This audit determines whether the NYCHA has adequate effots to inspect, maintain, and repair elevators. This audit finds that NYCHA has adequate efforts to carry out inspections but not for elevator maintenance and repairs.
The Department of Youth and Community Development has many youth and family programs. One program is the Out-of-School Time Program, which offers academic skills and sports to children and youths. This audit determines whether the Department is adequately monitoring the OST programs.
An audit report was filed on December 22, 2010 on the Department Of Parks And Recreation's monitoring of subcontracts covered by Local Law 129. It was determined that Parks was in partial compliance with the provisions of Local Law 129 relating to its monitoring of the use of M/WBEs by vendors that were awarded contracts with M/WBE subcontractor participation goals, however, there were various flaws identified with its system of monitoring. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
This audit determined whether DEP adequately monitors prime contractors' compliance with LL129 and whether those contractors complied with the City's prompt payment rules with regard to paying their subcontractors.
An audit report was filed on January 6, 2011 on the New York City Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP's) Fire Hydrant Repair Efforts. It was determined that the timeliness of DEP's handling of fire hydrant service requests needs improvement. DEP has not established time standards for resolving such requests, even those considered to be of high priority, and does not have sufficient evidence to show that it effectively tracks the overall timeliness of repairs. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
The audit determined whether the Department of Education (DOE) had adequate controls in place to ensure that the schools supported by Children?s First Network (CFN) 106 complied with the policies and procedures governing the procurement card (p-card) program as set forth in DOE?s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
The Department of Buildings promotes safe and lawful use of more than 975,000 buildings and enforces the rules for governing the construction and maintenance of buildings in the City. This audit is to ensure that the elevator, escalators, and related services are safe and reliable. The results show that the DOB does not have adequate controls to conduct safety inspections.
An audit report was filed on August 2, 2013 on the Department for the Aging's (DFTA) monitoring of senior centers. It was determined that, based on the conditions observed during the inspection of 63 senior centers and a review of DFTA and Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) inspection reports, DFTA's monitoring of senior centers could be enhanced to better ensure that senior centers are being maintained in a safe and clean condition. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
The New York Yankees and the Department of Parks and Recreation entered a lease agreement for the use of Yankee Stadium. This audit determines whether the Yankees accurately reported their gross receipts, paid fees due to the City in a timely manner, and followed with the requirements of its lease agreement.
An audit report was filed on December 22, 2010 on the compliance of the Department Of Design And Construction with the Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Program. It was determined that the Department partially complied with key provisions of Local Law 129 and Article 6-129 of the Administrative Code. Despite this, the Department had not complied with the provisions of Local Law 129 pertaining to monitoring the agency's activities to ensure that the agency utilization plans are effectively carried out. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
NYC signed a 20-year lease with the Staten Island Yankees, requiring the SI Yankees to pay the City annually, follow an attendance criteria, and a ticket fee for each complimentary ticket. It also requires them to pay a monthly rent for the team store and that they submit to the Economic Development Corporation and attendance report and a statement of signage revenue. The audit finds that the SI Yankees maintained the required property and liability insurance. They, however, underreported attendance for the 2009 baseball season.
The Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications entered a 15-year contract with Looking Glass Networks, Inc. to provide telecommunications services. Under its agreement, Looking Glass is required to report all gross revenue from telecommunications services and pay a franchise fee. The audit finds that the Looking Glass did not maintain records in sufficient detail that could provide the investigators information about the revenues.
This audit determines whether the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation, which was purchased by New York City to create a modern complex that would increase employment opportunities, has adequate leasing and rent-collection practices.
An audit report was filed on November 26, 2010 on the adherence of the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) to Executive Order 120 concerning limited english proficiency. It was determined that TLC was generally compliant with EO 120 and has pursued meaningful language initiatives. However, there were some issues regarding a lack of consistency in the Commission's operations. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
An audit report was filed on November 26, 2010 on the adherence of the New York City Department of City Planning (DCP) to Executive Order 120 concerning limited english proficiency. It was determined that DCP was generally compliant with EO 120 where it is mandated that DCP ensure meaningful access of agency resources to limited english proficiency (LEP) persons. However, there are several areas where efforts can be enhanced to provide better services to LEP persons. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
An audit report was filed on November 26, 2010 on the adherence of the New York City Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) to Executive Order 120 concerning limited english proficiency. It was determined that CCHR was generally compliant with EO 120 and has pursued meaningful language initiatives. However, there are several areas where efforts are in need of improvement. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
An audit report was filed on November 26, 2010 on the adherence of the New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) to Executive Order 120 concerning limited english proficiency. It was determined that CCRB was generally compliant with EO 120 where it is mandated to ensure meaningful access of agency resources to limited english proficiency (LEP) persons. However, there are several areas where efforts can be enhanced to provide better services to LEP persons. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
An investigation was conducted to identify NYC pensioners who may be reemployed and illegally collecting a pension from the New York City Police Department Pension Fund. The investigation concluded with the results in which there were four persons who violated State and City laws.
An investigation was conducted to identify NYC pensioners who may be reemployed and illegally collecting a pension from the New York City Employees' Retirement System. The investigation concluded with the results in which there were five persons who were violating State and City laws.
This audit identifies NYC pensioners who may be reemployed by a City agency and therefore illegally collecting a pension from the Employees' Retirement System.
Audit Report On Pedagogical Pensioners Of The New York City Teachers' Retirement System Working For The City After Retirement (January 1-December 31, 08)
An investigation was conducted to identify NYC pensioners who may be reemployed and illegally collecting a pension from the NYC Board of Education Retirement System. The audit found 1 person who violated State and City laws. This report includes recommendations made for the officials of the Board.
This audit identifies NYC pensioners who may be reemployed by a City agency and therefore illegally collecting a pension from the Board of Education Retirement System.
An audit report was filed on July 23, 2010 on New York City Transit (NYCT) efforts to inspect, repair and maintain elevators and escalators. It was determined that there were weaknesses and inefficiencies that inhibited and rendered inadequate NYCT Division of Infrastructure's Elevator and Escalator Department's (EED's) efforts to maintain, inspect, and repair all station elevators and escalators. Recommendations were made to rectify said issues.
An investigation was conducted to identify NYC pensioners who may be reemployed and illegally collecting a pension from a NYC retirement system. The results show that there were 16 individuals who were violating State and City laws.
An investigation was conducted to identify NYC pensioners who may be reemployed as consultants and illegally collecting pensions from a NYC retirement system. The results show 13 persons who violated the New York State Retirement and Social Security Law.
In order to use certain hazardous materials, depending on the quantity and use, establishments that carry these materials may need permission to use by the NYC Fire Department. Such establishments include schools, colleges, hospitals, and nursing homes. The Lab Unit inspects these establishments to make sure there is no danger in the area. If there is a hazard, a Violation Order will be issued. The audit is to determine whether the FDNY had control over these inspections. The findings show that they do not have adequate control.
The Department of Citywide Administrative Services has a lease agreement with the Quinn Restaurant Corporation to construct, operate, and maintain a restaurant on the Nott Avenue Pier. This audit determines whether the Corporation accurately reported its gross receipts, calculated the rent due to the City and paid rent in a timely basis, and followed with the requirements of its lease agreement.
The Administration for Children's Services protects children from abuse and neglect. The Administration's Division of Child Care and Head Start administers and oversees child care services. This audit determined the adequacy of the Administration's oversight and monitoring of the compliance of contracted child care centers with its contracts.
Audit Report Of The New York City Department For The Aging's Oversight Of Senior Citizen Centers' Compliance With Their Agreements Regarding Limited English Proficiency
An audit report was filed on July 25, 2013 of the Howard Hughes Corporation's (HHC) compliance with its City Leases for the South Street Seaport Marketplace and Theatre. It was determined that HHC improperly calculated its fees because it undestated square footage upon which rents were based, thus it could not be determined how much was still due the City. HHC also misreported its income, and conducted business in the name of the South Street Seaport Merchants Association, Inc., which is considered defunct. EDC also failed to adequately monitor HHC's operations and compliance with lease terms. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
An audit report was filed on June 2, 2010 on the payment by Empire City Subway (ECS) of license fees due the City and compliance with certain provisions of its license agreement. The audit determined whether ECS accurately reported its annual profit and paid its franchise tax payments on a timely basis, and whether DoITT has ensured that ECS complied with the provisions of the agreement. It was determined that ECS generally adhered to the requirements of the license agreement and paid all franchise tax payments that were due during the audit period in a timely manner. However, ECS financial statements were not certified by an independent public accounting firm. ECS also improperly ran operations to caclulate excess profits that may be due the City by including the costs of unassigned and unidentified conduits. Recommendations were made to rectify these issues.
This audit was to see whether Staten Island Community Boards 1, 2, and 3 followed with certain purchasing procedures. Though there were some issues present, the audit found the Boards to have followed the proper procedures.
The objective of the audit was to determine whether JCDecaux accurately reported its advertising revenue to the City and remitted timely payments, both monetary and in non-monetary “alternative compensation,” due to the City as stipulated in the agreement.
This follow-up audit determines whether the NYC Civilian Complaint Review Board has implemented the two recommendations that were made in a previous report, The Audit Report on the Case Management Practices of the Civilian Complaint Review Board.
The Bureau of Contract Administration (“BCA”) within the Comptroller’s Office produces this annual report on registered contract actions for FY2014 as required by § 6.116.2(f) of the New York City Administrative Code
This Report provides a comprehensive analysis of contracts and agreements registered in FY21 in order to increase transparency in the City’s contracting process to ensure that municipal agencies serve the needs of all New Yorkers in an efficient and fair, cost-effective manner.
The annual report on the City’s contracting, providing a detailed overview by procurement method and agency of the contracts the City entered into in Fiscal Year 2022.
This Report provides a comprehensive analysis of contracts and agreements registered in FY19 in order to increase transparency in the City’s contracting process to ensure that municipal agencies serve the needs of all New Yorkers in an efficient and fair, cost-effective manner.
This Report provides the public with an essential overview of the goods, services, and construction that NYC has purchased in the previous fiscal year.
The Comptroller’s Office is charged with a number of New York City Charter (“Charter”) mandated responsibilities intended to safeguard the City’s financial health and root out waste, fraud and abuse in local government, including contract registration.
The Comptroller’s Office is charged with a number of New York City Charter (Charter) mandated responsibilities intended to safeguard the City’s financial health, including contract registration.
The Comptroller’s Office is charged with a number of New York City Charter (“Charter”) mandated responsibilities intended to safeguard the City’s financial health and root out waste, fraud and abuse in local government, including contract registration.
Contracting is how the City meets many of our goals and provides services to New Yorkers. City agencies contract with vendors to provide meals to home-bound seniors, childcare and afterschool programs for kids, construction projects to build new schools, upgrade our parks, repair our roads.
The New York City Charter (“Charter”) requires that all contracts and agreements entered into by City agencies be registered by the Comptroller prior to implementation.
The Comptroller’s Office is charged with a number of New York City Charter (“Charter”) mandated responsibilities intended to safeguard the City’s financial health and root out waste, fraud and abuse in local government, including contract registration.
Summarizes the City's financial commitment assumed through contracts registered in City Fiscal Year 2018 (“FY18”) and is derived from the City's Financial Management System (“FMS”). Also Includes comparative data and analysis of FY15, FY16, FY17 and FY18 registered Contract Actions.
The U.S. economy continued to rebound in the first three quarters of 2021 after the dramatic economic contraction and rebound of 2020, growing at a rate of 5.7 percent. Growth early in the year was boosted by the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act, passed into law in March.