This audit determined whether DOF is properly calculating and applying J-51 tax exemption and tax abatement benefits. The scope of this audit covered tax assessments for
properties in the borough of Brooklyn for Fiscal Year 2010.
This audit determined whether DOF is properly calculating and applying J-51 tax exemption and tax abatement benefits. The scope of this audit covered tax
assesments for properties in the borough of Brooklyn for Fiscal Year 2010.
From an audit conducted on the New York City Law Department, it was found that the Department complied with rules governing the authorization of overtime and that the Department has adequate internal controls. But the Department did not comply with the Citywide Agreement's overtime cap, leading to employees receiving an inaccurate amount of money. Recommendations have been made to solve the problem.
From an audit conducted on the Department of Probation, it was found that the Department has met the overall goals described in its 2003 Information Technology Strategic Plan. However, some features implemented by the plan lack quality control and in-house capabilities. Recommendations have been made to help rectify the situation.
From an audit conducted on the New York One, LLC, it was found that New York One lacked sales records and adequate internal controls over the collecting, recording, and reporting of revenues generated from its carousel operations. In addition, the sales reports were inadequate and New York One failed to comply with agreement provisions. The Department of Parks and Recreation also failed to efficiently oversee the company and recommendations have been made to both parties to try to rectify these problems.