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DiNapoli: State Missing Nearly $2.4 Million in Uncollected Tolls
… since the expansion of cashless tolling by the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority (TBTA) and it is likely to … times that of a car. Prior to 2017, only the Henry Hudson Bridge used electronic tolling as the "Open Road Tolling" … in 2016. In monetary terms, in 2016 when the Henry Hudson Bridge was the only facility using cashless tolls, unbilled …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/dinapoli-state-missing-nearly-24-million-uncollected-tollsDiNapoli: Former Pharmacist Charged In $232,000 Medical Claims Fraud
… The former owner of a Long Island pharmacy was arrested Thursday for allegedly defrauding the state of $232,000 after … The former owner of a Long Island pharmacy was arrested Thursday for allegedly defrauding the state of $232000 after …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-former-pharmacist-charged-232000-medical-claims-fraudState Comptroller DiNapoli Report Details LIRR Delays in 2017
… incidents (Amtrak owns and operates Pennsylvania Station and the tunnels under the East River used by the … Most LIRR commuters (87 percent) travel to or from Penn Station in Manhattan’s central business district. Peak trains using Penn Station were 71 percent more likely to be late, canceled or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-report-details-lirr-delays-2017DiNapoli: Former Treasurer Sentenced in Oakfield Fire Department Theft
… office of New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Ms. Hilchey decided the public should subsidize not only her … Investigator Ron Wilson were instrumental in uncovering Ms. Hilchey's crime and making her accountable to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-former-treasurer-sentenced-oakfield-fire-department-theftDiNapoli and Schneiderman Announce Arrest in $87K Contractor Theft
… the arrest of Department of Health (DOH) contractor George Dunkel for stealing more than $87,000 by padding bills … the arrest of Department of Health DOH contractor George Dunkel for stealing more than $87000 by padding bills …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-and-schneiderman-announce-arrest-87k-contractor-theftDiNapoli's Auditors Halt $25.3 Million in Suspicious Tax Refunds
… honest New Yorkers are rushing to file their tax returns. My office is watching for those who would con the system to … money. Whether these scams are new or traditional, my auditors work diligently to expose tax cheats.” DiNapoli … said. “As refund fraud and identity theft increases, my office is working to ensure that only legitimate refunds …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/dinapolis-auditors-halt-253-million-suspicious-tax-refundsMedicaid Audits Find More Than $500 Million in Waste
… costs billions of dollars annually and the work done by my auditors has found waste throughout the system. My office will continue to diligently examine Medicaid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/medicaid-audits-find-more-500-million-wasteDiNapoli: Young People in NYC Still Face Double-Digit Unemployment
… Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Unemployment among 16- to 24-year-olds stands at nearly 18% in the city, as compared to … career opportunities for young job seekers or the city’s economic recovery will be stifled even further,” DiNapoli … impact on young people of color and young men.” DiNapoli’s report found unemployment rates among young people in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/12/dinapoli-young-people-nyc-still-face-double-digit-unemploymentDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew 5.1% in November
… Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 5.1% in November compared to the same month in 2022, according to data released today by State … Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 51 in November compared to the same month in 2022 according to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-5-point-1-percent-in-novemberDiNapoli: Former Alexandria Town Clerk Pleads Guilty in Theft
… Former Alexandria Town Clerk Ellen Peck pleaded guilty yesterday in Jefferson County Court to stealing $26,285 in … Former Alexandria Town Clerk Ellen Peck pleaded guilty yesterday in Jefferson County Court to stealing $26285 in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-former-alexandria-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-theftSelected Programs to Assist Businesses in New York City
… provided available services under the Energy Cost Savings Program and the Business Preparedness and Resiliency Program, and whether Small Business Advocates and Compliance … in accordance with the applicable requirements of each program, including eligibility and the value of rebates …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/03/14/selected-programs-assist-businesses-new-york-cityDiNapoli Audit Finds Lapses in Treatment Under Kendra's Law
… The state’s Office of Mental Health (OMH) needs to do a better job of overseeing … of Kendra’s Law at a time when we’re facing a serious mental health crisis.” Kendra’s Law was enacted in 1999 to … OMH, its five regional field offices, and local mental health authorities around the state jointly administer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-audit-finds-lapses-treatment-under-kendras-lawDiNapoli: Shift in MTA's Paratransit Program Generates Cost Savings
… but services initially deteriorated as they became the primary provider of transportation, with lower on-time rates … under NYCT’s umbrella of “carrier services.” They are primary carrier, broker, voucher, street hails, and E-Hail. The MTA defines primary carriers as blue and white AAR vehicles that are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-shift-mtas-paratransit-program-generates-cost-savingsDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Increased by 4% in August
… in New York state grew by 4% in August compared to the same month in 2022, according to data released today by … totaled $1.78 billion, up $67.9 million compared to the same time last year. “Local sales tax collections in … should budget accordingly and monitor cash flow for the foreseeable future.” For August 2023, compared with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/09/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-increased-4-augustDiNapoli: Number of Domestic Violence Victims Rises in 2022
… The number of domestic violence victims increased in 2022 by 8.5% in New York City and 8.7% in the rest of New York state when compared to 2019, … The number of domestic violence victims increased in 2022 by 85 in New York City and 87 in the rest of New York state when …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-number-domestic-violence-victims-rises-2022DiNapoli Announces New $7 Million Investment in Northern Ireland
… million (£5 million) in Northern Ireland through the Bank of Ireland Kernel Capital Growth Fund (NI). The fund, managed … established in 2013 by Invest Northern Ireland and Bank of Ireland to assist Northern Ireland based SMEs to … years to come.” Welcoming the announcement, First Minister of Northern Ireland, Arlene Foster MLA said: “This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-announces-new-7-million-investment-northern-irelandDiNapoli: Small Businesses Generate $950 Billion in New York
… Small businesses are a vital part of New York state’s economy, supporting nearly 3.9 million jobs … Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Small businesses help drive New York’s economy,” DiNapoli said. “From neighborhood coffee … in annual payrolls. These businesses are critical to New York’s economy and integral to the fabric of life in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-small-businesses-generate-950-billion-new-yorkDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 3% in Second Quarter
… an increase of 3%, or nearly $167 million, compared to the same period last year, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … collections slowed in the second quarter, returning closer to pre-pandemic trends, after significant volatility during …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-3-percent-second-quarterDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up Slightly in May
… in New York state increased by 1.1% in May compared to the same month in 2022, according to an analysis released … today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. This is the third consecutive month in 2023 of less than 2% growth. … of 3.3%, or $23.5 million. County and city collections in the rest of the state totaled $862 million, a decrease of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-slightly-mayDiNapoli Audit Finds Hazardous Conditions Persist in Mitchell-Lama Developments
… Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), is falling short in its oversight of several Mitchell-Lama developments, … conditions and records at four Mitchell-Lama developments in New York City – 753 Classon Ave. Housing Co. (Classon), located in Brooklyn, Cathedral Parkway Towers (Cathedral), located in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-hazardous-conditions-persist-mitchell-lama-developments