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DiNapoli: Former Fire District Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds
… Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the arrest of the former treasurer of Pulteney Fire District #2 in Steuben County. Lisa Stone, 44 of Hammondsport, was charged with grand larceny in the third … Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today announced the arrest of the former treasurer of Pulteney Fire District 2 in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/dinapoli-former-fire-district-treasurer-arrested-stealing-public-fundsDiNapoli: Pleasant Valley Town Clerk Charged in Theft of Fees
… Town Clerk Margaret Hart was charged today for the theft of more than $27,000 which she allegedly stole by pocketing cash deposits instead of depositing them in the clerk’s bank account, according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Hart, 57, of Hyde Park, was charged with grand larceny in the third …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/dinapoli-pleasant-valley-town-clerk-charged-theft-feesDiNapoli: Organic Farms Growing in New York
… Sales of organic farm products rose 56 percent statewide from 2008 … year, as New York ranked third nationwide in the number of certified organic farms, according to a report released … "Organic farming is not a fad, but a robust sector of our economy," DiNapoli said "As demand soars for organic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/dinapoli-organic-farms-growing-new-yorkLocal Sales Tax Collections Increased by 3% in July Compared to Last Year
… than some local officials anticipated after two years of more robust growth, making careful cash flow monitoring … York City’s collections totaled $777 million, an increase of 0.2%, or $1.4 million. County and city collections in the rest of the state totaled $935 million, an increase of 5%. Nearly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/local-sales-tax-collections-increased-3-july-compared-last-yearLeaves of Absence – Forest Rangers Plan
… pay. Since service is usually not credited for any period of time you do not receive a salary, credit is not given for: Leaves of absence without pay; Authorized, unpaid medical leaves of absence; or Unpaid leave under the federal Family and … Tier 1 2 3 5 and 6 members covered by Section 383c Leaves of Absence …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1864/leaves-absenceLeaves of Absence – Regional State Park Police Plan
… for: Leaves of absence without pay; Authorized, unpaid medical leaves of absence; or Unpaid leave under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act. Workers’ Compensation You will usually …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1867/leaves-absenceVendRep System Guide for Vendors
… responsibility tasks that are required when engaging in business with the State of New York for contracting … Complete a New York State Substitute Form W-9 Log into the New York State Vendor Self-Service Portal at … the bottom of the page, to view the entire questionnaire Print a Questionnaire Printing a questionnaire includes Basic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/contracts/vendrep-system-guide-vendorsComptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Indictment of NYC Council Member Ruben Wills on Charges He Filed False Disclosures
… Eric T. Schneiderman today announced the indictment of New York City Council Member Ruben Wills for allegedly … filing false documents with the New York City Conflicts of Interest Board. The case is the latest joint investigation under the Operation Integrity partnership of the Attorney General and Comptroller which has resulted in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-indictment-nyc-council-member-ruben-wills-charges-heDiNapoli: State Contractor Failed to Pay Prevailing Wages
… during 2013. That amount may be higher because the workers did not receive supplemental and other benefits to which they … contracts. Shorefront officials told auditors the company did not pay the prevailing wage rates because workers would …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/dinapoli-state-contractor-failed-pay-prevailing-wagesOpinion 88-17
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … town or village has authority, as a condition for approval of a subdivision plat, to compel dedication of park land in … 34 Opns St Comp 1978 p 154 with regard to the dedication of park land in a subdivision …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-17Comptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Arrest of Brooklyn Man for Allegedly Pocketing over $23K in Deceased Mother's Pension Benefits
… General Eric T. Schneiderman announced today the unsealing of a one-count indictment charging Jimmie Buie, a resident of Brooklyn, with Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, a class … "It is simply reprehensible to exploit the death of a loved one by stealing their pension benefits," said …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-arrest-brooklyn-man-allegedly-pocketing-over-23kDiNapoli: Former Citizens Hose Fire Company Treasurer Arrested for Stealing More Than $100,000
… A former treasurer of an Ontario County fire company was arrested for allegedly … Grand Larceny. “Jill Havens allegedly betrayed the trust of the fire company and her community by diverting funds meant to protect the residents of Shortsville and surrounding communities to fund her …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-former-citizens-hose-fire-company-treasurer-arrested-stealing-more-100000State Agencies Bulletin No. 986
… (M/C) BU06 Management/Confidential SUNY BU13 Division of State Police BU18 Environmental Facilities Corporation … Merit Award during Fiscal Year 2010-11. The cumulative value of all Cash Merit Award payments earned in the … are pensionable. Computing Award Limits The cumulative value of Cash Merit Award payments cannot exceed 3.5% of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/986-cash-merit-awards-managementconfidential-employeesDiNapoli Audit: State Thruway Authority Has Improved the Accuracy of Toll Collections
… remain,” DiNapoli said. “Even a smaller percentage of unreadable or inaccurate tolls can mean loss of revenue to the state or aggravation for New Yorkers facing … up from $804 million in 2021. E-Z Pass accounts for 95% of all tolls collected in 2024. Comptroller DiNapoli’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/dinapoli-audit-state-thruway-authority-has-improved-accuracy-toll-collectionsOversight of Selected Aspects of Traffic Controls (Follow-Up)
… found that DOT monitored traffic flow at intersections but did not address the concerns of its customers in a timely … by DOT regarding the recommended improvements. The TMC did not always monitor traffic conditions due to traffic …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/04/11/oversight-selected-aspects-traffic-controls-followDiNapoli: Lagging Ridership Leaves MTA With Hard Choices, Must Adjust to Changing Demand
… out,” DiNapoli said. “Unless there is an additional influx of city, state or federal aid, the MTA is facing stark … had anticipated, large budget gaps exist without the use of federal funding. In 2019, fares covered 51.1% of MTA’s overall operating costs (52.8% for NYC Transit). As …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-lagging-ridership-leaves-mta-hard-choices-must-adjust-changing-demandDiNapoli: Son Left Father’s Body in Morgue to Steal His Pension and Social Security Payments
… to unlawfully collect pension payments of $7,542 and social security payments of $17,790 which were electronically … for more than a year so he could steal his pension and social security payments,” State Comptroller DiNapoli said, … retirement system. I thank District Attorney Brown and the Social Security Inspector General for their partnership and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/06/dinapoli-son-left-fathers-body-morgue-steal-his-pension-and-social-security-paymentsNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Appoints First Director of Sustainable Investments and Climate Solutions
… into investment selection decisions. Siwo has worked on Wall Street for nearly 15 years. Most recently, he was an … investors and fund managers. Siwo began his career on Wall Street in the investment banking division at JPMorgan. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-appoints-first-director-sustainable-investments-and-climate-solutionsDiNapoli: Local Government Debt Levels Off
… New York’s local governments had $43.6 billion in total outstanding debt in 2018, according to a report released today by New York … government issues debt, it should have a long-term plan in place and be mindful of the impact on its budget and … New Yorks local governments had $436 billion in total outstanding debt in 2018 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/11/dinapoli-local-government-debt-levels-offState Comptroller DiNapoli, Congresswoman Meng and Council Member Ung Return Lost Money to Flushing Businesses
… remodeled Flushing Library Auditorium. “Flushing is one of New York's strongest neighborhoods, a wonderful place to … Rep. Grace Meng, Council Member Sandra Ung and Peter Tu of the Flushing Chinese Business Association for joining me … assistance. Photos of businesses receiving checks: flickr.com/photos/nycomptroller/ …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-congresswoman-meng-and-council-member-ung-return-lost-money-flushing