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Former Treasurer of Patterson Volunteer Fire Department Pleads Guilty To Fraud and Tax Charges Arising From His Embezzlement of More Than $1.1 Million
… 211 Medical and N.A.S., to make payments on his home mortgage loan, and to pay personal expenses, including the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/former-treasurer-patterson-volunteer-fire-department-pleads-guilty-fraud-and-tax-charges-arising-hisNew York’s Agriculture Industry: A Resilient Part of State and Local Economies
… according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Farming is especially important to the economies of New York’s rural … According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, milk is the State’s largest agricultural commodity, ranking fifth nationally in sales in 2020. New York is also among the top producers of many other products, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-agriculture-industry-resilient-part-state-and-local-economiesXIV.4.C Bank Account Reporting and Reconciliations – XIV. Special Procedures
… Monthly Reporting Requirement Pursuant to §107 of the State Finance Law, the Commissioner of … on or before the last day of each month, a detailed statement of all balance(s) on deposit in any bank account … The Commissioner of Taxation and Finance is required to publish in the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiv/xiv4c-bank-account-reporting-and-reconciliationsXV.13 Federal Funds – Payments – XV. End of Year
… In order for the State to be reimbursed for payments made from federal funds by the … the dates specified may not provide OSC sufficient time to conclude its review prior to the beginning of the SFS blackout period. Guide to … In order for the State to be reimbursed for payments made from federal funds by the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xv/xv13-federal-funds-paymentsCompliance With Special Education Regulations for the Provision of Services
… in special education. In New York City (NYC), the DOE is responsible for determining eligibility for and providing … parental consent to evaluate. However, arranging placement is not the end of the process as it is more important that eligible students be provided with the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/30/compliance-special-education-regulations-provision-servicesSelected Management and Operations Practices – BuildSmart NY/Executive Order 88
… Objectives To determine whether the 20% reduction in energy use required by Executive Order 88 was achieved by … 8, 2020 was to provide clean, low-cost, and reliable energy consistent with its commitment to the environment and … vibrant New York through customer partnerships, innovative energy solutions, and the responsible supply of affordable, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/09/28/selected-management-and-operations-practices-buildsmart-nyexecutive-order-88Bayport Blue Point Union Free School District – Lead Testing and Reporting (S9-25-8)
… in combating lead poisoning, New York State (NYS) requires all public school districts and Boards of Cooperative … or implement needed remediation to reduce lead exposure in all potable water outlets as required by NYS Public Health … did not have a complete sampling plan to identify all water outlets for sampling or exemption. District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/08/01/bayport-blue-point-union-free-school-district-lead-testing-and-reportingOtisco Fire District – Financial Activities (2025M-42)
… and supported and accurate financial reports were provided to the Board? Audit Period January 1, 2023 – February 4, 2025 … financial records and providing periodic financial reports to the Board. In order to ensure financial activities are properly managed, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2025/08/01/otisco-fire-district-financial-activities-2025m-42Avoca Central School District – Procurement (2025M-29)
… procurement policies and procedures. When officials do not solicit competition during the procurement of goods … procurement policies and procedures When officials do not solicit competition during the procurement of goods …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2025/06/13/avoca-central-school-district-procurement-2025m-29DiNapoli: Wall St. 2021 Profits near Record Levels
… the broker/dealer operations of New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) member firms. There are now about 125 member firms, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/10/dinapoli-wall-st-2021-profits-near-record-levelsDiNapoli: NYC’s Restaurant, Retail and Recreation Sectors Continue to Struggle During Pandemic
… The federal government provided a range of COVID-19 relief options to businesses through the U.S. Small Business … Grant (SVOG) program and the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) program. Businesses in the city received at least … the neighborhood. While the state and city have expanded relief efforts targeted at businesses in the tourism industry …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/dinapoli-nycs-restaurant-retail-and-recreation-sectors-continue-struggle-during-pandemicDiNapoli: Wall St. Profits Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels
… the broker/dealer operations of New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) member firms. There are now 126 member firms, down from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-wall-st-profits-return-pre-pandemic-levelsDiNapoli: Localities Spending More to Address Climate Change Hazards
… today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Climate change poses significant threats to communities in New York. … are shouldering much of the financial burden of climate change as they maintain important infrastructure such as … Smart Communities, a state program addressing climate change. The survey asked respondents to assess their actual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/04/dinapoli-localities-spending-more-address-climate-change-hazardsDiNapoli: State Clean Energy Fund Makes Progress on Developing Solar Capacity, But Energy Efficiency Lags
… Authority (NYSERDA) and aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, create a more affordable and resilient energy … bills. Ratepayers are expected to contribute nearly $7.5 billion from 2016-2032. CEF program areas that receive … goal for total efficiency savings, 46% of its 2025 natural gas efficiency goals and 33% of electric efficiency goals. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-state-clean-energy-fund-makes-progress-developing-solar-capacity-energy-efficiency-lagsDiNapoli: Troy's Proposed Bond Financing for Its Lead Pipe Replacement Program Is Lawful and Constitutional
… In response to a request from the Troy City Council, New York State … Facilities Corporation (EFC) under a federal program to help fund its replacement of public and private lead water … on using public funds for private purposes. “Exposure to lead from water service pipes is a public health crisis …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-troys-proposed-bond-financing-its-lead-pipe-replacement-program-lawful-and-constitutionalDiNapoli Tracks NYC Agency Performance, Recommends Greater Transparency
… York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The analysis is based on data from his office’s Agency Services Monitoring … and service performance for 36 city agencies. This data is updated regularly and provides additional insight and … management and service delivery at city agencies is critical when serving more than 8 million New Yorkers. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-tracks-nyc-agency-performance-recommends-greater-transparencyAs Racial Homeownership Disparities Persist, State's Mortgage Agency Increases Lending to Minority and Low-Income Borrowers
… communities, increasing its share of loans provided to low-income and minority borrowers over the last 10 years. … rates and 39 points higher than Latino rates, according to a report by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. … generational wealth, but many New Yorkers face barriers to buying a home,” DiNapoli said. “New York offers several …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/racial-homeownership-disparities-persist-states-mortgage-agency-increases-lending-minority-and-lowDiNapoli: New Yorkers Deserve a Transparent Hiring Process When Artificial Intelligence Is Used To Vet Their Job Applications
… New York City’s Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is falling short in enforcing … to screen them. Additionally, DCWP’s complaint handling and enforcement are inadequate. “Job seekers deserve a fair and transparent process when they apply for work, and that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/dinapoli-new-yorkers-deserve-transparent-hiring-process-when-artificial-intelligence-used-vet-theirAbout This Publication – World Trade Center Presumption
… New York State or federal law. For specific information about your benefits, please contact us . To learn about benefits you may be eligible to receive through the … Information about laws that may apply to those who participated in World …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/world-trade-center/about-publicationFrequently Asked Questions – World Trade Center Presumption
… What is a presumption? I assisted in the recovery and cleanup operations, but I was stationed in various locations throughout the city. Am I eligible to … provide any additional retirement benefit? I participated in the rescue, recovery and cleanup operations but have since …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/world-trade-center/frequently-asked-questions