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Former Treasurer of Patterson Fire Department Sentenced to 33 Months in Prison for Embezzlement and Filing False Tax Returns
… today by U.S. District Judge Nelson S. Roman to 33 months in prison for fraud and tax charges arising out of his … $1.1 million from the PFD. According to documents filed in court, MELIN, a chiropractor, was elected treasurer of the … of 20 years in prison, and one count of subscribing to false tax returns, which carries a maximum sentence of three …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/02/former-treasurer-patterson-fire-department-sentenced-33-months-prison-embezzlement-and-filing-falseNYS Comptroller DiNapoli and Church of England Call on ExxonMobil to Set Targets for Lowering GHG Emissions
… develop a clear strategy for long-term sustainability, in line with international commitments for a safer climate. … company has much more to do. Our request would bring Exxon in line with its biggest European peer, Shell, and we believe … established by the Paris Agreement to keep the increase in global average temperature to well below 2 degrees, and to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-and-church-england-call-exxonmobil-set-targets-lowering-ghg-emissionsState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Joins Lawmakers in Applauding New Law to Fight Government Waste
… of improper payments and identify fraud, waste and abuse in the state. Identifying transactions at the earliest … a vast amount- of financial data and identify millions in waste, fraud and abuse of taxpayer dollars," DiNapoli … to understanding the issues and their careful deliberation in the development of this proposal. My thanks also to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-joins-lawmakers-applauding-new-law-fight-government-wasteComptroller DiNapoli Releases November Cash Report
… Total receipts through the first eight months of the fiscal year totaled $95.7 billion, $1.9 billion higher … “As has been the case throughout the year, the state is in a favorable cash position,” said DiNapoli. “Additional …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-november-cash-reportState Will Save Millions After Audit Uncovers Unnecessary Medicaid Transportation Costs
… 2016 and ensure that Medicaid coverage groups are excluded from the monthly recipient counts that are used to pay …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/state-will-save-millions-after-audit-uncovers-unnecessary-medicaid-transportation-costsDiNapoli: New York City's Budget Benefits From Strong Economic Growth
… city’s conservative approach to forecasting tax revenues has served it well, helping to close projected budget gaps … setback during the financial plan period. The city has experienced five years of job growth, and the city’s … the city’s economy. Over the past two years, the city has taken steps to increase its reserves. Officials increased …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/dinapoli-new-york-citys-budget-benefits-strong-economic-growthDiNapoli: Facilities Using Radioactive Materials or Radiation Equipment in New York City Were Not Always Properly Inspected or Licensed
… The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DoHMH) did not always inspect … radiation exposure. Unfortunately, we found a number of troubling instances of lax supervision that create the potential to put New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-facilities-using-radioactive-materials-or-radiation-equipment-new-york-city-were-not-alwaysDiNapoli: MTA Needs to Improve Efforts to do Business with Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses
… totaling $13.9 million, matched the reported amounts. In one response, the subcontractor stated that it received $2.8 … amount by $2.66 million. In another instance, regarding two reported payments totaling $147,654, the respondents … when only 11 of these subcontractors were on site. For two other contracts, MTA made on-site visits when two …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-mta-needs-improve-efforts-do-business-minority-and-women-owned-businessesDiNapoli Releases January State Cash Report
… economic conditions that we are watching closely, but for now our financial position remains strong.” Year-to-date … billion were $4.4 billion, or 7.5 percent, over last year for the same period. Tax receipts were $547.2 million over … totaling over $8 billion received since April 2014. For a detailed breakdown, go to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/02/dinapoli-releases-january-state-cash-reportNY State Comptroller DiNapoli: Social Media Firms Must Demonstrate They Can Protect Users
… an authentic and safe user experience—users will simply leave. It is high time investors have a transparent view into …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/ny-state-comptroller-dinapoli-social-media-firms-must-demonstrate-they-can-protect-usersDiNapoli Releases July State Cash Report
… or 4.4 percent, from the same period last year, according to the July state cash report issued today by State … the Budget has made adjustments,” DiNapoli said. “We still have eight months left in the fiscal year, and the state must be prepared to take …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-releases-july-state-cash-reportDiNapoli: Moderate Growth in Local Sales Tax Collections for First Half of 2017
… tax growth across the state is welcome news, especially for many of our upstate communities that have struggled with … remain cautious. While consumer spending is holding up for now, the upcoming back-to-school and holiday shopping … percent) in the first half of 2017. This increase accounts for nearly half (48 percent) of the total growth statewide of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-moderate-growth-local-sales-tax-collections-first-half-2017Opinion 93-15
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. LIBRARIES -- Finances (requirements of annual … or employee who has received or disbursed any moneys in the previous fiscal year "shall account with the town … board has appointed a separate treasurer and has demanded in writing that these moneys be paid to the library …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-15Opinion 91-63
… in a contract which is not prohibited under subdivision two of section 802 (General Municipal Law, §803[2]). As a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-63DiNapoli: Better Monitoring of "Leandra’s Law" Enforcement Needed
… six counties – Cortland, Erie, Montgomery, Otsego, Suffolk and Wayne. “Individuals who attempt to operate a vehicle … officials should follow through with law enforcement and report potential violations so that appropriate actions can be taken to protect the public and keep our roadways safe.” Under the Child Passenger …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-better-monitoring-leandras-law-enforcement-neededDiNapoli: State Should Improve Financial Literacy Efforts
… knowledge and skills, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The audit … Studies have shown that most Americans, particularly young adults, are not prepared for financial emergencies and … expenses for three months in an emergency. 12% owed more on their home than it was worth. In addition, 2.5 million New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/09/dinapoli-state-should-improve-financial-literacy-effortsDiNapoli: Wyandanch Public Library Audit Reveals Missing Cash, Excess Benefits
… Officials of the Wyandanch Public Library in Suffolk County failed to notice $4,600 in missing cash, overpaid the library’s treasurer $6,900 and … of a family member employed by the library which resulted in nearly $20,000 in questionable pay, according to an audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/11/dinapoli-wyandanch-public-library-audit-reveals-missing-cash-excess-benefitsXV.11 Journal/Revenue Transfers – XV. End of Year
… submit these transactions to OSC by the date identified in the Office of Operations Events and Deadlines Calendar . … submit these transactions to OSC by the date identified in the Office of Operations Events and Deadlines Calendar …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xv/xv11-journalrevenue-transfersDiNapoli: New York’s Workforce Development Programs Lack Governance and Coordination
… governing body to coordinate planning, to make sure the needs of New Yorkers are met, and resources are used … and coordination,” DiNapoli said. “As the lead agency in workforce development, the Department of Labor needs to pay closer attention to what is needed to better manage these programs and get our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-new-yorks-workforce-development-programs-lack-governance-and-coordinationDiNapoli: Chatham Police Chief Sentenced for Pension Double-Dipping
… of Police Peter Volkmann was sentenced to pay $92,829 in restitution and perform 200 hours of community service … Czajka and the New York State Police for their partnership in helping us bring justice to this case.” “Mr. Volkmann … Village of Chatham," District Attorney Paul Czajka said. "In doing so, he undermined much of the good he did in helping …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-chatham-police-chief-sentenced-pension-double-dipping