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Model Code of Ethics for Local Governments - Frequently Asked Questions
… Section 10 [future employment], and Section 17 [gifts]). What is an example of a function that does not require the "exercise of discretion?" An … their municipality’s policies and procedures which may contain more specific provisions with regard to the use of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/model-code-ethics-local-governments-frequently-asked-questionsOpinion 88-24
… -- Interest in Contract (reimbursement to board member for expenses incurred in maintaining private pond) GENERAL … with the town where she and her husband are reimbursed for expenses incurred in maintaining a private pond on their … reimbursed costs include use of a tractor and compensation for the spouse's labor. This is in reply to your letter …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-24XIII.6 Potential Tax Consequences of Assigning an Incorrect Official Station – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… to or on behalf of an employee are reported to the OSC Payroll Office, so that they may be properly included in the … report taxable travel reimbursement income to the Agency’s payroll officer, who can refer to OSC PayServ guidelines for … The Agency should advise the employee that his or her net payroll check will likely be lower as a result of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii6-potential-tax-consequences-assigning-incorrect-official-stationDiNapoli: Former Durhamville Fire Department Treasurer Sentenced to Prison for Theft of Over $92K
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Oneida County District Attorney Todd Carville, and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced today that … New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli Oneida County District Attorney Todd Carville and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G James announced today that the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/11/dinapoli-former-durhamville-fire-department-treasurer-sentenced-prison-theft-over-92kDiNapoli: Former CFO of St. Johnsville Volunteer Ambulance Corp. Arrested for Stealing Over $26,000
… to commit financial crimes will be held responsible for their actions,” Pearson said. “I would like to personally thank the Office of the State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, … a clear-cut example of an individual using their position for their own personal benefit,” James said. “I applaud the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-former-cfo-st-johnsville-volunteer-ambulance-corp-arrested-stealing-over-26000DiNapoli: Texas Woman Charged with Stealing Over $65,000 in NYS Pension Payments
… DiNapoli announced the indictment of a 53-year-old Texas woman for allegedly stealing more than $65,000 in New York state pension payments meant for a deceased … P DiNapoli announced the indictment of a 53yearold Texas woman for allegedly stealing more than $65000 in New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/dinapoli-texas-woman-charged-stealing-over-65000-nys-pension-paymentsDiNapoli Statement on Selection of Melissa Mark-Viverito as New York City Council Speaker
… City residents. I look forward to working with Mayor Bill de Blasio, Speaker Mark-Viverito and all of the newly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/dinapoli-statement-selection-melissa-mark-viverito-new-york-city-council-speakerDiNapoli Honors Leaders at NYS Association of Black and Puerto Rican Legislators Conference
… hosted a breakfast during the New York State Black and Puerto Rican Legislative Caucus weekend on Feb. 15 at the … As senior councilwoman, she's known to provide access and opportunity for residents to take part in board meetings. … the Child Victim's Act, DREAM Act, rent reform laws, and the Green Light Bill,a bill that provides driver's …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/02/dinapoli-honors-leaders-nys-association-black-and-puerto-rican-legislators-conferenceWyandanch Public Library – Oversight of Library Resources (2013M-399)
… 2011 through September 30, 2012. Background The Wyandanch Public Library is a School District Public Library that is located in the Town of Babylon in … Wyandanch Public Library Oversight of Library Resources 2013M399 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/library/2014/11/20/wyandanch-public-library-oversight-library-resources-2013m-399NYS Common Retirement Fund Contacts
… Public Equities [email protected] Manuel Casanga, Real Estate & Real Assets [email protected] Leo Chenette, In-State Private Equity Investment Program [email protected] Joe T. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund/resources/nys-common-retirement-fund-contactsDiNapoli: Former Hannibal Fire Chief and Father Arrested
… help raise money for the company and take the place of its bingo nights. The company spent $35,000, money that would …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-former-hannibal-fire-chief-and-father-arrestedComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… announced his office completed audits of the Canajoharie Central School District , Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES , … District , Franklin-Essex-Hamilton BOCES , Indian Lake Central School District , Liberty Central School District , … announced his office completed audits of the Canajoharie Central School District DelawareChenangoMadisonOtsego BOCES …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsInspector General
… that the Office is guided by the highest ethical standards and principles in the conduct of its business. Comptroller … Order established the Office of the Inspector General and empowered it to prevent, detect and deter corruption, fraud, criminal activity, conflicts of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund/resources/inspector-generalWyoming County Court and Trust Funds (2020-C&T-2)
… appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, 2017 through … (Treasurer), County Clerk (Clerk) and Surrogate’s Court must develop sound procedures and processes which, when … a system of internal controls to account for and safeguard court and trust funds and abandoned property. Pursuant to New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/court-and-trust/2020/05/08/wyoming-county-court-and-trust-funds-2020-ct-2Town of Gaines – Town Clerk/Tax Collector (2021M-172)
… financial duties. The Clerk did not: Deposit collections in a timely manner. Perform bank reconciliations. The Board … all money is properly accounted for. Except as specified in Appendix A, Town officials generally agreed with our … action. Appendix B includes our comment on an issue raised in the Town’s response. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2022/03/18/town-gaines-town-clerktax-collector-2021m-172Opinion 92-6
… by town officer) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §§800[2],[3], 801, 803: A clerk in a town highway superintendent's office, whose … the provisions of article 18, General Municipal Law, §803 nonetheless generally requires that the nature and extent … proceedings. Disclosure is not required under section 803 in the case of an interest in a contract which is not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-6Comptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Guilty Plea by New Jersey Woman Over Theft of More Than $162,000 in New York State Pension Benefits
… T. Schneiderman and today announced the guilty plea of Linda Miller, 57, of Englewood, New Jersey, over the theft of … and Local Employees Retirement System. The defendant, Linda Miller, continued to cash her mother Josephine Miller’s … benefits until 2012, despite her mother’s death in 2006. Linda Miller pleaded guilty to 3rd degree Grand Larceny, a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-guilty-plea-new-jersey-woman-over-theft-more-162000DiNapoli: Former Town of Marion Court Clerk Charged With Pocketing Court Fines and Fees
… in court fines, fees and surcharges. “The defendant went to great lengths in her attempt to cover up her alleged theft … at the expense of the public. The State Police remains ready to assist in investigating and apprehending those … from State and Local government working together to serve and protect the public.” The former court clerk’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-former-town-marion-court-clerk-charged-pocketing-court-fines-and-feesHeat and Hot Water Complaints
… To determine whether the New York City (NYC) Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) addresses heat and hot water complaints timely, issues notices of violation, and … To determine whether the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development addresses heat and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/24/heat-and-hot-water-complaintsDiNapoli: Cohocton Town Clerk Pleads Guilty In $36,000 Theft
Former Cohocton Town Clerk Sandra Riley pleaded guilty Steuben County Court Monday to stealing $36000 in dog license and building permit fees after an audit and investigation by State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapolis office revealed the theft of public funds
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-cohocton-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-36000-theft