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Opinion 2008-1
… rule, however, a gift constitutes a voluntary transfer of property from one to another without consideration ( see e.g. McKenzie v Harrison , 120 NY 260: Lecci v Nickerson , 63 Misc 2d 756, 313 NYS2d 474). … Municipal Law, violate the spirit and intent of the statute, are inconsistent with public policy, or suggest …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2008-1About the New York State Comptroller's Office
… As New Yorks independent watchdog and chief financial officer State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli is responsible for holding government accountable while protecting the peoples money …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/about/about-comptrollers-officeDiNapoli: Town of Altona Official Misused $23,500
… The former bookkeeper in the town of Altona in Clinton County altered cash receipts in order to embezzle $23,500 in public funds, according to an audit and investigation released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “This individual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-town-altona-official-misused-23500Town of Attica – Town Clerk (2015M-210)
… properly accounted for all money received and disbursed in her official capacity for the period January 1, 2014 … June 10, 2015. Background The Town of Attica is located in Wyoming County and has a population of approximately 7,700 … required by statute. There was a cash shortage of $1,401 in the Clerk’s office. Key Recommendations Properly collect, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2016/12/07/town-attica-town-clerk-2015m-210Village of Quogue – Justice Court (2015M-18)
… our audit was to examine the Court’s financial operations for the period June 1, 2012 through February 28, 2014. … totaling $35,955 on deposit, of which only $8,550 was for current cases. Receipts were not deposited in a timely manner and all receipts were not accounted for. Monthly bank reconciliations were performed incorrectly, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2015/05/08/village-quogue-justice-court-2015m-18Town of Bainbridge – Justice Court Operations (2021M-51)
Determine whether the Town of Bainbridge Town Justices ensured money due to the Court was accurately collected recorded and reported and deposited in a timely manner
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/justice-court/2021/11/19/town-bainbridge-justice-court-operations-2021m-51Town of Kirkwood – Justice Court Operations (2016M-414)
… The Town of Kirkwood in located in Broome County and maintains a Justice Court with two elected Justices. The … collected more than $1 million in fines, fees, surcharges and bail money. Key Findings The Justices did not ensure that … Ensure all bank accounts are reconciled on a monthly basis and promptly investigate and resolve any variances noted. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/justice-court/2017/11/21/town-kirkwood-justice-court-operations-2016m-414Geddes Town Clerk Charged in $30K Swindle
… the arrest today of Geddes Account Clerk Shannon Carhart for allegedly pocketing $30,000 in a health care coverage … order to fraudulently receive $6,000 from the town meant for employees who opted out of health insurance coverage. In … the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/geddes-town-clerk-charged-30k-swindleDiNapoli: Former Rosendale Court Clerk to Repay Stolen Funds
… She was also fired from her position as clerk. “My office continues to work closely with law enforcement to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/0215/03/dinapoli-former-rosendale-court-clerk-repay-stolen-fundsDiNapoli Announces Sale of $636 Million State of New York General Obligation Bonds
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the … sale scheduled for March 16 of tax-exempt and taxable New York State General Obligation bonds, totaling $635.9 million. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-announces-sale-636-million-state-new-york-general-obligation-bondsDiNapoli: Former Morley Fire Company Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $16,000
… Volunteer Fire Company accounts at the Del Lago Resort and Casino and the Turning Stone Resort Casino. Perkins used the stolen money for personal purchases … Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at https://www.osc.state.ny.us/investigations , or by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-former-morley-fire-company-treasurer-pleads-guilty-stealing-over-16000Herkimer County – Court and Trust Funds (2023-C&T-2)
… through September 22, 2023. Background Pursuant to a court order, certain assets may be provided to the court and then … made pursuant to court orders commonly involve surplus money from foreclosures and contract disputes resulting in a … and ending balances totaling $50,700, the Treasurer did not file an annual report for activity in 2021. The County’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2023/12/15/herkimer-county-court-and-trust-funds-2023-ct-2State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… County) Cash controls over fundraising activities need to be improved to ensure that amounts collected are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1Opinion 92-14
… mechanics' lien deposit may be refunded without a court order); (entitlement to CPLR §8010 fee when mechanics' lien … fiscal officer is entitled to the fee in CPLR §8010(1) for money paid out of court when a mechanic's lien deposit is … Lien Law appear to be self-executing and, therefore, do not require a court order authorizing a refund of the deposit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-14Whitney Point Central School District – Extra-Classroom Activities (2016M-282)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether the Board ensured that the central … 2016. Background The Whitney Point Central School District is located in the Towns of Barker, Chenango, Lisle, Maine, … operates three schools with approximately 1,400 students, is governed by an elected seven-member Board of Education. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/12/09/whitney-point-central-school-district-extra-classroom-activities-2016mFinancial Oversight of the Advantage After School Program
… 15, 2012 through December 13, 2016. Background New York State created the Advantage After School Program (Program) in … number of children expected to be served in the Program on any day during the year. OCFS administers the Program … sites serving about 17,000 children and youth across the State. State funding for the Program was $19.3 million and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/02/13/financial-oversight-advantage-after-school-programControls Over Cash Advance Accounts
… over the cash advance accounts it oversees to ensure the money is properly accounted for and used for appropriate … 2011 to June 12, 2014. Background Under Section 115 of the State Finance Law, cash advances are issued to State agencies for purposes such as petty cash, travel, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/06/controls-over-cash-advance-accountsVII.4 Appropriated Loan Receivables – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… Appropriated Loan Receivables (ALRs) result when State money is … and revenue can be tracked via the NYAR0473 –Appropriated Loan Receivables report. To run the NYAR0473, navigate to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii4-appropriated-loan-receivablesControls Over Cash Advance Accounts
… over the cash advance accounts it oversees to ensure the money is properly accounted for and used for appropriate … over the cash advance accounts it oversees to ensure the money is properly acco …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/06/25/controls-over-cash-advance-accountsControls Over Cash Advance Accounts
… Purpose To determine whether the State Education Department (SED) has adequate controls over the cash advance … 1, 2011 to June 12, 2014. Background Under Section 115 of the State Finance Law, cash advances are issued to State … appropriations and the cash is transferred from the State Treasury to a local bank account for use by the agency. SED …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/09/08/controls-over-cash-advance-accounts