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DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up $739 Million in 2013
… grew by $739 million in 2013, an increase of 5.2 percent from 2012, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The increase outpaced annual growth rates of 3.3 percent in … majority of the increase appears to stem from storm clean up, which gives these communities a short-term boost. As the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-739-million-2013DiNapoli Releases November State Cash Report
… of nearly $45.2 billion were $23.3 million higher than the latest projections included in the mid-year update to the … All Funds spending was $308.7 million lower than the latest projections, and $603.3 million higher than initial … on his transparency website called Open Book New York ( www.openbooknewyork.com ). … State tax collections …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-releases-november-state-cash-reportOpinion 89-39
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. CONFLICT OF INTEREST -- Insurance … coverage would have a prohibited conflict of interest in those contracts unless the exception contained in either General Municipal Law, §802[1][b] or [1][h] is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-39Opinion 90-1
… CONSTITUTIONAL LAW -- Gifts and Loans (gifts of moneys to public entities) LOCAL LAWS -- Municipal Funds (authorizing … hazardous waste facility assessments); (contributions to public entities - school district) ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION LAW, §27-0925; …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-1DiNapoli: NYC Tourism Approaches Full Recovery, Still Top Major U.S. Tourist Destination
… is approaching a complete recovery as visitor spending and related tax revenue have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, … The city estimates it will exceed pre-pandemic levels and welcome a record 68 million visitors by 2025. “The number … in New York City,” DiNapoli said. “Visitor spending and the tax revenue this industry generates already exceed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-nyc-tourism-approaches-full-recovery-still-top-major-us-tourist-destinationMedicaid Program – Excessive Premium Payments for Dual-Eligible Recipients Enrolled in Mainstream Managed Care and Health and Recovery Plans
… Medicaid program. Many Medicaid recipients are enrolled in Medicare and are referred to as “dual-eligibles.” … premium rate for certain Medicaid recipients who enroll in Medicare and do not need long-term services and support. However, recipients in MMC or HARP who enroll in Medicare but are not eligible …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/10/31/medicaid-program-excessive-premium-payments-dual-eligible-recipients-enrolled-mainstreamOpinion 95-19
… views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. BONDS AND NOTES -- Improper Uses (prepayment of certain … paid) CITIES -- Powers and Duties (authority to issue bonds to prepay certain employer retirement contributions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-19Park Accessibility for People With Disabilities (2021-N-7)
To determine if New York City Department of Parks & Recreation facilities were accessible for people with disabilities, as required. Our audit covered the period from January 2015 to October 2022.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21n7.pdfPark Accessibility for People With Disabilities (2021-N-7) 180-Day Response
To determine if New York City Department of Parks & Recreation facilities were accessible for people with disabilities, as required. Our audit covered the period from January 2015 to October 2022.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21n7-response.pdfOffice of the State Comptroller Response to Report Issued Today by the Department of Financial Services
… statement today: "It's disappointing and shocking that a regulator would issue such an uninformed and unprofessional … political games, so remains unaware of actions taken by what is one of the best managed and best funded public pension …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/office-state-comptroller-response-report-issued-today-department-financial-servicesNY ABLE Program Helps New Yorkers With Disabilities and Their Families Cover Costs
… per individual is permitted. "The more independent my son becomes, the fuller the quality of his life and the … much needed tool to help him towards that independence." "My wife and I opened up a NY ABLE account for our son, and it …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/ny-able-program-helps-new-yorkers-disabilities-and-their-families-cover-costsOpinion 92-16
… of room owned by officer and used in official duties) PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- Powers and Duties (rental of … Law, §103, unless they also constitute contracts for public work ( Davies v Mayor , 83 NY 207; Albion Industrial … beneficial terms and conditions, including price, in the public interest, and not in an arbitrary and capricious …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-16DiNapoli Releases August State Cash Report
… same period. Significant increases include spending for public health programs (up nearly $750 million largely … DiNapoli has created several tools to allow the public to better track government spending, contracts and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/dinapoli-releases-august-state-cash-reportOther Bulletin No. 6
… Employees Eligible SUNY Construction Fund employees in Bargaining Units 96 and 97 Background The State University … a 3% retroactive Salary Increase for eligible employees in Bargaining Units 96 and 97. Effective Date(s) Paychecks … 3/5/08 (Administration) Eligibility Criteria Employees in Bargaining Units 96 and 97 with a Pay Basis Code of ANN or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/suny-construction-fund/other-6-april-1-2007-retroactive-3-general-salary-increase-sunyExamination of Select Purchases made on State-Issued WEX Bank Fuel Credit Cards by Metro New York OPWDD from July 2014 - March 2018
We examined select purchases made on State-issued WEX Bank fuel credit cards (WEX card) by Metro New York OPWDD from July 2014 - March 2018
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/bse-2019-04-10.pdfExamination of Travel Expenses Incurred by an Employee of the NYS Department of Health from February 23, 2012 through December 31, 2017
We examined travel expenses incurred by an employee of the New York State Department of Health during the period of February 23, 2012 through December 31, 2017.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/bse-2019-03-20.pdfDiNapoli: State Faces $34.3 Billion Cumulative Budget Gap Through State Fiscal Year 2029
… by the Division of the Budget (DOB). When accounting for recent federal actions, the gaps as a share of spending … spending. “The Financial Plan paints a challenging picture for the state that will only grow more problematic with the … would represent 44.1% of projected All Funds disbursements for the year. When spending on the Essential Plan is included …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/08/dinapoli-state-faces-343-billion-cumulative-budget-gap-through-state-fiscal-year-2029DiNapoli: Former Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Felony in Theft of More Than $5,000 in Fire District Funds
… No. 2 pleaded guilty today to stealing more than $5,000 in public funds, after an audit and investigation by State … recommendations. Their response is included in the final audit report, which can be viewed here: http://www.osc.state.ny.us/localgov/audits/firedists/2015/pulteneyno2.pdf . …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-former-treasurer-pleads-guilty-felony-theft-more-5000-fire-district-fundsDiNapoli: Billing and Reimbursement Flaws Allowed $16.6 Million in Inappropriate Payments to Home Health Care Providers
… The state Department of Health (DOH) erroneously made $16.6 million in Medicaid … largely because the agency mistakenly paid for more days of care than what was provided, according to an audit … found numerous instances where the state Department of Health’s eMedNY billing system paid providers for weeks of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-billing-and-reimbursement-flaws-allowed-166-million-inappropriate-payments-home-health-careDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew by Over 14% in February Compared to Last Year
… grow at such a fast pace,” DiNapoli said. “With the nation and the state facing significant economic challenges, local governments should exercise caution and use responsible budgeting practices.” New York City’s … largest increase at 48.8%, followed by Columbia (29.1%) and Yates (26.8%) counties. Onondaga County had the smallest …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-over-14-february-compared-last-year