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State Comptroller DiNapoli Report Details LIRR Delays in 2017

… by equipment problems. The LIRR attributes one-quarter of all late, canceled and terminated trains to its customers. …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-report-details-lirr-delays-2017

DiNapoli: Former Treasurer Sentenced in Oakfield Fire Department Theft

… Fire Department treasurer Samantha Hilchey was ordered to pay $16,281 in restitution at her sentencing Monday in … Attorney Lawrence Friedman and the New York State Police for partnering with us to hold this individual accountable. I … William Zickl said. "Investigations Director Stephanie Kelly and State Police Investigator Ron Wilson were …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-former-treasurer-sentenced-oakfield-fire-department-theft

DiNapoli and Schneiderman Announce Arrest in $87K Contractor Theft

… the criminal probe. “Mr. Dunkel diverted more than $87,000 in public money meant to promote immunization of children … his position as head of the American Academy of Pediatrics in New York, Dunkel defrauded taxpayers and stole over … Academy of Pediatrics, District II (AAP-II), was charged in Albany City Court with grand larceny and several counts of …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-and-schneiderman-announce-arrest-87k-contractor-theft

DiNapoli: Tax Cap Remains Below One Percent in 2017

… beginning in 2012, limits tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate of inflation or 2 percent with some exceptions, including a … at 0.12 percent for the 2016-17 fiscal year. For the list of allowable levy growth factors for all local governments, …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/07/dinapoli-tax-cap-remains-below-one-percent-2017

DiNapoli: Cohocton Town Clerk Pleads Guilty In $36,000 Theft

… 51, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the third degree, a Class D felony, before Judge Peter Bradstreet. Riley also admitted taking tax penalty payments and other cash for six years. Sentencing is scheduled for March 2. Riley is …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-cohocton-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-36000-theft

Halfmoon Town Supervisor Sentenced To 12 Months In Prison

… Wormuth was sentenced today to one year and one day in prison as a result of her convictions for extortion and … Richard S. Hartunian and Andrew W. Vale, Special Agent in Charge of the Albany Division of the Federal Bureau of … Thomas P. DiNapoli said. “I hope this sentence sends a clear message that this misconduct by an elected official …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/halfmoon-town-supervisor-sentenced-12-months-prison

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew 5.1% in November

… York City’s collections totaled $815 million, an increase of 5.8%, or $45 million. County and city collections in the rest of the state totaled $887 million, an increase of 4.4%. Nearly all (55 out of 57) counties experienced …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-5-point-1-percent-in-november

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 3% in Second Quarter

… quarter of 2023 after a strong first quarter growth of 11.3%. In April-June, city collections totaled nearly $2.5 … County by 1.4%, while Albany County declined by -6.1% and Monroe County by -0.8%. Sullivan County had the strongest growth at 28.3% followed by Broome County at 15.7% and Wyoming County at 15.1%. Most Cities Fared Well: …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-3-percent-second-quarter

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up Slightly in May

… Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 1.1% in May compared to the same … uncertain economy.” For May 2023 compared with May 2022: New York City’s collections totaled $744 million, an increase … by County and Region … Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 11 in May compared to the same …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-slightly-may

DiNapoli Audit Finds Hazardous Conditions Persist in Mitchell-Lama Developments

… analysis, or bidding, as required. Auditors looked at expenses at the four developments and found in three – …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-hazardous-conditions-persist-mitchell-lama-developments

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 7% in First Quarter

… New York state totaled $5.5 billion in the first quarter of 2023, an increase of 7.1%, or nearly $369 million, compared to the same … state, collections growth has generally returned to the rates seen before the pandemic.” DiNapoli’s report found: On …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-7-percent-first-quarter

DiNapoli: Gaming Revenue Plays Increasing Role In State Budget

… dependence on gaming revenues has grown over the past two decades, according to a report released today by State … were the highest in the nation – more than California and Florida combined in SFY 2012-13. The state’s reliance on … of existing consumer spending. The report found that while some net employment gain is expected, some existing jobs are …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-gaming-revenue-plays-increasing-role-state-budget

DiNapoli: Fire Chief Charged In Alleged $2,700 Gasoline Theft

… as a process server. He was charged with grand larceny in the fourth degree, a class E felony. DiNapoli’s staff also … most have been implemented. Their response is included in the final audit report, which can be viewed here: … have led to more than 100 arrests and $20 million in money recovered since 2011. Since taking office in 2007, …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/dinapoli-fire-chief-charged-alleged-2700-gasoline-theft

DiNapoli: Alexandria Clerk Charged In Theft of Town Fees

… I thank the State Police for their work on this case.” DiNapoli’s office is currently auditing the town’s …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/dinapoli-alexandria-clerk-charged-theft-town-fees

DiNapoli: Former Alexandria Town Clerk Pleads Guilty in Theft

… District Attorney’s office and the State Police for their hard work on this case.” “The Jefferson County District … and the Office of the State Comptroller for all of their hard work on this case to ensure that justice was served and …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-former-alexandria-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-theft

Selected Programs to Assist Businesses in New York City

… “unlock economic potential and create economic security for all New Yorkers by connecting New Yorkers to good jobs, … Superstorm Sandy and educates businesses on how to prepare for potential future disasters. CAs and SBAs provide … briefly described below: ECSP allows businesses to qualify for reduced costs for energy provided to them by regulated …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/03/14/selected-programs-assist-businesses-new-york-city

DiNapoli Audit Finds Lapses in Treatment Under Kendra's Law

… The state’s Office of Mental Health (OMH) needs to do a better job of overseeing court-ordered treatment for individuals under … our recommendations to improve the administration of Kendra’s Law at a time when we’re facing a serious mental …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-audit-finds-lapses-treatment-under-kendras-law

DiNapoli: Shift in MTA's Paratransit Program Generates Cost Savings

… part due to the MTA’s move to alternative transit services that provided $102.7 million in savings in 2022, according to … became the primary provider of transportation, with lower on-time rates and higher no shows,” DiNapoli said. “The … primary carriers as blue and white AAR vehicles that are owned by NYCT but are operated by private contractors. …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-shift-mtas-paratransit-program-generates-cost-savings