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New York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era
… earlier this year are set to expire in late July. New Business Applications Drop in New York Business applications for federal tax identification numbers, which provide an early look at business formation activity, fell in New York by 16.8 percent from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/covid-19-july-22-2020DiNapoli: Wall St. Profits Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels
… and secondary public offerings. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed) multiple rate hikes beginning in March of this year to … third and fourth quarters may see further declines. The Fed’s latest projections show its policy rate rising to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-wall-st-profits-return-pre-pandemic-levelsDiNapoli: Technology Changing How Local Governments Serve Residents
… and allow taxpayers to make payments, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … of its Smart City Project. “New technologies are reshaping how local government services are delivered. Local officials … to be easy and convenient,” DiNapoli said. “Officials can use smart technology to trim costs, hold the line on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/09/dinapoli-technology-changing-how-local-governments-serve-residentsComptroller DiNapoli, A.G. Schneiderman, State & DOI Commissioner Mark Peters Announce Conviction of Non-Profit Executive Involved in Six-Year Theft Scheme
… taxpayer dollars intended for public services and capital improvements in New York City. A multi-agency joint … $300,000 in public funds provided by New York State, the New York City Council, and federal earmark grants. … funds to pay the mortgage and utilities on a commercial building she owned through a holding company, instead of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/10/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-state-doi-commissioner-mark-peters-announce-conviction-nonDiNapoli: LIRR On-Time Performance Falls Short
… have brought attention to the role played by Amtrak, which is responsible for properly maintaining Penn Station and the four East River tunnels that connect Manhattan to Long Island." In 2016, the LIRR carried … deteriorates during the morning and evening peak periods when demand is the greatest. DiNapoli's report noted that: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/04/dinapoli-lirr-time-performance-falls-shortOpinion 2008-4
… town general fund); (raising amounts for) MUNICIPAL HOME RULE LAW § 10(1)(ii)(d)(3); TOWN LAW §§ 198(4), 202(3), … 92-33, at 84). In addition, although the Municipal Home Rule Law authorizes a town to adopt local laws that … the establishment of park districts by town board motion, subject to permissive referendum requirements. 2 The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2008-4Opinion 88-51
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was … (procedure for abolition of); (use of moneys for dredging lake) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, §§6-c(1)(b), 6-d: Moneys in a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-51DiNapoli: Service Delivery Critical to Ensure New York City’s Continued Recovery
… to deliver basic services like education and public safety, while managing spikes in demand for additional services, like mental health and homelessness, without interruption. I encourage …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/02/dinapoli-service-delivery-critical-ensure-new-york-citys-continued-recoveryDiNapoli: Paycheck Protection Program in NYC Stumbled, but Finding Footing
… requirements prevented or discouraged small businesses from applying. The PPP initially required that 75 percent of … of Hispanics and African Americans than the Manhattan and Staten Island neighborhoods where more loans were granted. In the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/dinapoli-paycheck-protection-program-nyc-stumbled-finding-footingDiNapoli: Albany Challenged by Budgetary, Demographic Factors
… economy has been stabilized by state government and new industries, but is troubled by high poverty and a reduced … municipalities across the state. “Albany is the heart of New York state government. While the city reaps significant … highest proportion of tax-exempt property among cities in New York. Currently, 59 percent of the city’s property is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/dinapoli-albany-challenged-budgetary-demographic-factorsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… with respect to job performance, sales tax exemptions and payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) information for current and … and exceeded its authority under New York State Town law by authorizing the supervisor to pay all expenditures … County) The board did not properly audit claims prior to payment or ensure written quotes were obtained as required. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsDiNapoli: Better Reporting and Monitoring of NYC Capital Projects Needed
… More than half of sanitation, water pollution, water mains, highway bridges, courts, and cultural affairs projects …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-better-reporting-and-monitoring-nyc-capital-projects-neededDiNapoli: Improved Planning Needed for New York To Achieve Its Clean Energy Goals
… or electric cooling and heating. PSC also did not fully account for other potential risks, and did not consider … the state would need new technology not yet developed to account for the weather-related intermittency of renewables, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-improved-planning-needed-new-york-achieve-its-clean-energy-goalsDiNapoli & NYC Make it Easier to Save for College
… and New York City officials announced today. "We're making it easier for all New Yorkers, regardless of income level, to … these college savings vehicles to more families will go a long way in helping NYC Kids RISE achieve its important … the obstacles on the path to college and careers, and just how important it is for us to remove these obstacles and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-nyc-make-it-easier-save-collegeEnglish Language Learners Programs
… (SED) data shows that ELL enrollments are on the rise in New York, with the number of ELL students outside of New York … available in all languages, including Burmese, Karen, Kinyarwanda, Nepali, Somali, and Swahili—languages …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/09/18/english-language-learners-programsImplementation of Train Service to Grand Central Madison
… whether the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) implemented train service to Grand Central Madison (GCM) terminal in a … from January 2021 through November 2023. About the Program MTA is responsible for developing and implementing a unified … that post-GCM implementation, they were offering 41% more train service—up from 665 trains to 936 trains. However, we …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/06/18/implementation-train-service-grand-central-madisonConflicts of Interest of Municipal Officers and Employees
… government, is provided in poster format [pdf - 2019] . What is a conflict of interest? You may have heard of the … relationships with your municipality are prohibited. Who does the law apply to? If you are an officer or employee of a … an interest in a municipal contract does not necessarily mean that your interest is prohibited. In order for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/conflicts-interest-municipal-officers-and-employeesState Agencies Bulletin No. 1145
… Purpose To inform agencies of new earnings codes and procedures for processing the … rate less than $7.36. Background Pursuant to Section 7 of Part A of Chapter 491 of the Laws of 2011 and the Division … Maintenance Pay Bonus Pay Fringe Benefits Health Insurance Opt-Out Holiday Pay Lost Time Lump Sum Payments for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1145-2012-2013-deficit-reduction-plan-employees-agency-police-services-unitDiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for November 2015
… office approved 1,448 contracts valued at $1.47 billion and approved 1.9 million payments worth $8.9 billion in … LLC for Medicaid Managed Health Care and Family Health Plus. $13.3 million for 67 grants to foster care agencies. … Inc. for creative and marketing services for traditional lottery products such as Mega Millions, Power Ball and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-and-payment-actions-november-2015Opinion 95-23
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. CLAIMS -- Audit (officer's statement based on … for audit, permit the statement by the town officer whose action gave rise or origin to a claim to be based on … you ask whether the statement by the town officer whose action gave rise or origin to the claim may be based on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-23