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DiNapoli: Extreme Weather and Disaster Response Costs Rise in NY
… new report from State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli found the frequency of severe weather in the state is growing, taking a toll on New York’s residents, … storms (3,714). These five types accounted for 63.1% of all events. Since 1996, there have been more flash floods …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-extreme-weather-and-disaster-response-costs-rise-nyDiNapoli: 2015 Sales Tax Collections Drop in 30 Counties
… City, growth in local sales tax collections was a mere 0.7 percent. By comparison, in 2014 the local growth rate was … however, experienced declines last year. The North Country had a 2.9 percent drop in collections, the Southern … city’s sales tax revenues otherwise rose $249 million (3.7%) for the year. Additional findings in DiNapoli’s report …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/02/dinapoli-2015-sales-tax-collections-drop-30-countiesDiNapoli Audit: OGS Veteran-Owned Business Program Off to Good Start
… Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) program in a short time and the program would benefit from the adoption of a … Thomas P. DiNapoli. “OGS has made great strides putting in place a program that will benefit veterans, New York state … New Yorks ServiceDisabled VeteranOwned Business program in a short time and the program would benefit from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/dinapoli-audit-ogs-veteran-owned-business-program-good-startDiNapoli: Regional Land Banks Fighting Urban Blight
… our state demands action,” DiNapoli said. “The creation of land banks, as well as legislation passed earlier this … other risks to public health and safety. At least one land bank has sought to acquire and remediate brownfields, while … or profits from sales to make up the difference. For a copy of the report, visit: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/dinapoli-regional-land-banks-fighting-urban-blightFormer Village of Candor Mayor Pleads Guilty to Stealing From the Village
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and the New York State Police announced that former Village … DiNapoli said. “His theft of public funds is contemptible and undermines public faith in government. My thanks to Tioga County District Attorney Kirk Martin and the New York State Police for their partnership in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/former-village-candor-mayor-pleads-guilty-stealing-villageDiNapoli: New York's Medicaid System Improperly Paid Over $16 Million in Claims
… pays close attention to Medicaid because it’s critical for so many New Yorkers and a big driver of state spending," … DiNapoli said. “Errors can be costly. My office's latest audit found areas where the Department of Health can … managed care coverage because they had comprehensive third-party insurance and should’ve been enrolled in Medicaid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-new-yorks-medicaid-system-improperly-paid-over-16-million-claimsComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Indictment of Former West Ghent Volunteer Fire Company Treasurer for Allegedly Embezzling Fire Company Money
… the arrest and arraignment of Gail E. Cesternino (46), for allegedly embezzling over $55,000 from the West Ghent … on the Fire Company's credit card, including purchases for her personal sales business. Today's indictment is the … the arrest and arraignment of Gail E Cesternino 46 for allegedly embezzling over $55000 from the West Ghent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/04/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-indictment-former-west-ghent-volunteer-fire-companyDiNapoli: Greenburgh-Graham Union Free School District Superintendent and Former Security System Specialist Arrested on Corruption Charges for Stealing School Funds
… Free School District were arrested on corruption charges for allegedly stealing school district funds earmarked for students and spending them on personal and luxury … 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/2024/05/dinapoli-greenburgh-graham-union-free-school-district-superintendent-and-former-security-systemComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… Cortlandville Fire Department , Town of Milford , Raquette Lake Fire District No. 3 and West Sand Lake Fire District No. 1 . “In today’s fiscal climate, budget … board did not develop a multiyear financial plan. Raquette Lake Fire District No. 3 – Internal Controls Over Financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1XI.7.C Deferred Payment Arrangements – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… The purpose of this Section is to set forth requirements for … resulting from Deferred Payment Arrangements (DPAs). The Division of the Budget has established policies and procedures for all state agencies regarding the establishment of DPAs. See … The purpose of this Section is to set forth requirements for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi7c-deferred-payment-arrangementsDiNapoli: Former Town Supervisor Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement of $240,000
… Brown pleaded guilty today in front of Judge Hon. Frank B. Revoir, Chenango County, to Grand Larceny in the … by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.ny.gov , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State … of Investigations, 8th Floor, 110 State St., Albany, NY 12236. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/dinapoli-former-town-supervisor-pleads-guilty-embezzlement-240000Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… that schools make every dollar count,” DiNapoli said. “By auditing school district and charter school finances and … Management (Tompkins County) Total fund balance increased by more than $1 million from 2012-13 to 2014-15 and … during this period exceeded actual expenditures by an average of more than 4 percent per year. Otego-Unadilla …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-1Oversight of the Educational Opportunity Program
… including career advising, tutoring, and personal counseling, throughout students’ enrollment. Responsibility … of adequate documentation for program-related expenses and services. Our review identified: 10 (3.3%) unallowable or … assigned to five counselors, with instances of unsupported counseling services. Consequently, we couldn’t determine …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/03/26/oversight-educational-opportunity-programState Agencies Bulletin No. 2236.1
… This Bulletin Supersedes Payroll Bulletin 2236 Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin … and Reporting Manual Items B-300 and B-300A, issued April 26, 2024, maintenance rates have been increased. Note: Items … Tax-related questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Tax and Compliance mailbox. Deduction …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/22361-change-maintenance-rates-employee-housing-and-mealsMedicaid Program – Medicaid Claims Processing Activity October 1, 2016 Through March 31, 2017
… Purpose To determine whether the Department of Health’s eMedNY system reasonably ensured that Medicaid claims were … home health care providers; $404,227 in overpayments for dental anesthesia claims that were reimbursed excessive … claims; and $274,390 in overpayments for other inpatient, clinic, and durable medical equipment claims. By the end of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/12/08/medicaid-program-medicaid-claims-processing-activity-october-1-2016-through-march-31-2017United HealthCare Insurance Company of New York – Empire Plan Drug Rebates (Follow-Up)
… made in our audit report, United HealthCare Insurance Company of New York: Empire Plan Drug Rebates … (Report 2014-S-62). Background The New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) provides health insurance coverage to about 1.2 million active and retired …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/05/24/united-healthcare-insurance-company-new-york-empire-plan-drug-rebates-followOversight of International Offices (Follow-Up)
… further work is needed. In 2015, ESD did implement the new Client Resource Management System that it described in its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/12/30/oversight-international-offices-followExamination of Pitts Management Associates (PMA)
PMA claimed it saved Downstate $138 million during the period December 1 2012 through November 30 2014 through a Restructuring Action Plan RAP under contrac
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/02/14/examination-pitts-management-associates-pmaCost Reporting of Programs Operated by Gateway-Longview, Inc.
… competitive bidding or evidence that transactions were fair and reasonable. The cost of these related-party … program-related; and expenses for ineligible items such as food, flowers, personal expenses and gifts for staff. These …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/12/30/cost-reporting-programs-operated-gateway-longview-incOn-Time Performance
… Purpose To determine whether Staten Island Railway trains run on time and On-Time Performance (OTP) is … Transportation Authority’s (MTA) Staten Island Railway (SIR) operates one train line between Tottenville and … To determine whether Staten Island Railway trains run on time and OnTime Performance OTP is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/09/15/time-performance