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DiNapoli Releases Dashboard Tracking Federal Covid Funding and State Relief Programs
… state is spending federal funding,” said Citizens Union Executive Director Betsy Gotbaum, “With such large sums of … director of BetaNYC , a public interest technology non-profit. “As we figure out how to support those who have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/10/dinapoli-releases-dashboard-tracking-federal-covid-funding-and-state-relief-programsDiNapoli: Some Taxpayer Check-Off Donations Not Utilized for Worthy Causes
… management. DiNapoli’s report, coming after recent news reports raised questions about significant problems with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/dinapoli-some-taxpayer-check-donations-not-utilized-worthy-causesDiNapoli: Pleasant Valley Town Clerk Charged in Theft of Fees
… Pleasant Valley Town Clerk Margaret Hart was charged today for the theft of more than $27,000 which she … Thomas P. DiNapoli. Hart, 57, of Hyde Park, was charged with grand larceny in the third degree and official … Pleasant Valley Town Clerk Margaret Hart was charged today for the theft of more than $27000 which she …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/dinapoli-pleasant-valley-town-clerk-charged-theft-feesDiNapoli: Former Fire District Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds
… former treasurer of Pulteney Fire District #2 in Steuben County. Lisa Stone, 44 of Hammondsport, was charged with … funds. Stone confessed to DiNapoli’s staff and the Steuben County Sheriff’s Department that she wrote herself extra … individuals to justice. I want to commend the Steuben County Sheriff’s Department for working closely with my staff …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/dinapoli-former-fire-district-treasurer-arrested-stealing-public-fundsTown of Leicester – Budgeting and Financial Oversight (2015M-158)
… purpose of our audit was to examine the Town’s budgeting and financial oversight practices for the period January 1, … The Town of Leicester is located in Livingston County and has an approximate population of 2,200. The Town is … Key Findings The Board has not adopted budget policies and procedures or a long-term financial plan to govern the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2015/11/13/town-leicester-budgeting-and-financial-oversight-2015m-158Former Perry Ambulance Service Manager Pleads Guilty To Larceny
… Service Business Manager Darcy J. Conaway pled guilty to petit larceny for stealing more than $5,000 from ambulance funds, according to New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Wyoming … Service Business Manager Darcy J Conaway pled guilty to petit larceny for stealing more than $5000 from ambulance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/former-perry-ambulance-service-manager-pleads-guilty-larcenyHorseheads Central School District – Financial Condition (2016M-138)
… The Horseheads Central School District is located in the Towns of Baldwin, Big Flats, Catlin, Erin, Horseheads and Veteran in Chemung County and the Town of Cayuta in Schuyler County. The District, which operates seven …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/08/19/horseheads-central-school-district-financial-condition-2016m-138Orleans County – Court and Trust Funds (2024-C&T-6)
… money from foreclosures and contract disputes resulting in a mechanic’s lien. 1 These actions are recorded in the County Clerk’s office when payments are deposited as required by court order. Additionally, in certain circumstances, 2 funds from estates are entrusted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/court-and-trust/2024/12/13/orleans-county-court-and-trust-funds-2024-ct-6Town of Burke – Fiscal Oversight (2016M-277)
… 2015 through June 30, 2016. Background The Town of Burke is located in Franklin County and has a population of approximately 1,500. The Town is governed by an elected five-member Town Board. Budgeted … against the Town, other than those allowed under Town Law, is paid prior to the Board’s audit and approval. File …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2016/11/10/town-burke-fiscal-oversight-2016m-277Limestone Volunteer Firemen, Inc. – Controls Over Financial Activities (2014M-219)
… records to be audited annually. The Board did not review bills or approve disbursements prior to payment. Company … financial records are audited annually. Review and approve bills prior to payment and ensure that each bill has …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/11/21/limestone-volunteer-firemen-inc-controls-over-financial-activities-2014mGingerbread Learning Center Executive Director and Wife Convicted in Nearly $800,000 Theft of Public Funds
… “Stealing funds designed to help special needs children is abhorrent,” State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/03/gingerbread-learning-center-executive-director-and-wife-convicted-nearly-800000-theft-public-fundsVII.3.C AP Adjustment Voucher Document Review – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… is the agency’s responsibility to prepare and submit any new transactions and required documentation as soon as they … or on the daily revenue reports, such as the NYGL0400 ALL JOURNAL Report. Transaction Errors In the event that BSAO … the Accountant who initially contacted them. The NYGL0400 ALL JOURNAL Report is run monthly as a SFS Book of Record …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii3c-ap-adjustment-voucher-document-reviewDiNapoli Audit Finds Lax Oversight of Medicaid Payments May Have Cost Taxpayers Nearly $300 Million
… unnecessary payments likely contributed to significant waste and a missed opportunity to recover the nearly $300 … State Medicaid program provides a wide range of medical services to many New Yorkers, including those with lower … of HMS’ payment reviews likely contributed to significant waste and a missed opportunity to recover improper payments. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-audit-finds-lax-oversight-medicaid-payments-may-have-cost-taxpayers-nearly-300-millionOpinion 88-14
… on the issues discussed in the opinion. ABANDONED AND LOST PROPERTY -- County Sheriff (disposition of unclaimed county prisoners' property) MUNICIPAL FUNDS -- … of abandoned property to) STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS -- Unclaimed Funds (county prisoners) ABANDONED PROPERTY LAW, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-14Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… were not reported to the Office of State Comptroller as required. Reports on the condition of court and trust funds … were in such poor condition, the board was precluded from fully understanding the district’s financial condition. … board has not developed a multiyear financial and capital plan to address the town’s long-term priorities. City and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1DiNapoli: City of Corning Audit Details Stolen Funds
… The clerk, Stephanie Burlew, was charged in July with grand larceny in the third degree, a class D felony. Corning officials requested an audit and investigation by DiNapoli’s office after they identified … stole fees for parking permits, code enforcement, water, sewer and parking summons, as well as utility …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-city-corning-audit-details-stolen-fundsDiNapoli: Audit Cites East Clinton Fire District For Improper Gifts
… Officials in Dutchess County’s East Clinton Fire District improperly paid nearly $35,000 in personal expenses for members, including rent, cable … to uncover lax oversight and misuse of taxpayer dollars in fire districts. I will continue to audit these entities so …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-audit-cites-east-clinton-fire-district-improper-giftsDiNapoli: Former Poestenkill Employee Charged With Stealing $3,000 From Town
… Acting Superintendent Steven A. Nigrelli announced the arrest of Michelle Asquith, the former Town of Poestenkill administrative assistant, for allegedly stealing more than $3,000 in town funds over a … and the NYSP for their assistance in this case.” “This arrest demonstrates the hard work of our members and law …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-former-poestenkill-employee-charged-stealing-3000-townDiNapoli: Former City of Dunkirk Festivals Coordinator Indicted on Public Corruption Charges
… Coordinator Hector Rosas for using his public position to pilfer more than $50,000 through several schemes. "Rosas allegedly used his position to steal donations meant to help Hurricane Maria victims and divert funds meant to … Coordinator Hector Rosas for using his public position to pilfer more than $50000 through several schemes …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-former-city-dunkirk-festivals-coordinator-indicted-public-corruption-chargesExecutive Director of Baychester Youth Council Indicted for Stealing More Than $100,000 From Federal Grant
… as well as New York State Police Investigators John Bode and Charles Sands and Senior Investigators Michael Vazquez, Michael Davis and John Vescio for their assistance in the investigation, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/07/executive-director-baychester-youth-council-indicted-stealing-more-100000-federal-grant