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DiNapoli: State Needs to Ensure Timely Execution of Contracts with Not-For-Profits
… State agencies were late more than 77 percent of the time in … (NFPs) in 2014, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The late approvals … mandated under the Prompt Contracting Law, that cost the state $195,663 last year, the report found. Despite the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-state-needs-ensure-timely-execution-contracts-not-profitsDiNapoli: Livingston County Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $25,000 in Her Deceased Mother's State Pension Payments
… Police Superintendent Steven G. James today announced that Patricia Chatley, 61, of Nunda, New York, pleaded guilty to … Police Superintendent Steven G James today announced that Patricia Chatley 61 of Nunda New York pleaded guilty to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/dinapoli-livingston-county-woman-pleads-guilty-stealing-over-25000-her-deceased-mothers-state-pensionDiNapoli Announces Guilty Plea in Town of Crawford Embezzlement Case
… of Pine Bush, pleaded guilty before Orange County Court Judge Craig Stephen Brown, to Grand Larceny in the Third …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/02/dinapoli-announces-guilty-plea-town-crawford-embezzlement-caseFocus on Identity Theft
… important issue. IDENTITY THEFT REPORTS INCREASED 200% in New York State between 2019 and 2021. (Source: Federal Trade … fraud assistance . State Resources Office of the New York State Comptroller: Report allegations of fraud … Comptroller DiNapoli provides resources to help New Yorkers protect themselves from identity theft …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/focus-identity-theftHealth, Safety, and Accessibility in District 75 Schools
… (NYC) Department of Education (DOE) is providing a safe and healthy environment that is Americans with Disabilities … students at its more than 1,800 elementary, middle, and high schools, including 202,000 students who receive … services. Students with greater special education needs and challenges, such as autism spectrum disorders, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/04/12/health-safety-and-accessibility-district-75-schoolsDiNapoli: Syracuse Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $22,000 in Pension Checks Sent to His Deceased Mother
… A Syracuse man pleaded guilty yesterday to stealing nearly $22,000 in pension payments sent to his deceased mother, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, … an investigation by DiNapoli’s office. “Mr. Glinski tried to hide his mother’s death to cash her pension checks. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-syracuse-man-pleads-guilty-stealing-nearly-22000-pension-checks-sent-his-deceased-motherXI.18.F The Iran Divestment Act of 2012 – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… with the Iranian energy sector and seek contracts with New York State agencies, the State University of New York, the City University of New York, and New York public authorities and local … Laws of 2012 which amends State Finance Law by adding a new Section 165A and Chapter 106 of the Laws of 2012 which …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi18f-iran-divestment-act-2012Disability Retirement – When Employees Retire
… reports from the member’s physicians, hospital records, accident reports and other pertinent documentation. We may … of duties performed; Workers’ compensation documents and accident reports for all on-duty incidents; and Time records … or records that pertain to a disability application, accident(s) alleged to have been sustained, and particularly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/when-employees-retire/disability-retirementDiNapoli Statement In Response to Misconduct of Former Pension Fund Employee
… federal authorities, our inspector general worked with law enforcement officials to uncover the extent of his scheme. We …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-statement-response-misconduct-former-pension-fund-employeeOpinion 88-57
… rates may include a classification under which low income senior citizens are charged at a reduced rate) CONSTITUTIONAL … of water rates including a classification under which senior citizens meeting certain income criteria are charged … may establish a schedule of water rates under which senior citizens who meet certain income criteria are charged …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-57DiNapoli: NYC Pre-K Special Education Provider Claimed Nearly $3 Million In Ineligible Expenses
… account for their use of public funds,” DiNapoli said. “We have found too many schools that fall short of state … Teacher (SEIT) programs in New York state that provide one-on-one instruction for special needs children, usually at the … SEIT program. To qualify for reimbursement, expenses have to meet SED’s criteria and include documentation to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/dinapoli-nyc-pre-k-special-education-provider-claimed-nearly-3-million-ineligible-expensesComptroller Dinapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Arrests in Public Corruption Case Involving Developer Who Allegedly Laundered Campaign Contributions to Former Halfmoon Supervisor
… in public corruption cases since 2011, including a sitting state senator, a current member of the New York City Council, … in government, and that is why I have made cracking down on public corruption a top priority.” “These individuals … partners to see that public corruption is rooted out at all levels.” Tanski is accused of circumventing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-arrests-public-corruption-case-involving-developerDiNapoli Seeks Stronger Federal Safety Measures for Oil Trains to Protect New Yorkers
… railways and require oil transporters to carry sufficient insurance to cover cleanup costs and other liabilities … Fund, capped at $40 million, was created to protect public health and the environment by providing quick access to funds … laws to escape the costs. Insurance coverage is an accepted responsibility for people and businesses in America …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-seeks-stronger-federal-safety-measures-oil-trains-protect-new-yorkersDiNapoli: Former Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Felony in Theft of More Than $5,000 in Fire District Funds
… The former treasurer for Pulteney Fire District No. 2 pleaded guilty … and bought tools for use in her husband’s business. As treasurer, Stone was the chief fiscal officer responsible for … financial oversight; Contract for an annual audit of the treasurer’s records; and Establish a policy for maintaining, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-former-treasurer-pleads-guilty-felony-theft-more-5000-fire-district-fundsOpinion 2000-21
… This conclusion is further supported by subdivision 4 of Town Law §189-a, which establishes a procedure for … into a city. We note also that Town Law §189-a[4][e] provides that the provisions of Town Law, article 11, … notwithstanding the specific reference in section 189-a(4)(e) to "extension," but not to the "diminution," the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-21Seeking Competition in Procurement
The Office of the State Comptroller's Legal Division will discuss legal requirements for competitive bidding, including statutory amendments to the General Municipal Law § 103 and various exceptions to the bidding requirements.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/seeking-competition-in-procurement-062223.pdfSeeking Competition in Procurement
The Office of the State Comptroller's Legal Division will discuss legal requirements for competitive bidding, including statutory amendments to the General Municipal Law § 103 and various exceptions to the bidding requirements.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/seeking-competition-procurement-062624.pdfDiNapoli: The Rockaways is on the Rise
… The Rockaways neighborhood in Queens experienced record job growth and business sales since Superstorm Sandy, according to a … to the pre-storm level, but too many homeowners are still in the process of rebuilding. "People are returning to the … The Rockaways neighborhood in Queens experienced record job growth and business sales …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/dinapoli-rockaways-riseCompliance With Freedom of Information Law Requirements
To determine if the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) and its subsidiaries have policies, procedures, and processes in place to fulfill CDTA ...
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2021-19s70.pdfDiNapoli Tracks NYC Agency Performance, Recommends Greater Transparency
… displays funding, staffing levels and service performance for 36 city agencies. This data is updated regularly and … (1,396), Fire Department (17,095), Administration for Children’s Services (6,455), Department of Health and … a reported decline of at least 50% of tracked services. For example, the Law Department saw the number of cases …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-tracks-nyc-agency-performance-recommends-greater-transparency