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DiNapoli: As Drug Overdoses Climbed the State Failed to Inspect Residential Drug Treatment Programs
… programs have been poorly served by the failure of the state’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) to … COVID pandemic, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “The COVID pandemic … programs even before that, but when the state hit pause on inspections at residential treatment facilities during the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/dinapoli-drug-overdoses-climbed-state-failed-inspect-residential-drug-treatment-programsDiNapoli: Chatham Police Chief Sentenced for Pension Double-Dipping
… to this case.” “Mr. Volkmann stole funds from the citizens he was sworn to protect and serve as police chief of the … District Attorney Paul Czajka said. "In doing so, he undermined much of the good he did in helping and providing assistance to so many …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-chatham-police-chief-sentenced-pension-double-dippingDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Value $194.3 Billion
… early outbreak of the pandemic in the United States with a value of $194.3 billion. Globally, assets swiftly recovered … employees, retirees and their beneficiaries. The Fund's value reflects retirement and death benefits of $13.25 … expected rate of return is 6.8 percent. The Fund’s value and rate of return in prior years is available online: …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/07/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-value-1943-billionNYS Common Retirement Fund Reports First Quarter Results
… The New York State Common Retirement Fund’s (Fund) estimated return in the first … the Fund remains one of the nation’s strongest, providing retirement security to our 1.1 million working and retired … annual investment return. About the New York State Common Retirement Fund The New York State Common Retirement Fund is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/08/nys-common-retirement-fund-reports-first-quarter-resultsDiNapoli: Number of New Yorkers Going Hungry Increases Despite Improving Economy
… according to a follow-up analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. A report released last … decreases in such costs in February and March 2024. State Budget Actions The enacted budget for State Fiscal Year 2024-25 draws on state and federal funding …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-number-new-yorkers-going-hungry-increases-despite-improving-economyDiNapoli: Priceline Commits to Improve Gender and Racial Diversity on its Board of Directors
… of experience and thought on their boards because it is an asset to business,” DiNapoli said. “Fresh ideas can … Retirement Fund The New York State Common Retirement Fund is the third largest public pension fund in the United States …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/dinapoli-priceline-commits-improve-gender-and-racial-diversity-its-board-directorsDiNapoli: State Budget Boosts Education Aid and Enacts Paid Family Leave but Falls Short on Ethics Reform and Transparency
… future spending will match future revenue.” The state Senate and the Assembly, respectively, estimate that spending …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/dinapoli-state-budget-boosts-education-aid-and-enacts-paid-family-leave-falls-short-ethics-reform-andState Ends 2015-16 Fiscal Year with Strong Cash Position Largely From Temporary Resources
… in PIT receipts as well as strong growth in real estate transfer and estate tax collections. While these collections … federal funds for health care spending associated with the Affordable Care Act. Spending was $1.4 billion lower than …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/state-ends-2015-16-fiscal-year-strong-cash-position-largely-temporary-resourcesDiNapoli: Problems Caused by Outdated System Left State's Unemployment Insurance Program Vulnerable to Fraud
… the completion of the audit. The audit examined the period from Jan. 2020 to March 2022. “The state Department of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-problems-caused-outdated-system-left-states-unemployment-insurance-program-vulnerable-fraudDiNapoli: NYC Emergency Management Failing to Ensure the City is Prepared for Disasters
… Ten years after Superstorm Sandy devastated the New York City metropolitan area, killing dozens of people and causing billions of dollars in damage, the city needs to be better prepared for another catastrophic … Ten years after Superstorm Sandy devastated the New York City metropolitan area killing dozens of people …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/dinapoli-nyc-emergency-management-failing-ensure-city-prepared-disastersState Agencies Bulletin No. 2060
… The purpose of this bulletin is to reconcile employee Social Security Numbers and names in the NYS payroll system (PayServ) with the Social Security Administration (SSA) system through … The purpose of this bulletin is to reconcile employee Social Security Numbers and names in the NYS payroll system …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2060-verification-employees-social-security-number-ssn-and-name-be-reportedComplaint Processing
… there was an outstanding request to the NYPD for body-worn camera footage. According to CCRB’s Investigative Manual, no … if there is an outstanding request for body-worn camera footage. In addition, we determined CCRB did not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/10/05/complaint-processingMaximizing Incentives for Individuals With Disabilities
… whether the Office of Mental Health (OMH) has ensured that State agencies and employment service providers are taking … adults (ages 21–64) with a disability in New York State. The employment rate of working-age adults with a … employment goals and reduce reliance on benefits. Six State agencies in addition to OMH, including the Department …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/08/30/maximizing-incentives-individuals-disabilitiesCitywide Payment Services and Standards – Controls Over Payments
… the New York City Department of Finance (DOF) Citywide Payments Services and Standards (CPSS) unit has controls in place to ensure that payments received by and processed on behalf of agencies are correctly matched with receivables … the New York City Department of Finance DOF Citywide Payments Services and Standards CPSS unit has controls in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/08/01/citywide-payment-services-and-standards-controls-over-paymentsDiNapoli: Federal Funding Uncertainty Jeopardizes Impact of Inflation Reduction Act for New Yorkers
… and nonprofits, preserving the IRA’s grant and tax credit programs should be a priority. If the programs are … funded through the IRA provide over $142 billion through federal programs managed by several U.S. agencies. New York … There are over 20 new or modified clean energy and clean vehicle tax credits available through the IRA. IRA tax …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-federal-funding-uncertainty-jeopardizes-impact-inflation-reduction-act-new-yorkersDiNapoli: State Must Improve Management of Medical Equipment Stockpile After Spending Millions During the COVID-19 Pandemic
… or create written procedures. Auditors determined limited action was taken to reduce the stockpile. DOH conducted some … Homeland Security and Emergency Services and the New York National Guard may have purchased, stored or transported DME, as well …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-state-must-improve-management-medical-equipment-stockpile-after-spending-millions-duringDiNapoli Releases Report on State Spending to Implement Raise the Age Law
… New York state has appropriated $1.71 billion through State Fiscal year (SFY) 2025 to help … RTA changed the age of criminal responsibility as an adult from 16- to 18-years-old. The law was phased in over … for RTA included $160 million for capital expenses and $1.55 billion in local aid. Of the $160 million in capital …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-releases-report-state-spending-implement-raise-age-lawMaternal Health
… of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity in New York State; and whether DOH is effectively monitoring related … (Work Group) to optimize postpartum care and for New York State to establish a maternal mortality review board (Board). … is required to review all maternal deaths in New York State to determine cause and preventability; report findings, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/07/30/maternal-healthDiNapoli: Unsafe Conditions, Questionable Spending Found at Affordable NYC Housing Complexes
… Here Unsafe conditions and over $1 million dollars in questionable spending at three affordable housing complexes show a need for greater oversight of the Mitchell-Lama program by the New York City Department of … infestations among other unsafe conditions at developments in Manhattan, Queens and on Staten Island. “Every New Yorker …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-unsafe-conditions-questionable-spending-found-affordable-nyc-housing-complexesFormer Avon Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing Federal Funds
… Trini E. Ross announced today that that Joseph Geer, 40, of Caledonia, NY, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. District Judge Elizabeth A. Wolford to theft of funds related to a federal program, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison, and a fine of $250,000. Assistant U.S. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/former-avon-police-chief-pleads-guilty-stealing-federal-funds