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DiNapoli: Farms Generated $5.7 Billion for New York Economy

… make sure that agriculture can thrive in the Empire State for generations to come.” The state boasted more than 33,400 … from 2012 to 2017. New York ranks as a national leader for a variety of agricultural commodities. Milk is the state’s largest commodity, ranking third for sales nationwide in 2017, with sales of over $2.5 …

Medicaid Program – Medicaid Overpayments for Medicare Advantage Plan Services

… of Health overpaid health care providers’ Medicaid claims for services also covered by Medicare Advantage plans. The … plans (Plans) also offer supplemental insurance benefits for services that are not covered by original Medicare (e.g., … dental services). Plans reimburse health care providers for services provided to enrollees. Generally, Medicaid is …

Alternatives For Children – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual

… special education services through rates set by SED. The reimbursement rates are based on financial information, … reports to SED on the annual CFR. To be eligible for reimbursement, reported costs must comply with RCM … on Alternatives’ CFRs and to Alternatives’ tuition reimbursement rates. Remind Alternatives officials of the …

State Medicaid Bought Erectile Dysfunction Drugs for Sex Offenders

… and erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs and treatments for 47 sex offenders, according to an audit released today by State … for ED drugs and treatments for recipients, including sex offenders, that are barred under Medicaid. “There are … it comes to erectile dysfunction drugs. And paying for sex offenders who’ve committed terrible crimes to get these …

DiNapoli: Tax Cap Remains at Two Percent for 2020

… with fiscal years that close on Dec. 31 will be capped at 2 percent for the 2020 fiscal year, according to State … fiscal year ending on Dec. 31 had their levy growth capped at less than 2 percent. For a list of allowable levy growth … Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal spending, the state's …

State Comptroller DiNapoli: Costs Will Climb for Municipal Landfills

… said DiNapoli. "Before landfills begin to reach capacity, it is critical that local governments plan for future costs … $34 million for the town of Brookhaven (Suffolk County). It also includes costs totaling $110 million, ranging from … county about renegotiating its agreement in light of the drop in recyclable commodity prices. To assist municipalities …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for June 2014

… to provide current information about the number and types of contracts and payments entered into by the state. This … for June 2014: Major Contracts Approved Governor’s Office of Employee Relations $70 million contract with United … a collective bargaining agreement with the state. Office of General Services $62.9 million contract with the Albany …

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DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for January 2015

… Services Corp. and EOS CCA). Major Payments Approved Tax Refunds $114.1 million for 34,000 personal income tax refunds. $173.6 million for 15,000 corporate and other … of Temporary and Disability Assistance $26 million in federal Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) benefits to …

State Comptroller DiNapoli Launches Academy for Local Government Officials

… become more effective in the day-to-day operations of their government. The Academy, operated by the Comptroller’s Division of Local Government and School Accountability, increases the … for local officials to get the professional training they need and deserve.” The Academy provides in-person and online …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for November

… or other improprieties. Cumulatively through November for calendar year 2016, DiNapoli’s office has approved 17,541 … and nearly 36,000 payments valued at nearly $76 million for a variety of reasons. As the state’s chief financial … monthly notice to provide current information about the number and types of contracts and payments processed by the …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for November 2014

… valued at more than $3.9 million due to fraud, waste or other improprieties. As the state’s chief financial …

Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys - Payroll (2018M-139)

… Determine whether internal controls were in place to ensure that employee compensation was accurate, supported … officials effectively designed and implemented procedures to ensure that compensation payments were accurate, and … We reviewed the gross pay calculations of these employees to determine whether salaries and pay rates were authorized, …

DiNapoli: Fire Department Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds

… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the … his position and went on a spending spree with public money,” said DiNapoli. “It is alarming that my office … by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.state.ny.us , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the …

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DiNapoli: Fiscal Stress May be Looming for Glens Falls

… city of Glens Falls’ financial condition has declined due to burdensome debt costs, the subsidization of a downtown … civic center and expenses that outpace revenues, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … “The city’s financial struggles are making it harder to maintain needed services, avoid tax increases and keep the …

DiNapoli: Special Education Contractor Convicted for $2 Million Fraud

… to 24 months incarceration and ordered to pay $2,151,318 in restitution and forfeit another $1,924,318.  “Cheon Park … bring Park to justice and recover stolen taxpayer money.”  In July 2012, DiNapoli’s office issued an audit of Bilingual … County District Attorney’s Office for their collaboration in this investigation.  DiNapoli has identified fraud and …

DiNapoli Announces State Contract & Payment Actions for January 2014

… today his office reviewed 2,126 contracts valued at $13.9 billion and approved more than 1.5 million payments worth more than $10 billion in January 2014. His office also rejected 191 contract …

Overpayments for Services Also Covered by Medicare Part B (Follow-Up)

… two recommendations made in our audit report, Overpayments for Services Also Covered by Medicare Part B (Report … Part B, which provides supplementary medical insurance for a broad range of outpatient medical services, physicians’ fees, and medical supplies. For individuals enrolled in both Medicaid and Medicare, …

Pension Contribution Rates to Decrease for Fiscal Year 2015-16

… will decrease by about nine percent from 20.1 percent of payroll to 18.2 percent of payroll. The average contribution rate for the Police and … can be found  here . The actuary for NYSLRS recommended a change in the mortality improvement assumption from Society …