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DiNapoli: Former Hoosick Falls Police Chief Charged With Stealing From Rescue Squad
… was arrested today for allegedly using rescue squad funds to purchase over a thousand dollars in tires for his personal … "Those entrusted with enforcing the law must be held to the highest standards and will be held accountable for any … allegedly abused his position of trust at the rescue squad to financially benefit himself. I thank District Attorney …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/11/dinapoli-former-hoosick-falls-police-chief-charged-stealing-rescue-squadOpinion 89-45
… LAWS -- Compensation (fixed amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) … Board of Appeals (paying fixed amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) … -- Compensation (fixed amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) TOWN …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-45DiNapoli: Better Monitoring of "Leandra’s Law" Enforcement Needed
… compliance with state regulations in six counties – Cortland, Erie, Montgomery, Otsego, Suffolk and Wayne. … of those cases (79 percent) were either not reported (Cortland, Erie, Montgomery, Otsego and Suffolk counties) or not reported in a timely manner (Cortland, Suffolk and Wayne). For example, auditors found …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-better-monitoring-leandras-law-enforcement-neededDiNapoli: Former Hannibal Fire Chief and Father Arrested
… State Police today announced the arrest of former Hannibal Fire Chief Chris Emmons for allegedly stealing $18,000, and … a volunteer firefighter, for stealing over $2,500 from the fire company. “The Emmonses allegedly diverted money meant to … NYS Police today announced the arrest of former Hannibal Fire Chief Chris Emmons for allegedly stealing $18000 and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-former-hannibal-fire-chief-and-father-arrestedDiNapoli: Former Town of Marion Court Clerk Charged With Pocketing Court Fines and Fees
… of Eileen Steurrys, the former part time court clerk for the Town of Marion, for the alleged theft of $59,293 in court fines, fees and … thanks to District Attorney Calarco and the State Police for helping my office fight public corruption.” New York … arrest of Eileen Steurrys the former part time court clerk for the Town of Marion for the alleged theft of $59293 in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-former-town-marion-court-clerk-charged-pocketing-court-fines-and-feesXI.18.C Consultant Disclosure – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… by state agencies during the previous fiscal year. OSC is required to include in the Consulting Services Report the … Form A into new solicitations for consulting services. It is important to note that regardless of a contract's payment … report the required data. Submission of a completed Form A is required for OSC approval of new contracts for consulting …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi18c-consultant-disclosureXIX.4 Suballocations – XIX. Project Costing (PCIP)
… the definition of a project, then there is no need for a new Project ID- the sub allocated work should be performed … federal grant source, then there is no need for a new Activity ID - the sub-allocated work should be performed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xix/xix4-suballocationsXV.13 Federal Funds – Payments – XV. End of Year
… In order for the State to be reimbursed for payments made from federal funds by the end of the fiscal … In order for the State to be reimbursed for payments made from federal funds by the end of the fiscal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xv/xv13-federal-funds-paymentsComplaint Processing
… Objective To determine if the New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) has an appropriate and … cases. Furthermore, CCRB did not always follow its own complaint processing policies and procedures. For example, CCRB truncated a sampled complaint while there was an outstanding request to the NYPD …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/10/05/complaint-processingTechnology Transfer Program and Royalty Payments
… 2019. About the Program The Research Foundation’s mission is to provide talent, services, and technology that empower … products and services that benefit society. When IP is licensed and begins generating revenue, the Research Foundation is entitled to receive royalty payments based on executed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/17/technology-transfer-program-and-royalty-paymentsTown of Bethlehem – Information Technology (2025M-25)
… has a Senior Network and Systems Technician, who is responsible for setting up the police systems. The MIS Department is responsible for managing the network and computers for the … the Police Department. Additionally, the MIS Department is responsible for the Town’s servers, firewall and all IT …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2025/06/13/town-bethlehem-information-technology-2025m-25DiNapoli: NYC Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Balanced, but Out Year Gaps Continue to Grow
… and procurement savings. Similar monitoring of expenses is also needed to ensure underbudgeted items do not offset … to require over $1.5 billion in recurring spending that is not yet budgeted for. Planned spending for asylum seekers is projected at $4.7 billion in FY 2024 and $6.1 billion in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-nyc-fiscal-year-2024-budget-balanced-out-year-gaps-continue-growDiNapoli: State Clean Energy Fund Makes Progress on Developing Solar Capacity, But Energy Efficiency Lags
… Authority (NYSERDA) and aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, create a more affordable and resilient energy … bills. Ratepayers are expected to contribute nearly $7.5 billion from 2016-2032. CEF program areas that receive … goal for total efficiency savings, 46% of its 2025 natural gas efficiency goals and 33% of electric efficiency goals. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-state-clean-energy-fund-makes-progress-developing-solar-capacity-energy-efficiency-lagsDiNapoli: SED Oversight of Career Training Programs Falling Short
… numerous ways in which the State Education Department is falling short. We need to do better for our students.” … teachers with industry experience to instruct CTE programs is impeded by a prolonged certification application process, … are not developed using a centralized approach. There is no single CTE curriculum for comparable programs at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/12/dinapoli-sed-oversight-career-training-programs-falling-shortDiNapoli: State's Fiscal Picture Has Improved, but Impact of Pandemic Revenue Losses Will Linger
… a standstill,” DiNapoli said. “There are signs our economy is rebounding and the federal government will soon provide … New Yorkers and devastated communities. But this recovery is fragile, and I urge state leaders to consider the … Federal Aid While additional federal aid for states is being debated by Congress, New York is receiving at least …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-states-fiscal-picture-has-improved-impact-pandemic-revenue-losses-will-lingerComptroller's NYS Common Retirement Fund Responsibilities
… reach the Comptroller for final approval. Participate on advisory committees that meet periodically throughout the … some committees also have a financial disclosure policy . Advisory Council for the Retirement System Investment Advisory Committee Real Estate Advisory Committee Actuarial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund/responsibilitiesOverview of Governmental Accounting
This session will familiarize local officials with the accounting process for municipalities and some of the unique elements of governmental accounting. It will include an overview of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the Uniform Accounting System, measurement focus and encumbrances.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/overview-governmental-accounting-022824.pdfVirtual Currency Licensing (2022-S-18)
To determine whether the Department of Financial Services (DFS) provides adequate oversight of the applications for, and the supervision and examination of, virtual currency licensees to ensure compliance with New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) Title 23, Part 200.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2024-22s18.pdfProperty Tax Cap Reporting - School Districts
This session will provide an overview of the Property Tax Cap Program for School Districts. Presenters will discuss the Property Tax Cap Legislation, highlight some common reporting errors, and review reporting requirements. We will also demonstrate the online reporting system.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/tax-cap-school-districts-2-9-23.pdfReport on the State Fiscal Year 2025-26 Executive Budget
The Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 has been released at a time of great uncertainty. Federal funding is the State’s largest source of revenue, and is estimated by the Division of Budget to total $93.1 billion in State Fiscal Year 2025-26.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/budget/pdf/executive-budget-report-2025-26.pdf