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Opinion 90-27
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … Law, §189-a[2][c]). Section 189-a(2)(c) does not expressly state that separate referenda are to be held in the village … section 189-e provides that where there is an even number of commissioners, village residents may not constitute …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-27Claims on Behalf of Another Person
… You can submit a claim on behalf of another person if you are the owner's: parent, custodian, … and Publications Glossary Required Documentation Taxes and Interest Tips to Help You Keep Your Money What to Expect from …
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https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/claimants/search-tipsClaims for Individuals
… You can submit claims for individuals online or by mail. Search … know if your claim was successful or not. By Mail If you can't submit your claim online – or choose not to – follow …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/claimants/claims-individualsClaims for Deceased Owners and Estates
… belonging to a deceased owner, you need to provide: proof of ownership of the funds by the deceased individual, proof of your entitlement to claim those funds, and a copy of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/claimants/claims-deceased-owners-and-estatesCompliance With the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act
… 16, 2014. Background The Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE Act) was enacted in July 2000 to address the need to provide a safe learning environment for New York’s students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. To comply with the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/01/13/compliance-safe-schools-against-violence-education-actDiNapoli Seeks Stronger Federal Safety Measures for Oil Trains to Protect New Yorkers
… public health and the environment by providing quick access to funds to clean up petroleum spills without having …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-seeks-stronger-federal-safety-measures-oil-trains-protect-new-yorkersNYS Comptroller DiNapoli, Steuben County District Attorney Baker, and NYS Police: Former Addison Official to Be Sentenced to Prison and Will Forfeit State Pension After Million Dollar Public Corruption Conviction
… anyone else who might consider such crimes about the high price that will be paid. I want to thank the New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-steuben-county-district-attorney-baker-and-nys-police-former-addisonDiNapoli: Tax Collector Faked Her Personal Tax Payments
… and investigation by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli’s led to the arrest today of DePeyster Town Clerk and Tax … Attorney Mary Rain and the St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office for their hard work and partnership with my staff to … the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-tax-collector-faked-her-personal-tax-paymentsXII.6.L Replenishing an Advance Account – XII. Expenditures
… to process vouchers to replenish a Business Unit’s advance account. Process and Transaction Preparation: Create a … using the Special Use Vendor ID assigned to the Advance Account. This Vendor ID starts with “041.” To find the Vendor ID for a specific account, use the “Find an Existing Value” function in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xii/xii6l-replenishing-advance-accountContractors or Consultants – Membership and Enrollment
… The majority of people who work for and provide services to the State or … relationship exists. Sections 315.2 and 315.3 of regulations , which were effective on April 1, 2008, … is an employee rather than an independent contractor. Some of these factors include: The employer controls, supervises …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/contractors-or-consultantsOversight of Hazardous Materials and Waste (Follow-Up)
… Objective To assess the extent of implementation of the three recommendations included in … initial audit report, Oversight of Hazardous Materials and Waste ( 2017-S-51 ). About the Program Our initial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/30/oversight-hazardous-materials-and-waste-followOpinion 88-42
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … issues discussed in the opinion. SALES TAX -- Distribution of (adjustment by county of erroneous payments to other …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-42DiNapoli: State Pension Fund Calls on Companies to Address Climate Risk, Transition to Cleaner Operations
… new energy efficiency measures and increase their use of renewable energy, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, trustee of the Fund, announced today. In response to the agreements, … opportunities for the Fund’s investments. As part of his comprehensive Climate Action Plan to protect …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-calls-companies-address-climate-risk-transition-cleaner-operationsDiNapoli: Hate Crimes Surged in New York Over the Last Five Years
… the value of New York’s diversity.” A hate crime is an offense that is motivated by a perception or belief about the … nearly half of all hate crime reports carried an assault charge compared to 39% in 2018. 2023 data for areas outside … and property) in New York City in 2023. The most common offense in New York City in 2023 was aggravated harassment in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-hate-crimes-surged-new-york-over-last-five-yearsOpinion 92-25
… commissioner, who is not a member of the fire department, to ride on fire vehicles during emergency calls, so long as … chief or assistant chief, however, would have discretion to determine whether the commissioner's presence in any … assume command, or attempted to instruct the fire chief on how to fight a fire (see Memoranda to the Governor by the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-25DiNapoli: Syracuse City School District Teacher Pleads Guilty in Time Theft Scheme
… that Jason Cecile of the Syracuse City School District’s (SCSD) After-School Twilight Program pleaded guilty to … the coordinated efforts of the New York State Comptroller’s Office and the Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office. … the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-syracuse-city-school-district-teacher-pleads-guilty-time-theft-schemeDiNapoli: Former Beekman Tax Collector Sentenced for Theft of Over $86,000
… that Jennifer Colucci, a former tax collector for the town of Beekman, was sentenced to pay full restitution of $88,821.40, five years’ probation, community service, and … service. “Public corruption does damage beyond the theft of money because it corrodes the public’s trust in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-former-beekman-tax-collector-sentenced-theft-over-86000Opinion 97-26
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-26DiNapoli: State Tax Collections Continue to Exceed Projections
… billion from April through June, the first three months of the 2021-22 State Fiscal Year, according to the monthly … “The state is rebounding from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic,” DiNapoli said. “Strong tax collections, coupled with an unprecedented infusion of federal aid, give the state an opportunity to improve its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/07/dinapoli-state-tax-collections-continue-exceed-projections