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State Contract and Payment Actions in March
… resolution of disputes. Cumulatively through March for calendar year 2020, the office has approved 4,527 contracts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/04/state-contract-and-payment-actions-marchState Contract and Payment Actions in August
… of the Hudson Line Positive Train Control System. Other Payment Rejections and Other Cost Recoveries OSC rejected tax … the state. Cumulatively through August for calendar year 2021, the Comptroller’s office has approved 11,062 contracts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/state-contract-and-payment-actions-augustTown of Alexander – Internal Controls Over Justice Court Operations (2013M-195)
… of Justice Hise’s records disclosed a $721 shortage in his account as of April 23, 2013. Also, Justice Hise did not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2013/10/04/town-alexander-internal-controls-over-justice-court-operations-2013m-195DiNapoli: Former Vernon Center Fire Department Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Over $300,000
… of the Vernon Center Fire Department was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $300,000 from the … of trust to divert money meant to protect his community for his own financial benefit,” DiNapoli said. “I thank … District Attorney Carville and the New York State Police for their partnership in this investigation.” “I want to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-former-vernon-center-fire-department-treasurer-arrested-stealing-over-300000Opinion 92-39
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion may no longer represent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-39DiNapoli: Former West Carthage Housing Authority Executive Director and Mother Arrested
… for their actions. The individuals charged in this case stole funds from unsuspecting citizens that relied on … back in court on March 28 th . The charges filed in this case are merely accusations and the defendants are presumed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/03/dinapoli-former-west-carthage-housing-authority-executive-director-and-mother-arrestedDiNapoli: Former Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $4,000 From Town of Lincoln
… As part of the plea agreement she paid full restitution in the amount of $3,869. “Ms. Becker abused her position by … her town and making them her own,” DiNapoli said. “Those in public service have a responsibility to act in taxpayers’ … New York State Police Acting Superintendent Steven G. James said, “Ms. Becker abused her position in a place of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-former-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-stealing-nearly-4000-town-lincolnOpinion 97-1
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was … establish a plan of workers' compensation self-insurance. Section 62 of that law provides that: Each plan shall have at … NYCHA , 201 Misc 24, 109 NYS2d 883; Public Housing Law, §§2, 3[2]; General Construction Law, §§65[a], 66[4]; 1988 Opns …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-1Jefferson Central School District – Procuring Services (2021M-42)
… services without public written disclosure of his interest in the contract with the District. Key Recommendations Seek … Ensure District officers or employees publicly disclose, in writing, any interests they have in contracts or agreements with the District. District …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2021/06/11/jefferson-central-school-district-procuring-services-2021m-42DiNapoli: Town of Alexander Clerk Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Nearly $3,000 of Taxpayer Funds
… Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at [email protected] , or by mailing a … NY 12236. Review prior cases at http://www.osc.state.ny.us/investigations . … New York State Comptroller Thomas P …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-town-alexander-clerk-arrested-allegedly-stealing-nearly-3000-taxpayer-fundsFormer Village of Candor Mayor Pleads Guilty to Stealing From the Village
… former Village of Candor Mayor Eric Halstead plead guilty to stealing $23,000 from the village. “Mr. Halstead betrayed … the people who elected him,” DiNapoli said. “His theft of public funds is contemptible and undermines public faith in … by emailing a complaint to investigations@osc.ny.gov or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/former-village-candor-mayor-pleads-guilty-stealing-villageFormer President of Briarcliff Manor Fire Department Pleads Guilty to Embezzling More Than $120,000
… in Briarcliff Manor, New York (BMFD), pled guilty to embezzlement of more than $120,000 from the BMFD. GARCIA … said: "Mr. Garcia has admitted brazenly writing checks to himself for $122,000 from the Briarcliff Manor Fire Department. Thanks to my ongoing partnership with United States Attorney …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/former-president-briarcliff-manor-fire-department-pleads-guilty-embezzling-more-120000DiNapoli: Many Homeless Shelters in Poor Condition
… and cooperation among these various entities to increase oversight of these facilities. Similarly, some areas …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-many-homeless-shelters-poor-conditionDiNapoli: Village of Candor Mayor Arrested for Allegedly Stealing From the Village
… Martin and the New York State Police for their partnership in ensuring justice will be served.” New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James said , “This arrest should serve as a reminder that … who prey on the unsuspecting public for their own gain.” In March 2023, the Village of Candor hired an outside …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-village-candor-mayor-arrested-allegedly-stealing-villageDiNapoli: Former Utica School District Superintendent Sentenced for Public Corruption, Must Pay Over $160K to District
… to pay UCSD $150,000 by May 17, representing a reduction in his pension earnings from the date of his crime until his … and the New York State Police for their assistance in ensuring justice was served.” District Attorney Carville … matter.” New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James said, “Mr. Karam deliberately embezzled funds intended …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-former-utica-school-district-superintendent-sentenced-public-corruption-must-pay-over-160kFormer Treasurer of Patterson Volunteer Fire Department Pleads Guilty To Fraud and Tax Charges Arising From His Embezzlement of More Than $1.1 Million
… Preet Bharara, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Shantelle P. Kitchen, the Special Agent in Charge of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/former-treasurer-patterson-volunteer-fire-department-pleads-guilty-fraud-and-tax-charges-arising-hisOpinion 89-13
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. PUBLIC CONTRACTS -- Contracts Not Requiring … State at an auction pursuant to the exception contained in General Municipal Law, §103(6). However, this exception … 1, 1953, all purchase contracts involving an expenditure in excess of the monetary threshold fixed in section 103(1) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-13Westchester Attorney Indicted for Fraud and False Statement Charges Arising From His Attempt to Embezzle From a Decedent's Estate for Which He Was Court-Appointed Administrator
… of the New York Office of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service ("USPIS") announced that a federal grand jury in … taking office in 2007, DiNapoli has committed to fighting public corruption and encourages the public to help fight … the toll-free Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at [email protected] , or by mailing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/westchester-attorney-indicted-fraud-and-false-statement-charges-arising-his-attempt-embezzleNYS 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
… were uncovered, and she has been brought to justice. This case should send a clear message that those who dishonor … Superintendent Steven G. James said. “The victims in this case are the people of New York who put their trust in this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-steuben-county-district-attorney-baker-and-nys-police-former-addisonOpinion 89-56
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … reports such a charge, a cash payment equal to one-half of the amount billed. You inquire whether this proposed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-56