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Opinion 92-13
… local law increasing the term of an elective office, which is approved at a general election may be made applicable to a … and the title could be said to apprise the reader of what may reasonably be expected to be found in the statute. … to mean that the title must apprise the reader of what may reasonably be expected to be found in such law ( …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-13Opinion 2001-13
… People v Grant , 306 NY 258, 260). Further, when there is a general delegation of power to political subdivisions … NY Const, article IX, §2). A town's home rule power is also limited by the doctrine of pre-emption. When the … regulation, a local law regulating the same subject matter is considered inconsistent and will not be given effect (see, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2001-13Pension Payment Options
… you have up to 30 days after your disability application is approved or up to 30 days after your retirement date, whichever is later, to change it. (Return to Top) Pension Payment … in one lump sum payment. The initial value refers to what your pension benefit was valued at when you first …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/pension-payment-optionsOversight of Direct Placement of Children
… the State’s child welfare system, and its Central Office is responsible for supervising and coordinating child welfare … of a child in foster care. One alternative to foster care is direct placement, where a child is placed in the direct custody of a relative or suitable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/03/02/oversight-direct-placement-childrenState Agencies Bulletin No. 1366
… are not withheld during periods when the employee is receiving payments while on a workers’ compensation leave. … Compensation Once an agency places an employee who is enrolled in the NYS Deferred Compensation Program (NYSDCP) … codes PLA/WCF (Workers Comp Full) whenever an employee is absent from work on an approved workers’ compensation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/1366-new-payserv-actionreason-codes-and-procedures-reporting-workersUnified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-76
… rate, or prorated share of statutory salary, whichever is applicable. As a result of this change, effective January … the statutory salary by 366 days (calendar year 2004 is a leap year). Prior to the implementation of this change, … at any time between March 27, 2003 and December 31, 2003 is due an adjustment of earnings calculated as defined below. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-76-2003-factor-change-adjustment-payment-judgesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… (SUS) to provide homeless outreach services. SUS is responsible for performing outreach services by carrying … a process in place to verify data. Auditors found that SUS is failing to assist homeless people to the extent possible … With the Reimbursable Cost Manual (2017-S-82) NYSARC is a New York City-based not-for-profit organization …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli Report Examines Broadband Availability, Access and Affordability in NYC
… and with access using cellular data plans only (20.3%). Brooklyn had the second highest share of households without broadband internet (27.3%). The Bronx and Brooklyn faced the highest average price for monthly … new connections, especially in the South Bronx and Brooklyn during the height of the pandemic. The 2021 to 2023 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-report-examines-broadband-availability-access-and-affordability-nycDiNapoli & NYC Make it Easier to Save for College
… the minimum contribution to 529 college savings accounts is a huge step forward in making a college education more … education at a time when the cost of college is at an all-time high." Jon Gray, co-founder with Mindy Gray … disclosure booklet here or go to: http://cdn.unite529.com/jcdn/files/NYD/pdfs/DisclosureBooklet.pdf Ascensus Broker …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-nyc-make-it-easier-save-collegeDiNapoli Releases Analysis of Enacted State Budget
… proposal. The largest change from the Executive proposal is a $398.5 million increase in borrowing authority for SAM. … more than $500 million in annual revenue by eliminating what would have been an automatic boost in the state's child … employment compensation expense tax (or payroll tax) that is intended for employers to use to help employees offset …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapoli-releases-analysis-enacted-state-budgetDiNapoli: Convicted Drunk Drivers Not Installing Court-Ordered Ignition Locks
… While efforts were made to strengthen Leandra’s Law, it is still too easy to circumvent the law. City officials must … more senseless accidents and tragedies, but clearly there is work to be done statewide.” In New York state, a person convicted of DWI is subject to a range of sanctions, including license …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/10/dinapoli-convicted-drunk-drivers-not-installing-court-ordered-ignition-locksDiNapoli: Technology Changing How Local Governments Serve Residents
… but must be vigilant against cyberattacks. Schenectady is deploying technology to cut lighting expenses and provide … destination,” Santabarbara said. “Smart city technology is the next step in making Schenectady an even stronger city, … as well as streamline parking administration. Schenectady is working with National Grid on a demonstration project to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/09/dinapoli-technology-changing-how-local-governments-serve-residentsOpinion 97-21
… pursuant to section 30 of the General Municipal Law. This is in response to your inquiry concerning the filing of … Laws of 1950, which became effective April 1, 1950. There is nothing in the language of section 263 or in the … 34 of the General Construction Law. Consequently, it is our opinion that section 263 of the Education Law relieves …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-21DiNapoli Audit Finds Lapses in Treatment Under Kendra's Law
… or others,” DiNapoli said. “In many instances, the program is working, but when there are lapses, the consequences can … whose treatment history meets a set of criteria. The law is named for Kendra Webdale, who was killed when she was … determine if AOT criteria are met and a petition for AOT is warranted, but a timeframe for this review is undefined. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-audit-finds-lapses-treatment-under-kendras-lawInventory Controls
… Technology Services (ITS) was created in 2012 and is the lead agency for State IT services and technology … technical equipment for State employees. Additionally, ITS is responsible for maintaining an accurate inventory of all … all workstations and other hardware assets for which it is responsible. We found significant weaknesses related to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/02/14/inventory-controlsDiNapoli: Improved Planning Needed for New York To Achieve Its Clean Energy Goals
… by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2040. “New York is moving in the right direction to transition to renewable … of progress and timely assessment of risks by PSC is needed to achieve our ambitious clean energy goals,” … price once the contract expires. Additionally, there is no guarantee these facilities will then sell the renewable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-improved-planning-needed-new-york-achieve-its-clean-energy-goalsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Home Program, implemented in New York in January 2012, is an optional benefit under the Medicaid State Plan that … Health (DOH) administers New York’s Medicaid program and is responsible for overseeing the program and ensuring Health … (2025-S-25) The Natural Heritage Trust’s (NHT) mission is to receive and administer gifts, grants, devises, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/02/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: Audit Finds NYC Needs to Improve Income Verification and Enforcement at Mitchell-Lama Housing
… modest monthly surcharge as their only penalty, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller … Preservation and Development (HPD) has not done enough to verify that residents are reporting their true income and … housing in New York demands that subsidized apartments go to the families who need them,” DiNapoli said. “In some …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-audit-finds-nyc-needs-improve-income-verification-and-enforcement-mitchell-lama-housingDiNapoli Releases Analysis of Executive Budget
… today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "It is a high-pressure year for the state budget. Decisions made … of the budget. Under one proposal, the budget director is empowered to reduce certain spending by up to 3 percent if … notes that All Funds spending in the coming fiscal year is projected at $168.2 billion, with more than one in every …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-releases-analysis-executive-budgetWestchester 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
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Geoffrey S. Berman, the … by using a fictitious company," said New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Thanks to my ongoing … for a fee for estate administrators like PARISI based on a percentage of the value of the estate's assets. A …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/westchester-attorney-indicted-fraud-and-false-statement-charges-arising-his-attempt-embezzle