Search
DiNapoli: Two Western NY BOCES Holding Millions in Surplus Funds
… The Cattaraugus-Allegany-Erie-Wyoming and Orleans/Niagara … Educational Services (BOCES) withheld millions of dollars in surplus funds that should have been refunded to local school districts, according to separate audits … The CattaraugusAlleganyErieWyoming and OrleansNiagara Boards …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-two-western-ny-boces-holding-millions-surplus-fundsDiNapoli Audit: Next In Line For Mitchell-Lama Apartments Were Skipped
… fairly,” DiNapoli said. “No one should wait years for an apartment only to be passed over without explanation. Greater … the manager but never responded. One applicant for a three-bedroom unit at Washington Square was noted to have failed to … An applicant farther down the list was awarded a three-bedroom apartment instead. Apartments Listed on Airbnb …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-audit-next-line-mitchell-lama-apartments-were-skippedDiNapoli Highlights Investment in Rochester Region Through State Pension Fund
… including energy, electronics and medical sectors as well as general industrial manufacturers. The company has more than 80 employees at its headquarters in the … instruments. About Ambrell Ambrell is a leading manufacturer of induction heating systems, with 10,000 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/dinapoli-highlights-investment-rochester-region-through-state-pension-fundDiNapoli: NYS Pension Fund Announces $400 Million in Sustainable Investments
… renewable assets including onshore and offshore wind and solar, as well as climate infrastructure assets that support … will target investments in renewable power assets such as solar and wind. Background on Climate Investment Actions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/04/dinapoli-nys-pension-fund-announces-400-million-sustainable-investmentsDiNapoli: $90,000 in Full Restitution Paid for Rental Assistance Theft
… office and the State Police. Mahtani and Melwani bought a condo in Brooklyn for $1.6 million in 2018. In February 2021, … falsely claiming that Melwani was Mahtani’s tenant in the condo and that he owed his sister back rent for a period of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/04/dinapoli-90000-full-restitution-paid-rental-assistance-theftDiNapoli: $246,900 Average Bonus on Wall Street, Up 6% in 2025
… estimates 1 in 13 jobs in the city is either directly or indirectly associated with the securities industry. The … located outside of New York City, whether in domestic or international locations, are not included. The State … cashed in. The estimate does not include stock options or other forms of deferred compensation for which taxes have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/03/dinapoli-246900-average-bonus-on-wall-street-up-6-percent-in-2025DiNapoli Report Analyzes Increases in NYC's Unsheltered Population and Spending
… In a report released today , State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli … continued to rise from 3,588 in FY 2019 to 4,504 in FY 2025. The city’s Department of Homeless Services (DHS) Street … low-barrier census has increased by 484 people, or 18% (annual data begins in FY 2021). Measuring Outcomes DHS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/03/dinapoli-report-analyzes-increases-nycs-unsheltered-population-and-spendingDiNapoli 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 … in Queens and one of ten in Manhattan. In Staten Island’s North Shore, 28% of households have no broadband access, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-report-examines-broadband-availability-access-and-affordability-nycDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 2.2% in Second Quarter
… government sales tax collections totaled $5.83 billion in the second calendar quarter (April-June) of 2024, an … all other regions of the state also saw increases. “Growth in local sales tax collections has moderated, as both … to local sales tax growth, and its moderate increase in collections reflects in part a tourism industry that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-22-second-quarterDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.4% in Third Quarter
… Local government sales tax collections totaled $5.98 billion in the third … including New York City, saw collections rise. “Local sales tax collections are growing more slowly than they were … officials should temper their expectations for future sales tax revenues.” Local sales tax collections this past …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-up-1-point-4-percent-third-quarterDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.6% in First Quarter
… sales tax collections totaled $5.6 billion in the first calendar quarter (January-March) of 2024, an increase … quarter last year, the lowest rate of growth since the first quarter in 2021, according to a report released today … for the quarter. “Local sales tax collections in the first quarter showed modest year-over-year growth, led by New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-16-first-quarterDiNapoli Announces Victory in Shareholder Rights Lawsuit Against BJ's Wholesale
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Trustee of the New York State Common Retirement Fund, … shareholder rights and reduce corporate transparency. As trustee of the New York State Common Retirement Fund, I will … assessment of risks of deforestation associated with BJ’s private label brands.” After BJ’s moved to unilaterally …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/04/dinapoli-announces-victory-shareholder-rights-lawsuit-against-bjs-wholesaleDiNapoli: Fast-Track Payment Program Returns $48 Million in Unclaimed Funds
… at which the State Comptroller’s office can return certain unclaimed funds, while ensuring such funds go to their rightful and … $229. DiNapoli now returns on average over $2 million in unclaimed funds each day. Unclaimed funds are turned over to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/04/dinapoli-fast-track-payment-program-returns-48-million-unclaimed-fundsDiNapoli: State Tax Receipts Higher Than Projections in First Quarter
… employment and economic growth may present a challenge in the coming months, along with the potential impact of … were nearly $3 billion higher than the same period in SFY 2024-25, reflecting, in part, the 24.9% increase in collections from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-state-tax-receipts-higher-projections-first-quarterDiNapoli: Extreme Weather and Disaster Response Costs Rise in NY
… Thomas P. DiNapoli found the frequency of severe weather in the state is growing, taking a toll on New York’s … and leave states and communities vulnerable to extreme weather and flooding. Since 1998, federal assistance to New … annual amounts are variable based on the severity of weather events, the aid provided captures only a portion of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-extreme-weather-and-disaster-response-costs-rise-nyIX.4 Establish & Maintain Federal Grants in SFS for Onboarding Agencies – IX. Federal Grants
… a federal agency awards a grant to NYS, they issue a Grant Award Document or Notice (GAD), or similar document, to the … information that must be entered into the SFS. The grant award document is not required to be submitted to OSC BSAO … Grant: Federal Grant Request Guide Agency Walk-Through.pdf . In SFS Coach, see Training Material, “ JAA-GCC101-029 ” …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix4-establish-maintain-federal-grants-sfs-onboarding-agenciesNew Yorkers in Need: Food Insecurity and Nutritional Assistance Programs
… of living at or near the federal poverty level, resulting in painful choices related to basic needs such as shelter, … and philanthropic efforts have contributed to improvements in the rate of food insecurity. Reflecting improving economic … (SNAP) and other efforts, the rate of food insecurity in New York declined by over 16 percent between 2008-2010 and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorkers-need-food-insecurity-and-nutritional-assistance-programsDiNapoli: Business Tax Receipts Drive Higher Collections in First Quarter
… through the first quarter of State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2027, $2.4 billion higher than Division of the Budget (DOB) estimated in the SFY 2027 Enacted Budget Financial Plan. State tax collections … policies have contributed to higher inflation, financial market volatility, and slowing employment growth.” Personal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/07/dinapoli-business-tax-receipts-drive-higher-collections-first-quarterHomelessness Falls Statewide, But Rises in Many New York Regions
… The most recent data were released at the end of May 2026 based on a count conducted in January 2025. After … The most recent data were released at the end of May 2026 based on a count conducted in January 2025 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/homelessness-falls-statewide-rises-many-new-york-regionsComptroller DiNapoli And A.G. Schneiderman Announce Sentencing of New Jersey Woman in Theft of More Than $162,000 in New York State Pension Benefits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli and Attorney … theft of more than $162,000 in pension benefits from the New York State and Local Employees Retirement System. Linda … spread across two states and included her theft from the New York State Pension System," said State Comptroller Thomas …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-sentencing-new-jersey-woman-theft-more-162000-new