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DiNapoli: January Tax Collections Fall Short
… “With two months left in the state’s fiscal year, this is a trend to watch closely.” State tax receipts in January … projections made last April. The Division of the Budget is expected to issue a revised Financial Plan with updated … General Fund and All Governmental Funds. The General Fund is the major operating fund of the state. All Governmental …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-january-tax-collections-fall-shortDiNapoli: Fewer School Districts Overriding Tax Cap
… number of school districts overriding New York’s property tax cap declined by more than half over the past three fiscal … districts were twice as likely to override the tax cap compared to high-need districts. “Local school … Overall, 6.5 percent of districts exceeded the tax cap in 2012-13 (44 districts), 4.7 percent (32) in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-fewer-school-districts-overriding-tax-capComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced … District , Margaretville Central School District , Newburgh Preparatory Charter High School , Trumansburg … almost $2 million (131 percent) over a five-year period. Newburgh Preparatory Charter High School – Board Oversight …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsAkron Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing FEMA Grant Funding Intended for Education Expenses
… $250,000 fine. Assistant U.S. Attorney John D. Fabian, who is handling the case, stated that on January 12, 2015, the … children," stated U.S. Attorney Kennedy. "The SAFER grant is designed to allow individuals to serve the public as … Security (DHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG), is pleased by the assistance of the New York State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/07/akron-man-pleads-guilty-stealing-fema-grant-funding-intended-education-expensesOpinion 89-55
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. POLICE AND POLICE PROTECTION -- Police Chief … Town boards are also authorized to determine, in accordance with applicable civil service and other … (Town Law, §150[2]). There is no similar authority in the Town Law, however, to confer upon the chief of police …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-55Opinion 88-72
… of a town sewer district within the county district. This is in reply to your inquiry regarding the formation of a town … sewer district. You indicate that a portion of the town is within the boundaries of a county sewer district. You … with facilities in a nearby city. You ask whether it is permissible for the town to establish a sewer district …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-72Opinion 92-53
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. [Edited for Publication] SALES TAX -- Distribution of (necessity of … the common council is authorized to negotiate an agreement for the allocation of county sales tax to the city, subject …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-53DiNapoli: Rochester Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing Deceased Mother’s Pension Payments and Pays Full Restitution of Nearly $13,000
… the state pension system,” DiNapoli said. “Now, through my partnership with law enforcement, she has been held … for her actions and must repay the money she stole. My thanks to D.A. Green and the New York State Police for … is committed to seeking justice and accountability for all who commit economic crimes against the residents of New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/dinapoli-rochester-woman-pleads-guilty-stealing-deceased-mothers-pension-payments-and-pays-fullSecurity Self-Assessment – Information Technology Governance
… evaluating the answers. For example, one of the questions is, “Were all computer users provided IT security training?” The question is followed by a prompt to record the date(s) of training and … For example, if an up-to-date list of computer hardware is maintained, you could obtain a copy of the inventory …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-governance/security-self-assessmentXI.6.B Quick Contracting – Construction – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… To participate in the Office of the State Comptroller’s (OSC) … and established policies The specifications were written to solicit and encourage competition. The agency uses the … required clauses, including Appendix A. The award was made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder from at least …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi6b-quick-contracting-constructionDiNapoli: Former Village of Chatham Clerk-Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Funds From the Village
… Thomas P. DiNapoli, Columbia County District Attorney Paul Czajka, and the New York State Police today announced … accountable for her actions. I thank District Attorney Paul Czajka and the New York State Police for their … Comptroller DiNapoli Columbia County District Attorney Paul Czajka and the New York State Police today announced the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/dinapoli-former-village-chatham-clerk-treasurer-arrested-stealing-funds-villageComptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Guilty Plea by New Jersey Man Resolving Allegations of Theft of Over $78,000 in New York State Pension Benefits
… our state pension system from waste and abuse.” This case is the latest investigation conducted as part of Operation … the New York State and Local Retirement System. The case is being handled by Assistant Attorney General Christopher … the Public Integrity Bureau. The Public Integrity Bureau is led by Bureau Chief Daniel Cort and Deputy Bureau Chief …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-guilty-plea-new-jersey-man-resolving-allegations-theftDiNapoli: Former Ulster County BOCES Criminal Justice Teacher Arrested for Defrauding the NYS Pension System Out of Over $157,000
… in unlawful pension payments. “Sciacca allegedly forged documents in an attempt to scam the pension system of over … allegedly supplied the retirement system with forged documents. These documents were ostensibly from the New York State Department …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/dinapoli-former-ulster-county-boces-criminal-justice-teacher-arrested-defrauding-nys-pension-systemBest Practices – Information Technology Contingency Planning
… immediate attention. For example, if the payroll process is identified as a critical function, the plan should include … the plan to all responsible parties and ensure that it is periodically tested and updated as needed. The plan should … and procedures to ensure that all critical information is routinely backed up so that it is available in the event …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-contingency-planning/best-practicesComplaint Processing (Follow-Up)
… four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Complaint Processing (Report 2020-N-9 ). About the Program The New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) receives, investigates, … bias-based policing and racial profiling. Once a civilian complaint is filed, investigators gather documentary and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/09/05/complaint-processing-followUnified Court System Bulletin No. UCS-355
… withholding will be calculated using the Aggregate method. Yonkers income tax withholding will be calculated using the Flat Rate method. Yonkers Flat Rate withholding is 1.95975% for Yonkers residents and 0.50% for Yonkers non-residents. Payroll Register and Employee’s Paycheck/Advice: The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/unified-court-system/ucs-355-2025-ucs-blazer-pensionability-changeDiNapoli and Montgomery County DA Pearson: Former Executive Director of the Fulton-Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Arrested for Embezzling Over $440K
… Director of the Fulton-Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, for allegedly stealing $440,351 from the Chamber. … she attempted to purchase a $160,000 home with Chamber of Commerce funds, prompting the launch of a joint investigation … municipalities, and state grants. She was charged with Grand Larceny second degree, Possession of a Forged …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/03/dinapoli-and-montgomery-county-da-pearson-former-executive-director-fulton-montgomery-county-chamberMay 1998: Accounting Requirements and Program Information for Multi-Modal Transportation Program
… will be classified by functional unit based on the type of project being undertaken. Enterprise funds should … account 3505. Program Information The following overview is based on information provided by the State Legislature and … the ports of Albany, Ogdensburg, Oswego, and the gateway metro port in Buffalo: municipal airports, privately owned …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/may-1998-accounting-requirements-and-program-information-multi-modal-transportation-programCost-Saving Ideas: Containing Employee Health Insurance Costs
… the cost of premiums, and employees increase their take-home pay. Determine the potential savings of the plan by … a stop-loss policy from an insurer to cover catastrophic healthcare costs above a certain amount. Contact other local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-containing-employee-health-insurance-costsWage Subsidy and Transitional Employment Programs
… the overall goal of permanent, unsubsidized employment is achieved. This audit’s scope period covers April 1, 2011 … provided $3.8 million for WSP/TE programs. The Office is responsible for administering WSP/TE programs and has … in private sector employment. The TE position is temporary and serves only as a vehicle to finding …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/03/29/wage-subsidy-and-transitional-employment-programs