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NYS Comptroller DiNapoli: Wall Street Profits and Bonuses Up Sharply in 2017
… Securities industry profits rose dramatically in 2017 for the second consecutive year and the average bonus paid to … markets might impact profits in 2018." Pretax profits for the broker/dealer operations of New York Stock Exchange … since 2010, driven by higher revenue. After adding jobs for three consecutive years, employment in New York City's …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/03/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-wall-street-profits-and-bonuses-sharply-2017Comptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Indictment of Former Highway Superintendent in Public Corruption Case
… indictment of Roger Burlew, former Highway Superintendent for the Town of Erin, in a public corruption case involving … Burlew stole the money by submitting fraudulent vouchers for payment to the Town of Erin. “This indictment shows that … of Erin since 2007. Burlew allegedly submitted vouchers for parts for equipment the Town does not own. One such …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-indictment-former-highway-superintendent-publicDiNapoli: Investment in Rochester Company Returns $6.7 Million to State Pension Fund
… companies. “The success of the 5LINX investment is another example of how the In-State Private Equity Program … supported nearly 4,000 jobs. The state public pension fund is investing in New York’s future.” Trillium Group, a fund … industry sectors and businesses. http://www.trillium-group.com …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-investment-rochester-company-returns-67-million-state-pension-fundState Comptroller DiNapoli and Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities President Brabham Op-Ed: When Federal Policy Undermines College Access, New York Pays the Price
… workforce and fuel our economy. But today, that ecosystem is under threat. Over 200,000 students across New York could … already existing workforce shortages in each field. It is critical that we understand these challenges as we prepare … will also affect the State’s creative economy. New York is home to one of the largest arts ecosystems in the nation, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-commission-independent-colleges-and-universities-president-brabham-opDiNapoli: State Health Department Missed $119 Million in Rebates from Drug Companies
… that are incomplete or incorrect. In such cases, the MCO is notified of the rejection, and is expected to correct any errors and resubmit the encounter … ability to collect all the rebates to which the state is entitled, accounting for an estimated $50.3 million in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-state-health-department-missed-119-million-rebates-drug-companiesDiNapoli: $10 Million Ponzi Scheme Unraveled Following Nassau County District Attorney Investigation
… advantage of people who entrusted their financial futures to them in order to steal millions to fund other business … in an elaborate Ponzi scheme that included a bogus online portal showing fabricated investment growth," DA Singas said. … and password for www.conmacfunding.com to view their account statement and growing account balance, leading …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-10-million-ponzi-scheme-unraveled-following-nassau-county-district-attorney-investigationDiNapoli: Former Wallkill Fire District Chair Pleads Guilty in $240,000 Theft
… Commissioners pleaded guilty today in Ulster County Court to grand larceny and criminal tax fraud for stealing nearly … hoodwinked his own Fire District, and others failed to double-check his actions,” DiNapoli said. ”I thank … District Attorney Carnright for partnering with my office to expose this scheme and hold this official accountable.” …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-former-wallkill-fire-district-chair-pleads-guilty-240000-theftChautauqua County Asst. Treasurer Guilty in $4,100 Theft
… pocketed cash fees she collected from the public, instead of depositing them in the bank. DiNapoli’s office discovered … Patrick Swanson in the criminal investigation. Kelley, 48, of Portland, resigned after 26 years of county employment and admitted to stealing the cash …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/05/chautauqua-county-asst-treasurer-guilty-4100-theftDiNapoli: Town of Bennington Audit Leads to Arrest
… The clerk in the Wyoming County town of Bennington was arrested today after auditors and investigators discovered a … Thomas P. DiNapoli. The clerk, Tina Metz, 54, was arrested by the Wyoming County Sheriff's Department and … The clerk in the Wyoming County town of Bennington was arrested today after auditors and investigators discovered a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/dinapoli-town-bennington-audit-leads-arrestNYC Budget Is Balanced but Risks Are Growing
… municipal work force, higher costs for debt service and health insurance, and an anticipated slowdown in job growth … for example, has proposed sharp cuts in social safety net programs and discretionary spending. The Metropolitan …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/03/nyc-budget-balanced-risks-are-growingDiNapoli: Former West Hurley Fire District Chief and Chairman Charged in Corruption Probe
… The former West Hurley Fire District chief and a current fire … 52, and Michael "Bucky" VanValkenburgh, 44, both of West Hurley, were charged with Corrupting the Government and … "First, I want to thank all the constituents in the West Hurley Fire District who spoke up and brought this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/02/dinapoli-former-west-hurley-fire-district-chief-and-chairman-charged-corruption-probeNew York State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on the Death of Martin McGuinness
… peace was realized at long last. Northern Ireland today is a symbol of hope for people in conflict throughout the … be achieved when people decide to work together. That hope is Martin McGuinness’ legacy." …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-death-martin-mcguinnessOpinion 91-14
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … for refuse collection) REFUSE AND GARBAGE -- Collection of (for village by town refuse and garbage district) REFUSE … Whether pursuant to section 119o of Article 5G of the General Municipal Law a town board on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-14Former Hannibal Fire Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing From Fire Company
… to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by calling the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/former-hannibal-fire-chief-pleads-guilty-stealing-fire-companyDiNapoli: Albany Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $230,000 From Elderly State Pensioner
… while forcing him to live in squalor in his own home is reprehensible,” DiNapoli said. “Thanks to my partnership … heinous crime have been held accountable and their victim is in a safe and secure environment.” “This was a case of … provided with the necessary treatment and services and is no longer living in his house. Zielinski remained in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-albany-man-pleads-guilty-stealing-more-230000-elderly-state-pensionerOpinion 89-49
… named fiduciary, a fee is properly charged pursuant to SCPA, §2402(7), based on the value of the subject matter … value, the fee charged would be $27.00. This is in reply to your inquiry concerning the imposition of fees by a … you ask whether a fee is properly imposed pursuant to subdivision 1 or 2 of section 2402 of the Surrogate's …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-49NY ABLE Program Helps New Yorkers With Disabilities Cover Costs
… a new savings plan, called the New York Achieving a Better Life Experience ( NY ABLE ) program, designed to help … maintain their health, independence and quality of life. DiNapoli and Molinaro today met with area residents, … a new savings plan called the New York Achieving a Better Life Experience program designed to help individuals with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/ny-able-program-helps-new-yorkers-disabilities-cover-costsOpinion 92-33
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … to in town); (expenditures to fund contract with chamber of commerce) PARK DISTRICTS -- Powers and Duties … Whether an appropriation in excess of $10000 for publicity promotional and other related …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-33Opinion 92-54
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST -- Banking Transactions (designation of bank as … Whether a prospective appointee for a vacancy in the office of town supervisor would have a prohibited COI if a bank in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-54Opinion 91-58
… (see Executive Law, art 42, §910 et seq .; 19 NYCRR part 601). Accordingly, it is our opinion that the city may not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-58