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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… always record, deposit, remit and report all collections in a timely and accurate manner. Because of this, there was … and members did not enforce financial provisions outlined in the department’s constitution and bylaws or adopt adequate … of the treasurer, as required by law. These actions result in an increased risk of theft and waste of department …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0DiNapoli: New York Sees Improvement in Condition of Local Bridges
… One in 10 locally owned bridges in New York state is rated in poor condition, … P. DiNapoli. The estimated cost for work needed on local bridges in the state in 2023 was approximately $29 billion, … are completed.” As of 2023, New York had 17,573 highway bridges. Local governments, mostly counties, own 50.6% or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-new-york-sees-improvement-condition-local-bridgesDiNapoli Report Analyzes Regional Trends in Education for School Districts Outside New York City
… factors including the local economy, labor force mix and demographics all have implications for spending, pupil …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/03/dinapoli-report-analyzes-regional-trends-education-school-districts-outside-new-york-cityDiNapoli Releases Fiscal Stress Scores for Villages and Some Cities
… (Franklin County), Canajoharie (Montgomery County), Huntington Bay (Suffolk County), and Mohawk (Herkimer … generates overall fiscal stress scores, which ultimately drive final classifications. The system also analyzes …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-releases-fiscal-stress-scores-villages-and-some-citiesDiNapoli: Strong Tax Collections and New Savings Initiatives Boost NYC's Short-Term Finances
… savings initiatives will allow New York City to maintain budget balance in the coming fiscal year, but the city faces … that are likely to exacerbate already large out-year budget gaps, according to a report on the city Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Executive Budget released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/dinapoli-strong-tax-collections-and-new-savings-initiatives-boost-nycs-short-term-financesDiNapoli, Wharton, Myrie Op-Ed: Putting the Public Back Into Campaign Finance
… This is a victory for the people — one that has been in the works for decades. The PCFP will strengthen democracy, … running for state office the opportunity to participate in a voluntary public campaign financing system, which … finance program is already being used successfully in New York City, and we urge those who currently hold office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/dinapoli-wharton-myrie-op-ed-putting-public-back-campaign-financeDiNapoli Releases Budget Review for City of Buffalo
… fund budget deficit of approximately $103 million in the 2026-27 fiscal year, in part, because the city historically … includes state aid consisting of $161.3 million of Aid and Incentives for Municipalities, which has remained flat for … are expired, and the remaining three will expire in June 2026. Though not included in the proposed 2026-27 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/05/dinapoli-releases-budget-review-city-buffaloCUNY Bulletin No. CU-873
… Differential payment. Affected Employees: CUNY employees in the following titles are affected: Title NYS Job Code … establishes an Assignment Differential for employees in the CLT title series who have completed one or more years … years of service at the top step of their salary schedule in one of the titles listed in the Affected Employees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-873-implementation-city-university-new-york-cuny-collegeThe Survivor’s Benefit Program for Retired NYS Employees
… that provides a minimum death benefit to the survivors of New York State retired employees. Your beneficiary may receive a benefit of $3,000 if you left State service* on or after April 1, … covered for this benefit if you have ten years of full-time State service within the 15 years immediately …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/survivors-benefit-program-retired-nys-employeesReal Property Portfolio (Follow-Up)
… of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report, Real Property Portfolio (Report 2022-S-14 ). About the Program Empire State … of the three recommendations included in our initial audit report Real Property Portfolio Report 2022S14 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2026/06/03/real-property-portfolio-followState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Annual IDA Report
… $4.7 billion from the prior year, according to an annual report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … retention and other commitments being made.” DiNapoli’s report summarizes the most recent annual project and … improvements in IDA procedures and reporting. Annual Report Performance of Industrial Development Agencies in New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-annual-ida-reportDiNapoli: Pension Contribution Rates Remain Stable for Fiscal Year 2017-18
… Retirement System (NYSLRS) will stay virtually the same in Fiscal Year 2017-18 compared to Fiscal Year 2016-17, New … rates will remain stable for our participating employers in the near-term," DiNapoli said. "While the financial … pension fund remains one of the strongest and best funded in the country, allowing New York's public workforce to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/dinapoli-pension-contribution-rates-remain-stable-fiscal-year-2017-18DiNapoli: SUNY Downstate Failed to Get Its Money's Worth From Cost-Cutting Consultant
… Thomas P. DiNapoli questions whether $74 million in savings even happened. A prior DiNapoli audit released in August 2016 found questionable travel and excessive … is needed to protect public dollars." Legislation passed in 2013 authorized SUNY Downstate to obtain services related …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-suny-downstate-failed-get-its-moneys-worth-cost-cutting-consultantDiNapoli Releases November State Cash Report
… $23.3 million higher than the latest projections included in the mid-year update to the Financial Plan. The state also received $273 million in new monetary settlements in November. "The state’s tax revenues are down from last …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-releases-november-state-cash-reportDiNapoli: Consumers Should Read Fine Print On Gift Cards This Holiday Season
… should still ask whether fees apply when purchasing a gift card. As a rule of thumb, DiNapoli said New Yorkers … cards. Reading the fine print before purchasing gift cards can help you avoid fees and protect your money.” Under the Federal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-consumers-should-read-fine-print-gift-cards-holiday-seasonState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Joins Lawmakers in Applauding New Law to Fight Government Waste
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today thanked … data to identify and prevent fraud, waste and abuse. The new law (A.5056/S.3757) enables the Office of the State … fraud and abuse of taxpayer dollars," DiNapoli said. "The new law provides for faster and earlier access to data relied …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-joins-lawmakers-applauding-new-law-fight-government-wasteDiNapoli Releases August State Cash Report
… earlier. These receipts were $272.4 million lower than the latest projections made in August but $110.6 million higher … million). All Funds spending was $850.5 million below the latest projections, and $1.8 billion below initial … than a year earlier, but $178.6 million higher than the latest projection. For a detailed breakdown, go to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-releases-august-state-cash-reportDiNapoli Urges Consumers to Read the Fine Print on Gift Cards This Holiday Season
… Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli urged New Yorkers to read the fine print on gift cards this holiday season for details … by New York corporations are required to be turned over to the Comptroller's office as abandoned property after five … 2013-2014, $5.8 million from gift cards was turned over to the state. “Last year, my office received nearly $6 million …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-urges-consumers-read-fine-print-gift-cards-holiday-seasonDiNapoli: State Tax Collections Lagging Last Year by $1.2 Billion
… State tax collections totaled $18.6 billion in the first quarter of the new fiscal year, $1.2 billion … or 10.9 percent), but was partially offset by an increase in business tax collections (up $266.6 million or 16.5 … period last year. All Funds spending totaled $41.1 billion in the first quarter of the fiscal year, approximately $3.1 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-state-tax-collections-lagging-last-year-12-billionDiNapoli: The State May Have Your Money
… some of the $12.5 billion in unclaimed funds belongs to you, a family member or friend,”said DiNapoli. “Fortunately, … minutes on our website is often all it takes to reclaim what is rightfully yours.” A large portion of unclaimed funds … estates, may require more paperwork to claim. New Yorkers can search for lost money for free by visiting the Office of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/dinapoli-state-may-have-your-money