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DiNapoli: Former Fire Company Treasurer Charged in $20,000 Theft
… over $20,000 in Fire Company funds, following an audit and investigation by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Ontario County Sheriff Philip C. Povero. Former Company and Auxiliary Treasurer Wendy Wharton, 53, of Manchester, … over $20000 in Fire Company funds following an audit and investigation by State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapoli-former-fire-company-treasurer-charged-20000-theftDiNapoli Announces Decrease in Pension Contribution Rates for FY 2016-17; Lowers Assumed Rate of Return
… Thomas P. DiNapoli announced the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) employer contribution rates will decrease for fiscal year 2016-17 and the assumed rate of return for NYSLRS will be lowered … While the average contribution rate for the Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS) will decrease from 24.7 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-announces-decrease-pension-contribution-rates-fy-2016-17-lowers-assumed-rate-returnAuditors Find Safety Hazards at Pre-K Facilities in New York City
… of the New York City’s Department of Education’s (DOE) oversight of Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) programs … children should not be exposed to unsafe conditions such as peeling paint and missing window guards. The city’s … in public school settings through programs operated by the DOE, and through contracts with eligible community-based …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/auditors-find-safety-hazards-pre-k-facilities-new-york-cityDiNapoli: OCFS Should Improve Foster Care Placement Oversight
… The state Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) could not show that caseworkers … Thomas P. DiNapoli. "The state Office of Children and Family Services is responsible for the well-being of one … The state Office of Children and Family Services could not show that caseworkers contacted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-ocfs-should-improve-foster-care-placement-oversightComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… , Town of Hampton , Town of Hopewell , Pember Library and Museum , City of Rye , Town of Sullivan and the … Over Financial Operations (Chenango County) The company’s constitution and bylaws, which dictate the manner in which operations are to … Squad Town of Hampton Town of Hopewell Pember Library and Museum City of Rye Town of Sullivan and the Washington …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsDiNapoli Releases Analysis of State Financial Plan, Warns of Federal Risks
… fiscal challenges, including lower revenue targets and possible federal budget and tax changes, according to a report on the state's Enacted … because of uncertainty in Washington, falling revenues, and fiscal practices that obscure the level of spending," …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/07/dinapoli-releases-analysis-state-financial-plan-warns-federal-risksStatement from New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli on the Passing of Former Governor Mario Cuomo
… on a national level. My heartfelt condolences to his wife Matilda, Governor Andrew Cuomo and the entire Cuomo …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/01/statement-new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-passing-former-governor-mario-cuomoState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Analysis of Enacted State Budget
… 2019-20 Enacted Budget includes actions to manage spending and generate nearly $1 billion in additional revenue this … providing increased funding for education, health care and mass transit, according to a report released today by … revenue volatility, the forecast for a slowing economy and detrimental federal fiscal policies leave open questions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-analysis-enacted-state-budgetComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… Department , Town of Rush , Willsboro Fire Department and the Child Protective Service units in the counties of … , Niagara , Oneida , Rockland , Saratoga , Ulster and Washington . “In today’s fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1DiNapoli: Former Pulteney Fire District Treasurer Sentenced in $6,800 Theft of Fire District Funds
… Fire District No. 2 was sentenced to five years probation and ordered to pay full restitution for stealing more than $6,800 in fire district funds, after an audit and investigation by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli … safety net for all fire districts is to use fiscal checks and balances. I thank Steuben County District Attorney Brooks …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-former-pulteney-fire-district-treasurer-sentenced-6800-theft-fire-district-fundsOpinion 88-24
… has an interest in a contract with the town where she and her husband are reimbursed for expenses incurred in … program, where reimbursed costs include use of a tractor and compensation for the spouse's labor. This is in reply to … have a prohibited conflict of interest if the board member and her husband are reimbursed for costs incurred in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-24DiNapoli: Former Marbletown Fire Chief Arrested for Stealing Over $100K From Department
… involving taxpayer money by calling the toll-free Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by emailing a complaint to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/dinapoli-former-marbletown-fire-chief-arrested-stealing-over-100k-departmentOpinion 89-25
… Fund (transfer of moneys to capital reserve fund) SEWERS AND SEWER SYSTEMS -- Contracts (for use of excess capacity of … plant for use by town sewer districts) VILLAGES -- Powers and Duties (permissible means of financing expansion of … with a town sewer district for the conveyance, treatment, and disposal of sewage at the village treatment plant, if the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-25DiNapoli: Springport Town Clerk Pleads Guilty After Faking Retirement Benefits
… Wednesday in Aurelius Town Court to official misconduct and attempted computer trespass, and agreed to resign for her attempts to boost her state … an investigation by the Comptroller, New York State Police and the Cayuga County District Attorney’s office. Her actions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-springport-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-after-faking-retirement-benefitsDiNapoli: Former Town of Minerva Clerk Pleads Guilty
… guilty to fourth degree grand larceny, official misconduct and tampering with public records, after an investigation and audit found she stole thousands of dollars from the town, … as her personal bank account. Thanks to our investigators and auditors, this fraud was exposed." DiNapoli said. "I …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-former-town-minerva-clerk-pleads-guiltyDiNapoli: Florida Man Sentenced to Pay Full Restitution for His Theft of Nearly $80,000 in His Deceased Father's NYS Pension Payments
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly … from Long Island was sentenced to five years’ probation and ordered to pay full restitution after being convicted of … New York state retirement system that they will be caught and prosecuted no matter where they live,” DiNapoli said. “My …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/dinapoli-florida-man-sentenced-pay-full-restitution-his-theft-nearly-80000-his-deceased-fathers-nysDiNapoli: Two Arrested for Stealing More Than $200,000 From 86-Year-Old State Pensioner
… Rensselaer County District Attorney Mary Pat Donnelly and the New York State Police today announced the arrests of Amber Diacetis, a 30-year-old Albany resident, and Devin Zielinski, 33, for allegedly stealing over $200,000 … yourself is a heinous offense,” DiNapoli said . “Diacetis and Zielinski not only allegedly stole over $200,000 from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-two-arrested-stealing-more-200000-86-year-old-state-pensionerDiNapoli: State Could Face Tough Fiscal Decisions in Year Ahead
… funding for education, clean water, affordable housing and other programs, but authorizes more than $10.5 billion in new state debt and allows billions of dollars in lump sum spending with … more than a week into the fiscal year, the Legislature and Executive acted on critical budget issues that will help …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/05/dinapoli-state-could-face-tough-fiscal-decisions-year-aheadDiNapoli: Former Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Felony in Theft of More Than $5,000 in Fire District Funds
… stealing more than $5,000 in public funds, after an audit and investigation by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli revealed that she falsified vouchers and paid herself an additional, illegal salary. Lisa Stone, … Judge Marianne Furfure based on DiNapoli’s examination and partnership with Steuben County District Attorney Brooks …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-former-treasurer-pleads-guilty-felony-theft-more-5000-fire-district-fundsDiNapoli: SED Agrees to Improve Oversight of Migrant Education Program
… The State Education Department (SED) has agreed to update its Migrant Education Program and better monitor … state’s program, my auditors made several recommendations to improve the educational outcomes for these children. To its credit, SED is acting on our suggestions to ensure …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-sed-agrees-improve-oversight-migrant-education-program