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Opinion 2000-22
… contained in section 802 of the General Municipal Law are applicable (General Municipal Law §801[1]). The powers … that may give rise to a prohibited interest in a contract are the power or duty, individually or as a member of a … 306). 2 Although the powers and duties of town attorneys are not generally prescribed by statute, we have previously …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2000-22Opinion 96-6
… insurance contracts. In reaching this conclusion, we are mindful that in 11 Opns St Comp, 1955, p 732, we … ethics, violate the spirit and intent of these enactments, are inconsistent with public policy, or suggest … favoritism in the award of municipal contracts which are not subject to competitive bidding. At a minimum, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-96-6Comptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Sentencing in $200,000 Fraud on Long Island
… and Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced the sentencing of Charles Angelillo, 41, of Eastport, for his role in a conspiracy to defraud the state of over $200,000 by submitting false invoices over … a two year period for HVAC equipment, supplies, and labor. The defendant, who pled guilty last October, must release the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-sentencing-200000-fraud-long-islandDiNapoli: Former Treasurer Sentenced in Oakfield Fire Department Theft
… the unknown whereabouts of $4,340 in cash from a Mother's Day raffle. I thank Genesee County District Attorney Lawrence … Audit and approve claims prior to payment and ensure that all disbursements are supported by vouchers; Review bank … checks monthly; Ensure that officials keep records of ticket sales and use of raffle funds; and Have the treasurer …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-former-treasurer-sentenced-oakfield-fire-department-theftComptroller DiNapoli: IDA-Issued Tax Breaks Continue to Climb
… given out to create and retain jobs in their communities are worth it.” The annual report showed IDAs provided …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/05/comptroller-dinapoli-ida-issued-tax-breaks-continue-climbDiNapoli: Fulton County Snowmobile President Arrested for Stealing Over $8,000 From Nonprofit
… and Fulton County District Attorney Mike Poulin announced the arrest of Chad Daley, 52, for allegedly stealing over … from a nonprofit that maintains snowmobile trails in the Adirondacks. Daley, the president of the Snowdrifters of Stratford, was also … and Fulton County District Attorney Mike Poulin announced the arrest of Chad Daley 52 for allegedly stealing over $8000 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-fulton-county-snowmobile-president-arrested-stealing-over-8000-nonprofitDiNapoli: Village of Candor Mayor Arrested for Allegedly Stealing From the Village
… P. DiNapoli and the New York State Police announced the arrest of Village of Candor Mayor Eric Halstead for stealing … State Police Superintendent Steven G. James said , “This arrest should serve as a reminder that those who choose to abuse their positions will be brought to justice. The arrest of Mayor Halstead sends a strong message that we will …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-village-candor-mayor-arrested-allegedly-stealing-villageDiNapoli: State Tax Collections Slightly Stronger Than Expected in February but Remain Volatile
… spending, contracts and other fiscal issues. These are easily accessible on his transparency website, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/dinapoli-state-tax-collections-slightly-stronger-expected-february-remain-volatileState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Passage of Final State Budget
… $8.75 billion in its statutory reserves, these funds are needed to protect against economic and fiscal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-passage-final-state-budgetDiNapoli: Potsdam Audit Finds Missing Court Funds
… computerized cashbook reports and ensure all receipts are accounted for; Periodically compare a sample of receipts …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/dinapoli-potsdam-audit-finds-missing-court-fundsOpinion 91-54
… tax" on renters of real property within the village. We are aware of no state statute authorizing a village to impose …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-54Opinion 93-18
… and procedures for establishing a service award program are set forth in General Municipal Law, §216. Section 216(2) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-18Opinion 94-8
… §177-b; PUBLIC OFFICERS LAW, §9: In order to qualify for appointment as deputy treasurer of a fire district, an … treasurer. You ask what are the qualifications for appointment to the office of fire district deputy treasurer. … the thirty-first day of December following his or her appointment. During the absence or inability to act of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-8DiNapoli Releases July State Cash Report
… State income tax collections increased $88.2 million in July from a year earlier, helping lift the state’s total tax … issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "July was the first month in this fiscal year that personal … Overall tax collections totaled $23.1 billion through July 31, a decline of $1.1 billion or 4.6 percent from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-releases-july-state-cash-reportComptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… today the following audits have been issued: Department of Health (DOH) – Inappropriate Medicaid Payments for … in the earlier report. This included the recovery of approximately $2.7 million in Medicaid overpayments for … by employees of Long Island Railroad’s Richmond Hill shop when compared with their work production records for the same …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-auditsDiNapoli: Oswego Teacher Charged With Stealing Over $4,000 From CiTi BOCES
… Fisher worked for CiTi BOCES in the town of Mexico, NY. During an internal audit, CiTi BOCES found discrepancies with Fisher’s time sheets. CiTi BOCES reported this to the New York State Police, who in turn, … by filing a complaint online at https://www.osc.state.ny.us/investigations , or by mailing a complaint to: Office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-oswego-teacher-charged-stealing-over-4000-citi-bocesDiNapoli: Contractor Failed to Turn Over $1.5 Million in Prescription Drug Rebates to NYS
… to help hold down costs of the program and contractors are expected to make every effort to collect and turn over …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/dinapoli-contractor-failed-turn-over-15-million-prescription-drug-rebates-nysDiNapoli Releases October State Cash Report
… spending, contracts and other fiscal issues. These are easily accessible on his transparency website called Open …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/11/dinapoli-releases-october-state-cash-reportHomeland Security Grant Program – Federal Funding and New York
… density areas. Operation Stonegarden (OPSG): Security for Canada and Mexico borders and international water borders. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/budget/fed-funding-ny/homeland-security-grant-programThe Arc Franklin-Hamilton d.b.a. The Adirondack Arc – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… However, payments for services under these programs are based on fixed fees, as opposed to the cost-based rates …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/08/27/arc-franklin-hamilton-dba-adirondack-arc-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manual