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DiNapoli: State Missing Out on Millions in Medicare Payments for Kidney Patients
… certain eligibility requirements get the Medicare benefits to which they are entitled, according to an audit released today by New York State Comptroller … if implemented, could save another $69 million from 2016 to 2018, which includes $17 million in savings for counties …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-state-missing-out-millions-medicare-payments-kidney-patientsComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Conviction of Atlanta, Ga Resident in Pension Fraud Case
… stealing over $204,000 in state pension benefits issued to his deceased mother. As part of his guilty plea in January 2016, Cook admitted to stealing $204,315.76 in pension benefits issued to his deceased mother, Yvonne Powell, by the New York State … for stealing over $204000 in state pension benefits issued to his deceased mother …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-conviction-atlanta-ga-resident-pension-fraud-caseState Comptroller DiNapoli and Ulster County Executive Metzger Announce Findings of Gulnick Investigation
… in county procedures that could leave it vulnerable to fraud, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said today. “A … said. “Despite this, we have made several recommendations to Ulster County officials to strengthen financial practices and guard against potential …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-and-ulster-county-executive-metzger-announce-findings-gulnickDiNapoli: Former Mahopac VFD Treasurer Sentenced After $5.6 Million Embezzlement
… was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge Cathy Seibel to 77 months in prison for wire fraud, subscription to false tax returns, obstruction of the grand jury, and … stole $5.7 million from the Mahopac VFD and community to buy yachts, jewels, and a Florida home while he was VFD …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/06/dinapoli-former-mahopac-vfd-treasurer-sentenced-after-56-million-embezzlementComptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Sentence of Brooklyn Man for Stealing Over $22K in Deceased Mother's Pension Benefit
… the New York State and Local Employees Retirement System to his deceased mother, Sandra Buie, between May 2011 and … Attempted Grand Larceny in the Third Degree and sentenced to 1 ½ to 3 years in state prison by the Honorable Elizabeth Foley … the New York State and Local Employees Retirement System to his deceased mother Sandra Buie between May 2011 and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/05/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-sentence-brooklyn-man-stealing-over-22k-deceasedDiNapoli Releases July State Cash Report
… or 4.4 percent, from the same period last year, according to the July state cash report issued today by State … than $500 million below initial projections, primarily due to lower than expected personal income tax (PIT) collections. … left in the fiscal year, and the state must be prepared to take action if necessary.” Through the first four months …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-releases-july-state-cash-reportNYC’s Language Access Service Needs (2023-N-11) - Interactive Map
… York City uses 2023 American Community Survey 5year data to show the number of New Yorkers with LEP in each community …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/nycs-language-access-service-needs-2023-n-11-interactive-mapDiNapoli: Former Hoosick Falls Police Chief Charged With Stealing From Rescue Squad
… was arrested today for allegedly using rescue squad funds to purchase over a thousand dollars in tires for his personal … "Those entrusted with enforcing the law must be held to the highest standards and will be held accountable for any … allegedly abused his position of trust at the rescue squad to financially benefit himself. I thank District Attorney …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/11/dinapoli-former-hoosick-falls-police-chief-charged-stealing-rescue-squadDiNapoli: Audit Finds Additional $150,000 Stolen by Beekman Town Official
… Beekman Comptroller Frederick D. Knapp Jr. pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the second degree Friday in Dutchess … corruption. My office routinely advises local governments to follow the money. Sometimes, they follow it too late.” … recreation department. Knapp previously pleaded guilty to grand larceny for stealing $390,178 by using the town’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/dinapoli-audit-finds-additional-150000-stolen-beekman-town-officialOpinion 89-45
… amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) ZONING AND PLANNING -- Zoning … amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- … amount plus hourly rate for attorney employed as counsel to zoning board of appeals) TOWN LAW, §§27(1), 267(1); …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-45DiNapoli: Former Riverside Treasurer Embezzles $80K
… village’s credit card for personal purchases, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … control over a municipality’s finances with little to no oversight. I would like to thank the State Police and Steuben County District … the villages credit card for personal purchases according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/dinapoli-former-riverside-treasurer-embezzles-80kState Will Save Millions After Audit Uncovers Unnecessary Medicaid Transportation Costs
… New York state's Medicaid program is expected to save $7.6 million over the next five years as the result … management services it shouldn't have, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Thanks to the work of my auditors, the state has tightened oversight …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/state-will-save-millions-after-audit-uncovers-unnecessary-medicaid-transportation-costsOpinion 92-49
… property for use as a town recreational trail is subject to permissive referendum, or the town board, upon its own motion, may submit a proposition therefor to referendum at a special or biennial town election, if the lease payments are to be paid from moneys appropriated from taxes levied for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-49Opinion 92-30
… but must disclose any interest in such a contract pursuant to General Municipal Law, §803 and should not participate in … entered into a contract with the not-for-profit agency to provide services on behalf of the county. You also ask … with which the county contracts. The statutes relating to conflicts of interest of municipal officers and employees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-30Opinion 91-53
… for local law when paying additional compensation to town board members and highway superintendents) TOWN LAW, … on the preliminary budget unless a local law subject to permissive referendum is adopted. (2) A town board member … fixed for the office of deputy supervisor is not required to be listed in the notice of hearing on the preliminary …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-53DiNapoli: New York City's Budget Benefits From Strong Economic Growth
… manageable under current economic conditions, according to an analysis released today by New York State Comptroller … city deserves credit for prudently increasing its reserves to hedge against an economic setback. While the out-year … appear manageable, the city should continue its efforts to narrow them.” The city projects budget gaps of $1.5 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/dinapoli-new-york-citys-budget-benefits-strong-economic-growthState Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on Enacted State Budget
… as important criminal justice reforms and other programs to help New Yorkers. Still, the budget was late and provided … of the details. The budget does not include needed reforms to the state's procurement practices to better ensure spending accountability and transparency. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-enacted-state-budgetOpinion 91-31
… is not legally obligated under Public Health Law, §2144 to reimburse a private hospital for expenses incurred in the … of rabies by the State Health Commissioner pursuant to Public Health Law, §2140 and authorization by the local health officer to incur such expenses. You ask whether a town is required by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-31State Ends 2015-16 Fiscal Year with Strong Cash Position Largely From Temporary Resources
… and personal income tax (PIT) collections, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … Fund ended the year with a balance of $8.9 billion, equal to approximately 5.8 percent of All Funds receipts, the … ended the fiscal year with cash in the bank largely thanks to billions of dollars in settlements received over the past …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/state-ends-2015-16-fiscal-year-strong-cash-position-largely-temporary-resourcesDiNapoli and Oneida DA McNamara Announce Arrests of Utica School Superintendent and Former Utica Mayor for Theft of Public Funds
… President Louis LaPolla for allegedly using taxpayer funds to pay for political campaigns and a non-school related fundraiser. “The diversion of funds meant to support the education and well-being of students by … the students of the district who they were duty-bound to help, these two defendants allegedly chose to serve …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-and-oneida-da-mcnamara-announce-arrests-utica-school-superintendent-and-former-utica-mayor