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Local Sales Taxes in July-September 2021 Up 20 Percent Compared to Same Quarter in 2020 - New York City Collections Near 2019 Pre-Pandemic Levels
Local government sales tax collections totaled nearly $5.2 billion in the third quarter of 2021, up $861 million (20 percent) compared to the same period last year. Every region in the State, including New York City, experienced robust growth in sales tax revenue.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/local-sales-taxes-up-20-percent-in-july-september-2021.pdfComptroller DiNapoli and Westchester County District Attorney: Former Croton-On-Hudson Village Fire Department Treasurer Charged in Theft of Fire Department Funds
… County District Attorney Anthony A. Scarpino Jr. and the Village of Croton-on-Hudson Police Department announced the surrender and arrest of Gerald … with Westchester County District Attorney Scarpino Jr and the Village of CrotononHudson Police Department announced …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/comptroller-dinapoli-and-westchester-county-district-attorney-former-croton-hudson-village-fireResources and Responsibilities: New York State’s Environmental Funding
… one of many areas where State spending has been curtailed, was down by more than $105 million from the previous year. Over … pollution. These events have forced municipalities to shut off water intakes serving public water supplies, and can …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/resources-and-responsibilities-new-york-states-environmental-fundingQuality of Internal Control Certifications (Follow-Up)
… Purpose In 2012, we conducted a series of audits at 12 State agencies focusing specifically on their 2011-2012 … maintained documentation supporting the answers given. The 12 audits were performed at the following agencies: … quality of Internal Control Certifications at 10 of the 12 agencies. We found instances where Internal Control …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/07/07/quality-internal-control-certifications-followOpinion 90-64
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was … PARK DISTRICTS -- Increase or Improvement of Facilities (referendum not required) IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS -- Increase or … (need for when determining to improve park district) TOWN LAW, §202-b; LOCAL FINANCE LAW, §35.00: The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-64Opinion 2005-6
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. CONSTITUTIONAL LAW -- Payment in aid or maintenance of parochial schools (funding a town … teen “bullying” conducted and hosted by a parochial school in its auditorium. However, a town may contract with a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2005-6DiNapoli: Regional Land Banks Fighting Urban Blight
… State Comptroller DiNapoli today released a report on the progress regional land banks are making in helping communities fight blight and … for demolition. In many cases, the land banks focus on rehabilitating residential properties, but many also … State Comptroller DiNapoli today released a report on the progress regional land banks are making in helping …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/10/dinapoli-regional-land-banks-fighting-urban-blightOperational Advisory No. 12
… in the Statewide Financial System (SFS) and guidance on date determinations effective June 19, 2014 Guidance : The … updated due to references to Liability and/or Accounting Date: Chapter VII, Section 9.A - Fringe Benefit and Indirect … XII, Section 5.G - Entering the Appropriate Accounting Date Chapter XII, Section 6.C - Paying Prompt Contract …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/operational-advisory/12-obligation-accounting-and-budget-datesDiNapoli Releases Lower Manhattan Economic Snapshot
… attacks on September 11, 2001 killed 2,753 people in Lower Manhattan, leaving the nation devastated and Lower Manhattan struggling to rebuild. Fifteen years later, Lower Manhattan continues to recover as it evolves into a … attacks on September 11 2001 killed 2753 people in Lower Manhattan leaving the nation devastated and Lower Manhattan …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/dinapoli-releases-lower-manhattan-economic-snapshotCost Saving Opportunities on Payments of Medicare Part C Claims (Follow-Up) (2022-F-14)
To assess the extent of implementation of the recommendation included in our initial audit report, Cost Saving Opportunities on Payments of Medicare Part C Claims (Report 2020-S-65).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2022-22f14.pdfDiNapoli: Prior Justice Clerk Sentenced in $63,000 Theft of Court Fines
… according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Sharon Thompson, 56, of Bemus Point, pleaded guilty to grand larceny … in an audit and investigation by DiNapoli’s office. “Ms. Thompson pocketed 10 percent of the court’s fees for years,” … by filing a complaint online at [email protected].ny.us , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/03/dinapoli-prior-justice-clerk-sentenced-63000-theft-court-finesNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (March 4, 2021)
… Claims Show a Year of Economic Devastation A year after the first case of COVID-19 was reported in New York State, the economic disruption caused by the pandemic remains … A year after the first case of COVID19 was reported in New York State the economic disruption caused by the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/impact-covid-19-march-4-2021Annual Report on Local Governments for FYE 2020
This Annual Report on Local Governments provides a summary analysis of the financial state of the local governments outside of New York City for local fiscal years ending in 2020. It highlights the unique challenges that local officials faced from the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/annual-report-on-local-governments-for-fye-2020.pdfNYS Pension Fund Commits $2 Billion to Climate Transition Index
… P. DiNapoli, trustee of the fund, announced today. This is part of the Comptroller's Climate Action Plan announced in … based on their transition readiness. FTSE Russell is one of the largest index providers in the world and its … said FTSE Russell CEO Arne Staal. “FTSE Russell is extremely pleased to be partnering with the Fund on its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/12/nys-pension-fund-commits-2-billion-climate-transition-indexDiNapoli: Former Long Island School Official Pleads Guilty in Kickback Scheme
… Thomas Fattorusso, Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigation, New York; and Nassau County District … taxpayers for her own personal enrichment. The FBI and our Law Enforcement partners are committed to fighting public … are held accountable for their actions in the criminal justice system,” said FBI Assistant Director-in-Charge …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-former-long-island-school-official-pleads-guilty-kickback-schemeImproper Medicaid Managed Care Payments for Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies on Behalf of Recipients in Nursing Homes (Follow-Up)
… medical condition. A prosthetic device replaces a missing body part, while an orthotic device supports a weak or deformed body part. Medical supplies are disposable items for medical …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/06/21/improper-medicaid-managed-care-payments-durable-medical-equipment-prosthetics-orthotics-andDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Drop Over 32 Percent in May
… Tax Collections by Region Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/06/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-drop-over-32-percent-mayDiNapoli: Former Pulaski Assistant Village Clerk Charged in Theft of Fees
… Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by calling the toll-free Fraud Hotline at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-former-pulaski-assistant-village-clerk-charged-theft-feesDiNapoli Audit: Pre-K Special Education Provider Spent $2.5 Million in Unallowed Expenses
… found it charged the State Education Department SED for $26 million in expenses that were not allowed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/dinapoli-audit-pre-k-special-education-provider-spent-25-million-unallowed-expensesDiNapoli: Cohocton Town Clerk Pleads Guilty In $36,000 Theft
… Thomas P. DiNapoli’s office revealed the theft of public funds. Riley, 51, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in … restitution in full. “For six years, Ms. Riley treated the public’s money as her personal bank account and altered town … and the New York State Police, we were able to bring this public official to justice.” “Abuse of the public trust by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-cohocton-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-36000-theft