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DiNapoli: Former Fire Company Treasurer Charged in $20,000 Theft
… Citizens Hose Fire Company official was charged today with grand larceny in the third degree after allegedly … said. "Thanks to my investigators and auditors working with the Sheriff's office, her crimes have been exposed. This … at the Sheriff's Office have a great working relationship with the New York State Comptroller's Office and have worked …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapoli-former-fire-company-treasurer-charged-20000-theftSelected Employee Travel Expenses
… monies by selected government employees complied with rules and regulations and is free from fraud, waste and … for audit were documented and adhered to State travel rules and regulations. Most of the employees (22) were … monies by selected government employees complied with rules and regulations and is free from fraud waste and abuse …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/04/10/selected-employee-travel-expenses-0Partial Lump Sum Payment – State Police Plan
… receive a partial lump sum (PLS) payment at retirement. If you elect a PLS payment, your monthly benefit will be permanently reduced . For most members, you will receive your PLS along with your first pension … month. Eligibility To be eligible for the PLS payment, you must: Retire under a special 20- or 25-year plan; Have …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1518/partial-lump-sum-paymentPartial Lump Sum Payment – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
… Special 20 and 25Year Plan information for PFRS Tier 2 3 Article 11 5 and 6 members under Sections 384 384d …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/partial-lump-sum-paymentDiNapoli: Staten Island Woman Pays Full Restitution of Over $247K after Cheating Brother-in-Law Out of Sister's NYS Pension Death Benefits
… Gutierrez’s sister was a member of the New York State and Local Retirement system through her work as a nurse at the South Beach Psychiatric Center. She chose to leave her … by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.ny.gov , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/05/dinapoli-staten-island-woman-pays-full-restitution-over-247k-after-cheating-brother-law-out-sistersDiNapoli: Audit Finds False Elevator Inspections, Safety Hazards Overlooked
… non-DOB inspectors failed to spot that a device that keeps doors from opening between floors was defective in elevators … different buildings. The problem could cause elevator doors to open between floors and is considered an imminent …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-false-elevator-inspections-safety-hazards-overlookedSelected Aspects of Accommodations for Passengers With Disabilities
… selected requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and corresponding federal regulations to make … City metropolitan area. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Act or ADA) was signed into law to provide … selected requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and corresponding federal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/07/29/selected-aspects-accommodations-passengers-disabilitiesCUNY Bulletin No. CU-850
… the uniform allowance payment upon being hired/onboarded at CUNY as follows: Title Eligibility Requirement Amount … (full-time) Campus Public Safety Sergeant Hired/Onboarded at CUNY $1,610.00 Campus Peace Officer (hourly) Hired/Onboarded at CUNY $964.00 Campus Security Assistant (full-time) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/city-university-new-york/cu-850-cuny-december-2025-uniform-allowance-payment-securityOpinion 2002-2
… discussed in the opinion. VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS - Service Award Programs (service credit after entitlement age); (voluntary waiver of right to begin receiving award at entitlement age) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §§215(4), … (6), 217(c), 218(b), (c), 219(b), 219-a(2)(b): A service award program may provide for a participant to earn service …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-2-0Opinion 2002-2
… discussed in the opinion. VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS - Service Award Programs (service credit after entitlement age); (voluntary waiver of right to begin receiving award at entitlement age) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §§215(4), … (6), 217(c), 218(b), (c), 219(b), 219-a(2)(b): A service award program may provide for a participant to earn service …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-2Town of Mooers - Highway Asset Accountability (2020M-35)
… which resulted in 9,216 gallons of unrecorded fuel used at the highway facility, valued at $20,576. The Mooers Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) was … not billed for 2,413 gallons of recorded fuel used, valued at $4,841. Key Recommendations Maintain a complete, accurate …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2020/06/05/town-mooers-highway-asset-accountability-2020m-35The Increasing Threat of Identity Theft
… and not the general public. Avoid using the Facebook Login feature to sign in to other third-party websites, as it …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/increasing-threat-identity-theftThe Survivor’s Benefit Program for New York State Employees
… Benefit Program provides a minimum death benefit to your survivors if you are an eligible New York State employee. You may be eligible even if you are … What are the eligibility requirements? There is no need to enroll — your beneficiary is eligible to receive this …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/survivors-benefit-program-nys-employeesDiNapoli: NYC Department of Education Must Do More to Combat Mental Health Crisis Among Youth
… provide them with the support they need,” said DiNapoli. “At a time when the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated a … findings: Only 1,101 out of 1,524 public schools had at least one social worker; of those schools, 80% did not … of 1:250. 423 public schools did not have a social worker at all. Although 1,422 out of 1,524 public schools had at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/08/dinapoli-nyc-department-education-must-do-more-combat-mental-health-crisis-among-youthDiNapoli: Pleasant Valley Woman Arrested Stealing Funds From New York State and Local Retirement System
… pocket her deceased mother's pension to pay her personal bills. Instead, she is now charged with a felony," said State … Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.ny.gov or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-pleasant-valley-woman-arrested-stealing-funds-new-york-state-and-local-retirement-systemDiNapoli: Alexandria Clerk Charged In Theft of Town Fees
… in an audit and investigation by DiNapoli’s office at the town’s request, in partnership with the New York State … taxpayer money by calling the toll-free Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at [email protected] , or by mailing a complaint …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/11/dinapoli-alexandria-clerk-charged-theft-town-feesEnforcement of the Mitchell-Lama Surcharge Provisions (Follow-Up)
… and Community Renewal (DHCR) properly assessed surcharges at Mitchell-Lama housing developments. While surcharges were … calculated and assessed for the tested transactions at the sampled developments, there were significant … tenants’ self-reported information and their tax records. At the time of our review in 2017, DHCR’s most recent match …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/09/06/enforcement-mitchell-lama-surcharge-provisions-followPine Bush Central School District – Budgeting Practices and Transportation Cost Savings (2012M-238)
… surplus funds increased from approximately $4 million at June 30, 2010 to $6.8 million at June 30, 2011, and to $8.9 million at June 30, 2012. The District’s unexpended surplus fund …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2013/03/08/pine-bush-central-school-district-budgeting-practices-and-transportationDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up Nearly 16% in April
… high inflation. Oswego County saw the largest increase at 113%. Schenectady County was the only county to see a … their own general sales tax, the City of Olean came in at the highest at 46.6%. Monthly sales tax distributions are based on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-nearly-16-percent-aprilDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew by Over 14% in February Compared to Last Year
… major growth in 2023, future collections may not grow at such a fast pace,” DiNapoli said. “With the nation and the … growth. Albany County had the largest increase at 48.8%, followed by Columbia (29.1%) and Yates (26.8%) counties. Onondaga County had the smallest growth at 8.9%. These monthly sales tax collections are from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-over-14-february-compared-last-year