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DiNapoli: Some NYC Schools Failing to Report Violent, Disruptive Incidents
… I’m encouraged that the Department of Education agreed with most of our recommendations and I expect they will … Reckless endangerment* 8 88 33 55 Minor altercations (no weapon) 9 367 262 105 Minor altercations (with weapon)* 9 35 … 70 21 49 12X190 E.S.M.T - I.S. 190 41 28 13 10X085 PS 85 Great Expectations 281 207 74 05M469 Choir Academy of Harlem …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/04/dinapoli-some-nyc-schools-failing-report-violent-disruptive-incidentsOpinion 91-36
… issues discussed in the opinion. ZONING AND PLANNING -- Park Lands (use of village park trust fund moneys to develop facilities in town park) PARKS AND RECREATION -- Joint Parks (use of village … Whether park land fees imposed upon subdividers by a newly … used to finance additional facilities in an existing town park located in the village …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-36XIII.2.C Expense Report Certification – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… back to the State. For information on Finance Office certification requirements see Chapter XII, Section 4.B – Certification of Vouchers of this Guide. Process and … for approval using the employee’s own user ID. Sign the certification on a completed Employee Report of Travel …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii2c-expense-report-certificationTransformation of the MTA
… We also determined whether MTA has implemented any aspect of the Transformation Plan (Plan) that resulted in improved … assign, transfer, share, or consolidate any one or more of its powers, duties, functions, or activities, or any department, division or office, or any of those of its subsidiaries or affiliates. The legislation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/08/08/transformation-mtaDivorce – Basic Plan with Increased-Take-Home-Pay (ITHP)
… The New York State Court of Appeals has determined that retirement benefits are marital property and subject to … ex-spouse. A DRO gives us specific direction on how your retirement benefits should be divided. However, it does not … ensure your benefits will be distributed according to your wishes. Effective July 7, 2008, beneficiary designations for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1511/divorceDiNapoli: Audit Finds OMH Needs To Improve Oversight of Supportive Housing Providers To Ensure Safety and Well-Being of Vulnerable New Yorkers
… New York’s Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) … has not been meeting the needs of all the vulnerable New Yorkers it was created to serve, according to a new audit … New Yorks Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative ESSHI …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/12/dinapoli-audit-finds-omh-needs-improve-oversight-supportive-housing-providers-ensure-safety-and-wellDiNapoli: 529 College Savings Program Lowers Fees
… state's plan or nonqualified withdrawals. Ascensus Broker Dealer Services, LLC, serves as Program Manager and, in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-529-college-savings-program-lowers-feesFormer Avon Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing Federal Funds
… U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that that Joseph Geer, 40, of Caledonia, NY, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. District Judge Elizabeth … by emailing a complaint to investigations@osc.ny.gov or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State … US Attorney Trini E Ross announced today that that Joseph Geer 40 of Caledonia NY pleaded guilty …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/02/former-avon-police-chief-pleads-guilty-stealing-federal-fundsOpinion 90-14
… of site plans or subdivision plats (see Town Law, §§267, 274-a, 276-278). Despite the absence of express … developer to pay its independent contractors directly. May 8, 1990 Ira J. Cohen, Esq., Town Attorney Town of Mamakating …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-14Opinion 89-15
… a call for assistance to a fire protection district is a charge against and paid by the fire protection district. However, the "home area" is responsible for Volunteer Firefighters' Benefit Law coverage under those circumstances. This is in reply to your inquiries concerning the relationship …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-15Implications for the Future – 2022 Financial Condition Report
… budget and its ability to provide health care, education, human services and other essential programs. In recent years, … because they tend to rely on non-wage income, such as capital gains, which are more volatile than wages. This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2022-fcr/implications-futureDiNapoli: Second Former Mechanic at State Police Garage Pleads Guilty to Felony
… based in Oneida. Rapasadi was convicted of ordering auto parts and tools for personal use on the state police-paid account at United Auto Supply. DiNapoli’s analysis of thousands of United Auto Supply invoices found that between April 2015 and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-second-former-mechanic-state-police-garage-pleads-guilty-felonyState Agencies Bulletin No. 268
… displayed on the employees' check and/or advices. This is privacy protection for the employee. Affected Employees All … be displayed on the employees check andor advices This is privacy protection for the emplo …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/268-removing-employee-social-security-number-and-employee-identificationDiNapoli Urges New Yorkers to Fill Out 2020 Census Forms
… New York lags behind most other states in responding to the 2020 Census, ranking 38th in the country, New York … percent of New York households have responded compared to the national average of 62 percent. He urged New Yorkers to be counted and respond to the Census. “New York is in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/07/dinapoli-urges-new-yorkers-fill-out-2020-census-formsDiNapoli: School Districts Need to Improve Oversight of Technology Equipment
… not always keep records of those assets; and often failed to safeguard them from theft or damage. As a result, nearly … purchased or leased during the audit period were subject to potential theft, loss or misuse, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-school-districts-need-improve-oversight-technology-equipmentDiNapoli: Financial Plan Outlook Has Improved; State Should Now Commit to Further Increasing Reserves
… bolster reserve funds beyond planned levels to help us to weather the next crisis or recession.” Financial Plan … only $825 million in total deposits to the rainy day fund reserves are planned in SFY 2021-22, bringing total … is statutorily authorized. If collections remain above forecast and are not needed to cover unanticipated expenses, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/dinapoli-financial-plan-outlook-has-improved-state-should-now-commit-further-increasing-reservesDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 3.9% in May Compared to Last Year
… sales tax collections in New York state increased by 3.9% in May compared to the same month in 2023, according to … reflects reported sales by vendors. The next quarterly numbers (for April to June) will be available in July. Table Monthly Local Sales Tax Collections by County and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-up-39-percent-in-may-compared-last-yearHelping New York Families With the Cost of School Supplies: Is It Time to Go “Back to School” on Back-to-School?
Helping New York Families With the Cost of School Supplies: Is It Time to Go “Back to School” on Back-to-School?
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/0810snapshot.pdfProcurement and Payroll-Related Matters Pertaining to the Use of Certain Federal Funds
… Purpose To determine whether the New York City Transit Authority (Transit) used the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act … six constituent agencies, including the New York City Transit Authority (Transit). Transit operates the subways in … To determine whether the New York City Transit Authority Transit used the American Recovery and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/06/18/procurement-and-payroll-related-matters-pertaining-use-certain-federal-fundsDiNapoli: New Law Makes It Easier for the Comptroller To Return Your Lost Money
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the … the Office of the State Comptroller to expedite certain unclaimed funds payments of $250 or less. Proposed by … John T. McDonald III. “My office holds over $19 billion in unclaimed funds, and we want to make sure that every New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-new-law-makes-it-easier-comptroller-return-your-lost-money