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DiNapoli: NYC Retail Sector Battered by Pandemic
… The retail sector, one of New York City’s biggest employers, is … survive into next year and beyond.” In 2019, the city’s retail sector had 32,600 businesses that provided 344,600 … according to DiNapoli’s report. About 44 percent of all retail workers who lived in the city were immigrants. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/12/dinapoli-nyc-retail-sector-battered-pandemicDiNapoli: State Medicaid Needs to Stop Paying Bills That Federally Funded Plans Should Cover
… The state Department of Health (DOH) can save hundreds of millions of dollars in costs if it strengthens its oversight of enrollment in Medicaid and other public health plans, according to two audits released … The state Department of Health DOH can save hundreds of millions of dollars in costs if it …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/09/dinapoli-state-medicaid-needs-stop-paying-bills-federally-funded-plans-should-coverDiNapoli Audit: Pre-K Special Education Provider Spent $2.5 Million in Unallowed Expenses
… the State Education Department (SED) for $2.6 million in expenses that were not allowed. “The State Education … for the cost of their SEIT programs based on the eligible expenses they report. Providers are not allowed to charge the … were found the audit was expanded to include certain expenses from the two prior fiscal years. The audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/dinapoli-audit-pre-k-special-education-provider-spent-25-million-unallowed-expensesState Contract and Payment Actions in September
… of Civil Service $3 million with OpAD Media Solutions LLC to provide media buying services for continuous … Authority $28.8 million with Millennium Power Company LLC for off island electric capacity purchase. Office of … $25.9 million to Maximus US Services Inc. for enrollment broker services for the Office of Health Insurance Programs. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/state-contract-and-payment-actions-septemberState Contract and Payment Actions in April
… Book New York . Major Contracts Approved Office of General Services – Design & Construction $37 million with Gross … and personal alarm system at the Albion Correctional Facility in Orleans County. $11.9 million with Hudson Valley … for various buildings at the Green Haven Correctional Facility in Dutchess County. $1.3 million with KS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/state-contract-and-payment-actions-aprilDiNapoli: MTA Weekend Ridership Recovery Outpaces Weekdays Across the Board
… accelerated in recent years, suggesting the MTA continue to adjust service in response, according to a report released … said. “The MTA should continue to focus on increasing the reliability and frequency of service on weekends to meet the ongoing rise in demand. The authority can also work …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/04/dinapoli-mta-weekend-ridership-recovery-outpaces-weekdays-across-boardDiNapoli: Wall Street Profits Surge Again, Giving New York a Fiscal Boost
… pretax profits of the broker/dealer operations of New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) member firms. There are 130 NYSE member firms, down from more than 200 in 2007 before the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-wall-street-profits-surge-again-giving-new-york-fiscal-boostAs Racial Homeownership Disparities Persist, State's Mortgage Agency Increases Lending to Minority and Low-Income Borrowers
… data could be released more frequently on the Open Data NY portal, and county or neighborhood level data would … The St of NY Mortgage Agency boosted lending and programs for minority …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/racial-homeownership-disparities-persist-states-mortgage-agency-increases-lending-minority-and-lowDiNapoli: Four Arrested for Allegedly Defrauding Medicaid Out of Over $1.6 Million
… General Frank T. Walsh, Jr. today announced the arrests of four defendants for allegedly using three Medicaid … companies to systematically defraud the program out of more than $1.6 million. Those arrested were Jawad … Medicaid transportation companies, A1 Rides Inc., NY Jet Transport Inc. and Ride to Recovery Corp., were allegedly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/06/dinapoli-four-arrested-allegedly-defrauding-medicaid-out-over-16-millionPreventing Inappropriate and Excessive Costs in the New York State Health Insurance Program
… Program (NYSHIP), administered by the State Department of Civil Service (Civil Service), is one of the nation’s largest public sector … of NYSHIP’s members, at an annual cost of $8.4 billion. Civil Service contracts with UnitedHealthcare (United) to … Insurance Program administered by the State Department of Civil Service is one of the nations largest public sector …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/05/09/preventing-inappropriate-and-excessive-costs-new-york-state-health-insurance-programDiNapoli: New York City's Tech Sector Is Booming
… since the Great Recession, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The report … Yorkers to the opportunities in tech," said de Blasio. "Today's jobs report demonstrates just how critical diversity … since the Great Recession according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-new-york-citys-tech-sector-boomingDiNapoli: New York City Projects Surplus in 2017 Despite Slower Tax Collections
… for example, tax collections exceeded the city’s initial forecast by more than $3 billion. While the amount of … have been weaker than expected, and the city lowered its forecast by $127 million. Although job growth is slowing, it … billion. Read the report , or go to: http://www.osc.state.ny.us/osdc/rpt9-2017.pdf For access to state and local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-new-york-city-projects-surplus-2017-despite-slower-tax-collectionsDiNapoli Releases Economic Snapshot of Long Island Highlighting Growth and Challenges
… Many of Long Island’s 2.8 million residents enjoy a high quality of life, … and challenging commutes, according to a report on the Island’s economy released today by New York State Comptroller … “The number of jobs has reached a record level on Long Island and the region boasts average wages that are the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/05/dinapoli-releases-economic-snapshot-long-island-highlighting-growth-and-challengesDiNapoli: Local Communities Reducing Number of Homeless Veterans
… DiNapoli. Homeless veterans declined from 5,765 in 2011 to 1,248 individuals in 2016 in New York, a decrease of 78.4 … "As we honor our men and women who have served in our Armed Forces, the Comptroller has lasered in on the plight of our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/dinapoli-local-communities-reducing-number-homeless-veteransDiNapoli: The Mayor's Proposed Budget Takes Large Steps In Addressing Outstanding Labor Contracts
… nearly $39 billion to $92.5 billion between fiscal years 2006 and 2013, and will likely continue to grow during the … has been concentrated in lower-paying sectors. Wall Street is one of the city’s economic engines and a major … source of tax revenues. The city forecasts lower Wall Street profits and bonuses in calendar year 2014. Although …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/dinapoli-mayors-proposed-budget-takes-large-steps-addressing-outstanding-labor-contractsNew York State Employees and Federal Funding – Federal Funding and New York
… variety of means, including state taxes, fees and federal funding. The New York State Division of the Budget (DOB) … of actual State workers whose jobs are backed by federal funding may be somewhat greater. One FTE may be a full-time … funded through a mix of State and federal funds. Federal funding pays for State workers to carry out essential …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/budget/fed-funding-ny/new-york-state-employees-and-federal-fundingSelected Programs to Assist Businesses in New York City
… The New York City Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) mission is to help “unlock economic potential and create … Previously known as the Department of Business Services, SBS is tasked with helping businesses throughout New York … The average rebate was $47,841 – ranging from $145 to $461,191, based on the utility bill, which could be electricity …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/03/14/selected-programs-assist-businesses-new-york-cityDiNapoli: New York’s Workforce Development Programs Lack Governance and Coordination
… Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) and 95 One-Stop Career Centers, offers WFD programs and services to address … of stakeholders, has been inactive for five years, last meeting in January 2017. A roster provided by DOL in … availability, and the number of potential users per career center as potential barriers to accessing WFD programs …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-new-yorks-workforce-development-programs-lack-governance-and-coordinationDiNapoli: NYC Department of Education Must Do More to Combat Mental Health Crisis Among Youth
… crisis among youth, the NYC Department of Education (DOE) can do more to ensure that public school students … staff and too few have services readily available—and that DOE provides little oversight to ensure students receive the … to developing their awareness and resilience. “While DOE has shown a willingness to confront these issues, many of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/08/dinapoli-nyc-department-education-must-do-more-combat-mental-health-crisis-among-youthDiNapoli: NYC's Fiscal Picture Improves Short Term, but Significant Risks Lie Ahead
… “It also recognized higher-than-expected revenue from tax collections and the remainder of federal pandemic relief … health programming, enhanced rental- and food-related income supports and access to legal counsel, if it intends on … year, when the city deposited $500 million into its rainy-day fund, the city has not yet set aside money for reserves …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/dinapoli-nycs-fiscal-picture-improves-short-term-significant-risks-lie-ahead