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Opinion 89-27
… that county supervisors who take office after a certain date be required to contribute a greater amount for health … than those supervisors who were in office prior to such date, as long as the resolution is consistent with equal … that county supervisors who take office after a certain date be required to contribute a greater amount for health …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-27Opinion 93-17
… claims against such a school district, or awards or sums payable by such a school district pursuant to a … if the amounts needed to pre-pay the contributions are "sums" payable pursuant to an administrative or quasi-judicial … or settled claims" and "awards" precede the term "sums" in section 37.00(a)(3) and all connote to varying …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-17DiNapoli Rejects DOT Contract due to Unanswered Questions About Contractor
… (DOT) contract with Whitestone, N.Y.-based Limnes Corp. for $4.7 million for painting bridges in Nassau and … was the alter ego of another entity, GBE Contracting Corp., which failed to pay prevailing wages and falsified … of Transportation contract with Whitestone NYbased Limnes Corp for $47 million for painting bridges in Nassau and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/dinapoli-rejects-dot-contract-due-unanswered-questions-about-contractorCompliance With Requirements to Maintain Systems at Vendor-Supported Levels (Follow-Up)
… included in our initial audit report, Compliance With Requirements to Maintain Systems at Vendor-Supported Levels … The Policy defines the minimum information security requirements that all State entities (including all public … integrity, and availability of information. This includes requirements for ensuring systems are up to date and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/01/19/compliance-requirements-maintain-systems-vendor-supported-levels-followDiNapoli Urges Congress to Expand Eligibility for Savings Program for Individuals with Disabilities
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today urged … and Means Committee. Five of the bill's sponsors are from New York, including Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, as well as U.S. … like this to support our disabled communities across New York state, and I will continue to fight for common sense …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/11/dinapoli-urges-congress-expand-eligibility-savings-program-individuals-disabilitiesGlobal Investor Coalition Calls on Exxon to Prepare for a Lower Carbon Future
… on climate trends or risk being left behind.” The Paris UN Climate Conference concluded with world leaders committed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/global-investor-coalition-calls-exxon-prepare-lower-carbon-futureLocal Sales Tax Collections Increased by 3% in July Compared to Last Year
… Local sales tax collections in New York state grew by 3% in July compared to the same month in 2022, according … today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Overall, local collections totaled $1.82 billion, up $53.3 million … Local sales tax collections in New York state grew by 3 in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/local-sales-tax-collections-increased-3-july-compared-last-yearDiNapoli Releases Report on State Spending to Implement Raise the Age Law
… RTA changed the age of criminal responsibility as an adult from 16- to 18-years-old. The law was phased in over … through procedures in family court, rather than the adult criminal justice system, and can no longer be detained …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-releases-report-state-spending-implement-raise-age-lawState Comptroller DiNapoli: $360M Needed to Repair Local Dams
… life and property. Under DEC's classifications, there are 407 high-hazard dams in New York, more than half of which … or otherwise insufficient to determine a condition rating, then DEC will either not assign a rating, or assign a condition rating of "unsound" based on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/state-comptroller-dinapoli-360m-needed-repair-local-damsDiNapoli: State Needs to Improve Services for Vulnerable Adults
… Services (APS) for vulnerable adults, many of them senior citizens, who need help with food, shelter or medical … each case to determine what help is needed, such as a new living arrangement, money management advice, meal deliveries …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/dinapoli-state-needs-improve-services-vulnerable-adultsDiNapoli: Systemic Oversight Deficiencies Put Thousands of Mitchell-Lama Affordable Housing Units at Risk
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli released a report recommending concrete actions needed to improve … Al Taylor . “In my district, residents of Esplanade Gardens have experienced firsthand how weak oversight and … uncovering these critical issues. CUFFH stands ready to support addressed these issues without delay." “The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/03/dinapoli-systemic-oversight-deficiencies-put-thousands-mitchell-lama-affordable-housing-units-riskDiNapoli: Chipotle Needs to Address Concerns Over Racial Equity and Inclusion
… of the company’s practices related to civil rights, racial equity, diversity and inclusion, and how these affect the … has produced evidence showing they are assessing racial equity. An independent audit looking at these issues is … including customer and employee attrition, negative press, significant fines and regulatory inquiries. A racial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-chipotle-needs-address-concerns-over-racial-equity-and-inclusionCybersecurity Risk Management – Part 1
This webinar will walk through key aspects of the risk management process, including defining what cybersecurity risk is and discussing information security models and internal and security controls that can be implemented to help mitigate those risks.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/cybersecurity-risk-management-100224.pdfOpinion 88-40
… Custody by the fiscal officer of one participant of any or all moneys made available for expenditure for the joint …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-40Opinion 97 - 12
… OF INTEREST -- Employment Contracts (planning board secretary as employee of engineer who appears before the board) -- Engineering Services (planning board secretary as employee of engineer who appears before the … LAW, §§801, 805-a: An arrangement whereby the recording secretary of the town planning board is employed by a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-12Opinion 88-13
… However, even if that exception applies or the mayor resigns his position as vice-president, he would be deemed to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-13Opinion 90-61
… to impose benefit assessments or user fees) TOWN LAW, §§202(3), 202-a(1): A town may assess the costs of establishing and … 76 NY2d 701, 558 NYS2d 891; 1986 Opns St Comp No. 86-53, p 89; see also Municipal Home Rule Law, §10[1][ii][d][3], …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-90-61Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance SSP Payments Made to State Employees
… Purpose The objective of our examination was to determine the appropriateness of New York State Supplemental Program (SSP) Payments the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) made to … The objective of our examination was to determine the appropriateness of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/01/09/office-temporary-and-disability-assistance-ssp-payments-made-state-employeesDiNapoli & Lander’s Proposal Calling on Wells Fargo Board to Report on Efforts to Prevent Discrimination and Harassment Wins Majority Support From Shareholders
… and New York City Comptroller Brad Lander called on Wells Fargo & Co.’s board of directors to publicly report on … as fiduciary to the city’s five public pension funds. “Wells Fargo employees are one of the company's most valuable … act." “Shareholders have sent a loud and clear message to Wells Fargo that harassment and discrimination have no …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-landers-proposal-calling-wells-fargo-board-report-efforts-prevent-discrimination-andState Comptroller DiNapoli Calls on Corporations to Disclose Political Spending
… Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., Zillow Group, and Zoom Video Communications , ask the companies to publicly report …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-calls-corporations-disclose-political-spending