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DiNapoli: Former City of Corning Clerk Arrested for Stealing Public Funds
… more than $5,000 in public funds by pocketing parking permit fees; code enforcement fees; utility receipts; water and sewer fees; and parking summons fees. “I‘m dismayed that we continue to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/dinapoli-former-city-corning-clerk-arrested-stealing-public-fundsDiNapoli: More Security Needed for Hazardous Materials at SUNY University Centers
… Two of the State University of New York’s (SUNY) flagship campuses, Buffalo and Stony … to an audit of seven SUNY schools released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Rules to safeguard … Two of the State University of New Yorks SUNY flagship campuses …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/dinapoli-more-security-needed-hazardous-materials-suny-university-centersDiNapoli: Strong Growth for Local Sales Tax Collections Halfway Into 2018
… across New York grew 6 percent in the first six months of 2018, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Through June, local collections totaled … across New York grew 6 percent in the first six months of 2018 according to a report released today by State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/08/dinapoli-strong-growth-local-sales-tax-collections-halfway-2018Aid and Incentives for Municipalities (AIM) and Temporary Municipal Assistance (TMA)
… AIM In each State fiscal year, the Aid and Incentives for Municipalities (AIM) program provides state aid to all of … program. The 2019-20 Enacted State Budget eliminated aid for 1,325 towns and villages determined to be less reliant on … established AIM-Related payments which continued funding for the impacted towns and villages in the amounts that they …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/data/aid-and-incentives-municipalities-aim-and-temporary-municipal-assistance-tmaHamburg Recreation Worker Sentenced to Jail and Probation for Stealing $156K
… which she has now repaid. Joanne Erickson skimmed money from village fees, then altered public records to … Erickson, 54, took fees from 2011 to 2017, including money for children’s programs, according to an investigation … “Over the course of six years, this defendant embezzled money intended to support programs for children in her …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/03/hamburg-recreation-worker-sentenced-jail-and-probation-stealing-156kDiNapoli: South Carolina Woman Arrested for Stealing $147,455 in Pension Payments
… woman was arrested today for allegedly stealing $147,455 in pension payments meant for her deceased mother, New York … Solicitor Barnette and Sheriff Rhyne for their partnership in holding her accountable.” "This is an excellent example of … efforts of our partners and are pleased to have assisted in bringing charges in this matter," Rhyne said. Jones’ …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/11/dinapoli-south-carolina-woman-arrested-stealing-147455-pension-paymentsLife Changes: Getting Your Affairs in Order and A Guide for Survivors
… Organize Your Files Set up a file in a secure place at home listing all your records, certificates, names and phone … of which you are a member — some of them may be able to assist your survivors. Contact information for … A joint lessee of the box or authorized person should be able to access the box to copy burial or funeral …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/getting-your-affairs-order-and-guide-survivorsPartial Lump Sum (PLS) Payment at Retirement — For Eligible NYSLRS Members
… What is a Partial Lump Sum (PLS) Payment? A Partial Lump Sum (PLS) distribution is a single payment equal to a percentage of the value of your pension benefit at retirement. The payment amount depends on your eligibility and the percentage … a percentage of their retirement benefit in a single payment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/partial-lump-sum-paymentThe Survivor’s Benefit Program for New York State Management / Confidential Employees
… ensures that your survivors will receive a death benefit if you die before retiring. Your survivors may be eligible even … the State University Optional Retirement Program (TIAA). What are the eligibility requirements? There is no need to … The Survivors Benefit Program provides a minimum death benefit to survivors of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/survivors-benefit-program-nys-management-confidential-employeesSpecial Plan for Nassau County Fire Marshals (Sections 89-w and 603[s])
… Special Nassau County Fire Marshals Plan for PFRS Tier 1 2 4 5 6 and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/special-plan-nassau-county-fire-marshals-sections-89-w-and-603sSpecial Plan for Suffolk County Correction Officers (Sections 89-f and 603 (c))
… (Return to Top) (Return to Top) (Return to Top) VO1811 (Rev. 6/12) © 2012, New York State and Local Retirement System …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/special-plan-suffolk-county-correction-officers-sections-89-f-and-603-cSpecial Plan for Westchester County Correction Officers (Sections 89-e and 603(b))
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https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/special-plan-westchester-county-correction-officers-sections-89-e-and-603bDiNapoli: Syracuse Man Sentenced for Stealing Nearly $22,000 in Pension Checks
… today to serve five years’ probation and ordered to pay full restitution, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, … today to serve five years probation and ordered to pay full restitution …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/09/dinapoli-syracuse-man-sentenced-stealing-nearly-22000-pension-checksDebt Approvals for Public Authorities, Municipalities, School Districts and District Corporations
… to sell their notes and bonds at private or negotiated sale to first secure the New York State Comptroller’s … bonds or notes at private sale, regardless of limitations on private sales otherwise in law. New York City, Buffalo, … Form”). The Guidelines summarize the process and criteria for the State Comptroller's review of the terms and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/debt/approvalsDiNapoli: Tax Exemptions Jump While Job Gains Slow for IDA Projects
… $76.8 billion, an increase of 4.8 percent over 2012; The highest number of IDA-sponsored projects in 2013 were on Long … and the Capital District ($113.2 million) granted the highest amount of tax exemptions; and Operating expenses for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-tax-exemptions-jump-while-job-gains-slow-ida-projectsDiNapoli: Former Beekman Tax Collector Sentenced for Theft of Over $86,000
… Police today announced that Jennifer Colucci, a former tax collector for the town of Beekman, was sentenced to pay … who put their trust in her.” Colucci served as Beekman’s tax collector for two years ending in August 2020. During that time, she stole $86,389 in tax payments to pay for her online shopping, groceries and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-former-beekman-tax-collector-sentenced-theft-over-86000DiNapoli Urges Parents to Open a College Savings Account for Their Children
… college and offers tax deductions up to $10,000 annually. "A smart way to combat rising college costs is to plan ahead. … ones to take advantage of this opportunity and open an account today. Saving for college now can make a significant difference in a student’s life later." New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-urges-parents-open-college-savings-account-their-childrenDiNapoli: Audits Reveal Millions in Lost Revenue for Local Water Systems
… Audits of municipal water systems estimate local governments are losing millions of dollars in revenue due to water loss, inaccurate meters or … Thomas P. DiNapoli. The report analyzed the results of audits conducted by DiNapoli's office of 161 local … Audits of municipal water systems estimate local governments are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-audits-reveal-millions-lost-revenue-local-water-systemsDiNapoli: Former Bemus Point Clerk Arrested for Theft of Over $60,000
… Schmidt and Chautauqua County Sheriff James B. Quattrone today announced the arrest of Jennifer Jaeger, former Bemus … degree, and official misconduct. Jaeger will be arraigned today in Chautauqua County Court in front of Judge David W. … Schmidt and Chautauqua County Sheriff James B Quattrone today announced the arrest of Jennifer Jaeger former Bemus …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/dinapoli-former-bemus-point-clerk-arrested-theft-over-60000State Comptroller DiNapoli Announces New Cybersecurity Training Webinars for Local Governments
… new “10-minute Tech Talk” cybersecurity training webinars for local government officials with weekly releases planned … sophisticated and commonplace, the importance of training for the "people" part of a cyberdefense has grown even more … School Accountability’s Applied Technology Unit. The theme for this year's campaign is "See Yourself in Cyber," …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-announces-new-cybersecurity-training-webinars-local-governments