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State Comptroller DiNapoli: Costs Will Climb for Municipal Landfills

… DiNapoli. "Before landfills begin to reach capacity, it is critical that local governments plan for future costs that … liabilities for landfills totaling $298 million, which is the estimated amount they expect to pay over a 30-year … the city an estimated $400,000 per year. Monroe County is receiving lower revenue-sharing payments for recyclables …

DiNapoli & NYC Make it Easier to Save for College

… the $25 minimum contribution required to open an account in an effort to make the important college savings … year for every $1,000 invested in the plan. The maximum account balance will be increased from $375,000 to $520,000 … $200 in matching funds will be added to each scholarship account during the Save for College Program's first three …

DiNapoli Finds Opportunities for Improved NYPD Hate Crimes Reporting

… to fight these crimes, according to a  report  released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.  The … hate crime data in an annual statewide report and submits summary data to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for … had to report that incident as only a single bias.  As a result of this system limitation, stakeholders may not be …

DiNapoli: Special Education Contractor Convicted for $2 Million Fraud

… special education provider, who pleaded guilty to fraud charges earlier this year following a joint … the Southern District Preet Bharara, was sentenced today to 24 months incarceration and ordered to pay $2,151,318 in restitution and forfeit another … Queensbased special education provider who pleaded guilty to fraud charges earlier this year following a joint …

State Comptroller DiNapoli Launches Academy for Local Government Officials

… Officials that will provide an enhanced training program to help local administrators and employees become more effective in the day-to-day operations of their government. The Academy, operated … watchdog. We look over the shoulders of local officials to make sure the books are managed right, but we also offer …

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DiNapoli: Fiscal Stress May be Looming for Glens Falls

… The report, part of DiNapoli’s fiscal stress initiative, is the latest in a series of fiscal profiles on … for the civic center. To alleviate the burden, the city is offering the civic center at public auction in August … functions, including police dispatch services, Glens Falls is now operating with minimal fund balance and an extremely …

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DiNapoli: Fire Department Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds

… York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the arrest of Dennis Snow, the treasurer of the LeRoy Fire Department in Genesee County. Snow was charged with two counts of grand … York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli today announced the arrest of Dennis Snow the treasurer of the LeRoy Fire …

DiNapoli: Farms Generate $4.8 Billion for New York's Economy

… in the top five nationwide, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Agriculture … in the top five nationwide according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli …

DiNapoli: Scores Reveal Fiscal Stress Continues for Certain Communities

… fiscally stressed , this includes 12 counties, 11 cities and 21 towns. For the third consecutive year DiNapoli’s … has evaluated the financial stability of local governments and has identified 70 municipalities in fiscal stress at … governments have not improved over the past three years, and it is looking tougher for New York’s cities,” said …

DiNapoli: Farms Generated $5.7 Billion for New York Economy

… by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Agriculture is an essential part of New York’s economy,” DiNapoli said. … leader for a variety of agricultural commodities. Milk is the state’s largest commodity, ranking third for sales … ranks third for grapes and eleventh for beer. New York is the third largest producer of wine, with its wineries …

State Medicaid Bought Erectile Dysfunction Drugs for Sex Offenders

… The state’s Medicaid program paid more than $60,000 for sexual … 47 sex offenders, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. In total, Medicaid made … office identified this problem, which led to national and state changes. While the state Department of Health …

DiNapoli: Tax Cap Remains at Two Percent for 2020

… Thomas P. DiNapoli. This figure affects the tax cap calculations for all counties, towns, fire districts, 44 … remain vigilant when crafting their budgets.” The tax cap, which first applied to local governments in 2012, limits … a provision that allows municipalities to override the tax cap. During the 2014 through 2018 fiscal years, …

Bradford Fire Co. Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds

… accounts and records. Hamilton was issued an appearance ticket and will be arraigned in town of Bradford court on … the public to help fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by …

DiNapoli Finds Slow Property Tax Growth for Local Governments

… to override their tax cap in the first year of the new tax freeze law was about the same as in the year prior. However, preliminary analysis of the new tax freeze compliance forms indicates that, in fact, the number … 2013-14. Of the 677 school districts subject to the tax freeze credit requirements, 97 percent (658) levied property …

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Jump for Third Year

Local sales tax collections continued to climb in 2018 growing for the third year in a row according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P

Pension Contribution Rates to Decrease for Fiscal Year 2015-16

… being felt around the country, but New York’s pension fund is well-funded, is steadily recovering and will continue to meet its … LLC, as part of an independent actuarial review which is performed every five years. In 2012, DiNapoli directed …

DiNapoli Report Finds Medicaid Costs for Treating Asthma Rising

… for medical costs and lost productivity, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … Bronx and four upstate counties, according to DiNapoli's report. SFY 2012-13   Recipients Prevalence Rate Schenectady … public asthma programs to those most in need, DiNapoli's report concludes. Declines in asthma-related deaths and …

The Survivor’s Benefit Program for New York State Employees

… death benefit to your survivors if you are an eligible New York State employee. You may be eligible even if you are not a member of the New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), the New York State Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS), the … provides a minimum death benefit to survivors of eligible New York State employees …