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DiNapoli: State Must Consider Pros and Cons of Gaming Revenues, Problem Gambling
… of dollars each year for New York,” DiNapoli said. “While numbers are down this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Gaming Commission is … Gambling in New York State Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/dinapoli-state-must-consider-pros-and-cons-gaming-revenues-problem-gamblingOversight of Waste Tire Site Cleanup and Use of Waste Tire Fees
… Objectives To determine if the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is adequately monitoring … are being used consistent with the purposes defined in the Environmental Conservation Law. The audit covers the … waste tire management and recycling fee of $2.50 for each new tire sold, and DEC is authorized to use collected fees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/08/29/oversight-waste-tire-site-cleanup-and-use-waste-tire-feesDiNapoli: Former Poestenkill Employee Charged With Stealing $3,000 From Town
… Rensselaer County District Attorney Mary Pat Donnelly and New York State Police Acting Superintendent Steven A. … “This arrest demonstrates the hard work of our members and law enforcement partners focused on the same goal; holding those who break our laws, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-former-poestenkill-employee-charged-stealing-3000-townNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (March 4, 2021)
… Buffalo would receive $350 million under the House bill; Rochester, $207 million; Syracuse, $126 million; Yonkers, $89 … Niagara Falls $59,477,053 Poughkeepsie $20,773,058 Rochester $206,828,044 Rome $25,939,899 Saratoga Springs …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/impact-covid-19-march-4-2021New York's 529 College Savings Program Delivers $287 Million to College Students Since January
… Program has helped New York students and families pay for more than $287 million in college-related expenses this … time to consider opening a 529 College Savings account for your child,” DiNapoli said. “For just as little as $25, you can begin laying the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/new-yorks-529-college-savings-program-delivers-287-million-college-students-januaryOpinion 98-5
… subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST … in the official record of the board's proceedings. Based on the foregoing, the submission of a voucher to a county … held public officials to a high standard of conduct and, on occasion, have negated certain actions which, although not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-5Town of Gardiner – Town Clerk/Tax Collector (2024M-78)
… remitted and reported collections accurately and in a timely manner. Key Findings The Clerk generally … totaling $69,975 in a timely manner or in accordance with New York State Town Law (Town Law) Section 30 that requires fees over $250 to be …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2024/10/11/town-gardiner-town-clerktax-collector-2024m-78Opinion 91-14
… longer represent those views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that … for village) REFERENDUM -- Permissive (need for prior to cooperation agreement for refuse collection) REFUSE AND … the contract is subject to a permissive referendum. You have informed us that the district in question was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-14Annual Audit
… amounts to be paid. Separate and apart from our daily audit, we reviewed claims processed by the Board on a post …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/06/02/annual-auditMotor Vehicle Financial Security and Safety Responsibility Acts – Assessable Expenses for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2014
… help ensure that the operators of motor vehicles driven in New York State possess adequate insurance coverage, or are financially …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2015/04/15/motor-vehicle-financial-security-and-safety-responsibility-acts-assessable-expenses-fiscalOpinion 92-43
… longer represent those views if, among other things, there have been subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that … AND HIGHWAYS -- Highway Supplies and Equipment (necessity to obtain prior town board approval for purchases of); … highway superintendent be approved by the town board. You have enclosed a copy of the town's "purchasing resolution" …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-92-43DiNapoli Announces State Contract and Payment Actions for August 2015
… and approved 1.7 million payments worth $8.5 billion in August. His office also rejected 191 contracts and related … ensures that costs are reasonable, the playing field is level and taxpayers get the best value for their money. … design services. $1.6 million with Navistar Inc. for heavy duty trucks. $932,000 with United Uniform Co. for work …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-announces-state-contract-and-payment-actions-august-2015Opinion 88-4
… subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. COUNTIES -- Powers and Duties (providing … - refreshments to foster parent trainees) SOCIAL SERVICES LAW, §371; STATE CONSTITUTION, ART VIII, §1: A county may …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-4Advanced Therapeutic Concepts, Inc. – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… reported by Advanced Therapeutic Concepts, Inc. (ATC) on its Consolidated Fiscal Reports (CFRs) were reasonable, … Cost Manual (Manual). The audit included expenses claimed on ATC’s CFRs for the three fiscal years ended June 30, 2015. … using rates established by SED. The rates are based on the financial information that ATC reports to SED on its …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/11/28/advanced-therapeutic-concepts-inc-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualOpinion 96-4
… -- Municipal Funds (disposition of proceeds of sale of property); (establishment of general reserve fund); … (authority to supersede village budget procedures) -- Real Property (payment of proceeds of sale of village property to … county officials desired to set aside for a three-year tax stabilization program. In invalidating the budget the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-96-4DiNapoli: Inflation in NYC Metro Area Up 6.1% in March, Growing at Highest Rate in 30 Years
… Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicates consumer prices … find commonly requested data. … Recent data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics BLS indicates consumer prices grew …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/dinapoli-inflation-nyc-metro-area-march-growing-highest-rate-30-yearsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… they did not have a plan to identify all potential outlets for sampling. Auditors also found that district officials did …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-audits-0New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on U.S. Withdrawal From Paris Agreement
… "The Trump Administration’s decision today to formally begin withdrawing the United States from the Paris Agreement on climate change is a shameful move. "I was in Paris to support the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/11/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-us-withdrawal-paris-agreementDiNapoli: Job Creation Increases for IDA Projects
… within their communities. “IDAs are an important catalyst for economic development in our state,” said DiNapoli. “But … information they gather about the projects, and policies for recapturing financial assistance if project goals are not … of taxes, leaving the total net exemptions for the year at $632 million – a decrease of $28.5 million, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-job-creation-increases-ida-projectsOpinion 91-9
… of Second Class Cities Law) SECOND CLASS CITIES LAW, §§4, 75; MUNICIPAL HOME RULE LAW, §23(2)(f): A city of the second … has implied authority under Second Class Cities Law, §75 to include in its annual estimate a reasonable amount for … class which is governed by Second Class Cities Law, §75 may not increase any item in the annual estimate submitted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-9