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DiNapoli Announces Decrease in Pension Contribution Rates for FY 2016-17; Lowers Assumed Rate of Return
… decrease for fiscal year 2016-17 and the assumed rate of return for NYSLRS will be lowered from 7.5 percent to 7 … returns," DiNapoli said. "Lowering the assumed rate of return is fiscally prudent and will better position the state … in 2007 that DiNapoli has lowered the assumed rate of return. In 2010, he lowered the assumed rate of return from 8 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-announces-decrease-pension-contribution-rates-fy-2016-17-lowers-assumed-rate-returnFormer Bronx Youth Director Pleads Guilty
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark today announced the … pay back $61,098. According to the investigation by the Bronx District Attorney's Office and the State Comptroller's … a home theater. Ultimately, the grant was revoked. The Bronx DA's Office and the Comptroller’s office found that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/02/former-bronx-youth-director-pleads-guiltyOverview – Contribution Stabilization Program
… The Contribution Stabilization Program (CSP) is an optional program that allows you to pay a portion of your annual … of whether they choose to amortize in any year. The program was designed to help the State and municipalities … can participate in the Contribution Stabilization Program for more predictable pension costs …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/csp/overviewDiNapoli Proposes More Transparency for Fire Protection Costs
… local communities that contract out their fire protection services to incorporated volunteer fire companies. DiNapoli's … statement of the estimated costs of providing fire services prior to contract negotiations with any town, … that the public is aware of the costs of providing fire services before contracts are signed and creates a more …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-proposes-more-transparency-fire-protection-costsDiNapoli: Queens Woman Sentenced to Probation and Pays Full Restitution for Stealing $85,000 in NYS Pension Payments Meant for Her Deceased Father
… on payments to the management company of her father’s condominium, where she resided. In total, Hansen stole …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-queens-woman-sentenced-probation-and-pays-full-restitution-stealing-85000-nys-pensionOpinion 97-8
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … that claims be certified) CLAIMS -- Certification of (necessity for in city) LOCAL LAWS -- Claims …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-97-8Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority,” said DiNapoli. … credits because officials did not grant the appropriate number of points to volunteers for participation in department responses nor accurately …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/08/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsDiNapoli: Former Beekman Tax Collector Sentenced for Theft of Over $86,000
… five years’ probation, community service, and time served. Colucci served 209 days in jail, paid restitution in full and … State Police for their assistance in ensuring justice was served in this case.” New York State Police Acting …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-former-beekman-tax-collector-sentenced-theft-over-86000DiNapoli: Former Alexandria Town Clerk Pleads Guilty in Theft
… Attorney Kristyna S. Mills said. Peck, 64, of Alexandria Bay, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the fourth degree (a … for the town of Alexandria and the village of Alexandria Bay, stole cash paid for transfer station, arena and clerk … in 2014. To read the audit, visit: http://www.osc.state.ny.us/localgov/audits/towns/2016/alexandria.pdf Since taking …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/dinapoli-former-alexandria-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-theftIntroduction to IT Governance – Information Technology Governance
… (IT) systems including, but not limited to, costs for computers and related hardware equipment, software, … and personnel training. They rely on IT systems for storing and processing important financial and … Management, including the governing board, is responsible for ensuring that the right IT internal controls are in place …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/it-governance/introduction-it-governanceXI.18.I Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… not contain the above certification may not be considered for award; provided however, that if the bidder cannot make … submitting transactions to the OSC Bureau of Contracts for approval. If the selected bidder cannot provide the … their assessment as to why the bidder’s justification for not providing the certification is reasonable. Guide to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi18i-sexual-harassment-prevention-certificationIX.6.E Education Department - G5 System – IX. Federal Grants
… ACH system. The G5 system also provides for a book entry feature to make adjustments between grants without having to … payment requests affecting their accounts. The G5 drawdown page contains a “Last Day to Draw” field that is strictly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-ix/ix6e-education-department-g5-systemMessage from the Comptroller – 2021 Financial Condition Report
… It highlights major issues in programmatic areas ranging from public health to public safety, energy and the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2021-fcr/message-comptrollerDiNapoli: Former Treasurer Arrested for Stealing From Essex County Fair
… and the New York State Police announced that Bridget Brown, former treasurer of the Essex County Agricultural … young children and adults through the Essex County Fair. Brown worked for the Society from 2013 to 2019 and currently … appointed Special Prosecutor by the Essex County Court. “Brown was entrusted to ensure that funds collected from the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-former-treasurer-arrested-stealing-essex-county-fairDiNapoli: Otsego County Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing From School District
… Comptroller, and was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Barnett. Since taking office in 2007, DiNapoli has …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/01/dinapoli-otsego-county-woman-pleads-guilty-stealing-school-districtDiNapoli: State Pension Fund Reaches Record High of $176.2 Billion
… equity market, coupled with strong private equity and real estate returns, drove much of our growth. The Fund’s … Non-US Equities 13.2% 13.1% Private Equity 17.5% 7.9% Real Estate 18.7% 6.9% TIPS* -6.2% 5.8% Global Equities …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/dinapoli-state-pension-fund-reaches-record-high-1762-billionComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… announced his office completed audits of the Village of Attica , Columbia County Department of Weights and Measures , … is being spent appropriately and effectively.” Village of Attica – Justice Court (Wyoming County) The village justices … announced his office completed audits of the Village of Attica Columbia County Department of Weights and Measures …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0DiNapoli: Former State Employee Arrested for Falsely Claiming She Never Received $4K Loan Check from New York State and Local Retirement System
… allegedly falsely claiming to the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) that she never received a $4,055 … recovered the $4,055 from the third-party’s account. Brady is scheduled to appear back in court on May 24. Since taking … Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by calling the toll-free Fraud Hotline at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-former-state-employee-arrested-falsely-claiming-she-never-received-4k-loan-check-new-yorkXIII.4.E Overnight Per Diem Rates – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… by the General Service Administration (GSA) for travel within the continental US (CONUS) and by the Department of State for travel outside the continental US (OCONUS). By adhering to … not taxable to the employee. The maximum allowances for travel are updated in SFS each year to coincide with CONUS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii4e-overnight-diem-ratesXIII.4.D Meals and Incidental Expenses Breakdown – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… with federal GSA rate changes. Please note the 2025-2026 M&IE per diem rates did not change from the 2024-2025 … from the M&IE allowance. NYS does not use “First & Last Day of Travel” per diem rates. October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026 Meals and Incidental Expenses Total Continental …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii4d-meals-and-incidental-expenses-breakdown