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DiNapoli: Nearly 14% of New Yorkers Live in Poverty; Surpasses National Average for Eight Straight Years

… according to the first in a series of reports released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli examining “New … according to the first in a series of reports released today by State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli examining New …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/12/dinapoli-nearly-14-percent-of-new-yorkers-live-poverty-surpasses-national-average-eight-straight-years

DiNapoli Report Looks at Foreclosure Impact on Local Governments

… homes,” DiNapoli said. “We must continue efforts to help homeowners and implement solutions that support local … foreclosure has drawn out the process, increasing costs for individuals and municipalities. This is particularly …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/dinapoli-report-looks-foreclosure-impact-local-governments

Village of Herkimer – Water and Sewer Financial Operations Audit Follow-Up (2019M-102-F)

… report – pdf] [read complete 2019 report – pdf] Purpose of Audit The purpose of our review was to assess the Village of Herkimer’s (Village’s) progress, as of March 2024, in … The purpose of our review was to assess the Village of Herkimers Villages progress as of March 2024 in …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2024/06/28/village-herkimer-water-and-sewer-financial-operations-audit-follow-2019m-102-f

Town of Otselic – Records and Reports and Conflict of Interest Audit Follow-Up (2021M-36-F)

… located in Chenango County, is governed by its charter and State and local laws. The Town is governed by an elected … and four Board members. The Board is responsible for the general oversight of the operations and finances. … executive officer and chief financial officer responsible for the day-to-day financial operations. Results of Review …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2024/08/16/town-otselic-records-and-reports-and-conflict-interest-audit-follow-2021m-36-f

Town of Shelby – Supervisor’s Financial Responsibilities Audit Follow-Up (2021M-121-F)

… and four Board members. The Board is responsible for the general oversight of the operations and finances. … executive officer and chief financial officer responsible for the day-to-day financial operations. Results of Review …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/court-and-trust/2024/09/13/town-shelby-supervisors-financial-responsibilities-audit-follow-2021m-121

Report on the State Fiscal Year 2023-24 Executive Budget

The Executive Budget for SFY 2023-24 totals $227 billion, and DOB projects shortfalls in revenues and increases in spending, particularly in Medicaid and school aid, over the financial plan period.

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/budget/pdf/executive-budget-report-2023-24.pdf

State Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks

… "The 9/11 attacks united New York, America and nations around the world in a way not seen in decades. We stood together bonded by the … we held in the aftermath of 9/11. I can think of no better way to honor the men and women who lost their lives. We … The 911 attacks united New York America and nations around the world in a way …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-anniversary-911-attacks

Town of Alexandria - Redwood Water and Sewer District Charges (2019M-90)

… did not provide a clear, consistent and equitable basis for billing property owners. In addition, certain charges … law. We reviewed water and sewer billings totaling $82,649 for 70 property owners and identified about $10,339 in …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2019/12/13/town-alexandria-redwood-water-and-sewer-district-charges-2019m-90

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew by Over 14% in February Compared to Last Year

… increase at 48.8%, followed by Columbia (29.1%) and Yates (26.8%) counties. Onondaga County had the smallest …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/03/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-over-14-february-compared-last-year

Opinion 89-40

… or defend an action or proceeding affecting any district property or claim of the district, or involving its rights or …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-40

Opinion 88-20

… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … subsequent court cases or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. COUNTIES -- Courts … a change in the location of the county seat. You state that the county seat is currently located in an …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-88-20

City of Little Falls – Financial Condition Audit Follow-Up (2021M-54-F)

… 2021. Background The City, located in Herkimer County, is governed by its charter and State and local laws. The City … an elected Mayor and eight elected aldermen. The Council is responsible for the overall management and oversight of … including its financial condition. An elected Treasurer is the custodian of City money and is responsible for …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2024/07/03/city-little-falls-financial-condition-audit-follow-2021m-54-f

Arts, Entertainment and Recreation in New York City: Recent Trends and Impact of COVID-19

… as well, by leveraging outdoor venues and enhanced rapid testing and safety protocols. The City has also taken steps … as vaccinations increase, weather becomes warmer, rapid testing expands and safety guidelines continue to be refined …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/osdc/arts-entertainment-and-recreation-new-york-city-recent-trends-and-impact-covid-19

North Amityville Fire Company – Audit Follow-Up (2022M-163-F)

… of Review The purpose of our review was to assess the North Amityville Fire Company’s (Company) progress, as of … The Company provides fire protection services within North Amityville Fire Protection Districts 5 and 6 in the … The purpose of our review was to assess the North Amityville Fire Companys Company progress as of June …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2025/06/20/north-amityville-fire-company-audit-follow-2022m-163-f

Livonia Joint Fire District – Audit Follow-Up (2021M-97-F)

… Fire District’s (District) progress, as of September 2024, in implementing our recommendations in the audit report released in September 2021. Background The District is located in … Fire Districts District progress as of September 2024 in implementing our recommendations in the audit report …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2024/11/01/livonia-joint-fire-district-audit-follow-2021m-97-f

State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Year-End Accomplishments

… level of transparency. Released a progress report on the Fund’s $1 billion In-State Private Equity …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-year-end-accomplishments

DiNapoli: Wyandanch Public Library Audit Reveals Missing Cash, Excess Benefits

… Of these changes, 46 were manual creation of new time entries, meaning the custodian did not clock in or out on … the president went into the payroll system and created the entries. Library records show the custodian was paid $32,438 …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/11/dinapoli-wyandanch-public-library-audit-reveals-missing-cash-excess-benefits

NYS Comptroller DiNapoli: Wall Street's 2020 Bonuses Rose Amid Volatility

… The average bonus paid to employees in New York City’s securities industry grew by 10 percent in … in FY2021, according to annual estimates released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Wall Street’s … volatile markets,” DiNapoli said. “Income tax revenue from New York City’s securities industry will help shore up state …

https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/03/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-wall-streets-2020-bonuses-rose-amid-volatility