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DiNapoli: Fire Department Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds

… business records in the first degree (class E felony) for allegedly stealing nearly $50,000 in public funds. “This … such as this where local officials misuse their office for their personal benefit. I commend the village of LeRoy police department and District Attorney Friedman for working closely with my staff to make sure this …

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

… DiNapoli said. "Our farmers continue to provide jobs and fresh, locally-sourced food, while also preserving open spaces. However, farmers … by California and Washington. The state's 57,000 tons of wine grapes were third largest produced in the nation and its …

State Medicaid Bought Erectile Dysfunction Drugs for Sex Offenders

… The state’s Medicaid program paid more than $60,000 for sexual and erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs and treatments for 47 sex offenders, according to an audit released today by … In total, Medicaid made more than $930,000 in payments for ED drugs and treatments for recipients, including sex …

DiNapoli: Tax Cap Remains at Two Percent for 2020

… Property tax levy growth for local governments with fiscal years that close on Dec. 31 will be capped at 2 percent for the 2020 fiscal year, according to State Comptroller … P. DiNapoli. This figure affects the tax cap calculations for all counties, towns, fire districts, 44 cities and 10 …

Bradford Fire Co. Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds

… arrest of Bradford Volunteer Fire Company Treasurer Sherry Hamilton. She was charged with grand larceny in the third … County District Attorney Brooks Baker, uncovered that Hamilton misappropriated more than $8,000 in fire company … and manipulating company bank accounts and records. Hamilton was issued an appearance ticket and will be …

DiNapoli Finds Slow Property Tax Growth for Local Governments

… maintenance and capital purchases or cut public services. For example, between FYE 2009 and 2013, counties reduced … tax freeze credit, which reimburses qualifying homeowners for property tax increases in communities that don’t exceed their tax cap, applies to local governments for fiscal years beginning in 2015 and 2016 and to school …

DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Jump for Third Year

… sales tax collections continued to climb in 2018, growing for the third year in a row, according to a  report  released … year-over-year increase at 6.8 percent, the strongest for the region since 2011. The North Country had the second … have typically been robust over the past several years. For the 57 counties outside of New York City, collections …

Membership Milestones for Police & Fire Retirement System (PFRS) Members

… how your years of service affect your retirement benefits. For specific information about your retirement plan, go to … more years of service credit, you are: Eligible to apply for a non-job-related disability benefit. Eligible for an out-of-service death benefit, if you leave public …

Town of Somerset – Budgeting for Sales Tax (2016M-419)

… our audit was to review the Town's allocation of sales tax for the period January 1, 2015 through November 18, 2016. … Budgeted appropriations in the general and highway funds for 2016 totaled $2 million. Key Findings Town officials … Town of Somerset Budgeting for Sales Tax 2016M419 …

Pension Contribution Rates to Decrease for Fiscal Year 2015-16

… Employer contribution rates for the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) … DiNapoli announced today.  The average contribution rate for the Employees Retirement System (ERS) will decrease by … to 18.2 percent of payroll. The average contribution rate for the Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS) will …

DiNapoli: Help for Vulnerable Adults in NYC Falls Short

… Assistance fell short for vulnerable adults in New York City because Adult … adults with physical or mental challenges who cannot care for themselves or who may be at risk of abuse, neglect, … Case Management Problems  Auditors reviewed 179 referrals for 80 clients between April 2019 and August 2023 and found …

DiNapoli Report Finds Medicaid Costs for Treating Asthma Rising

… the state's overall annual asthma bill topped $1.3 billion for medical costs and lost productivity, according to a … isn't just costly, it can be lethal," DiNapoli said. "For the New Yorkers fighting this chronic disease, a flare-up … emergency room visits. The Medicaid cost to taxpayers for treating asthma has jumped and the prevalence of asthma …

The Survivor’s Benefit Program for New York State Employees

… death benefit. You may change your beneficiary designation with your retirement system. NYSLRS members can sign in to … or need more information, we’re glad to help. Email : secure contact form ; Call : 866-805-0990; or Write :  NYSLRS …

DiNapoli: Bombay Clerk Sentenced for Pocketing Justice Court Fees

… P. DiNapoli. Eric Fleury, 44, was sentenced in Dickinson Town Court to three years’ probation and ordered to pay full … were uncovered by DiNapoli’s audit and investigation of the court’s financial operations. "Mr. Fleury took … by filing a complaint online at [email protected].ny.us , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …

Area #4 – Contracts and Service Level Agreements for IT Services – Information Technology Governance

… the vendor and included in the contract, as appropriate. State Education Law and Regulations require educational … local governments and schools should consult New York State Archives 12 guidance prior to entering into contracts, …

Employment Recovery Is Slow for New Yorkers with Disabilities

… Hochul, 2022 State of the State: A New Era for New York , pg. 67, at …

XI.11.H Early Pay Discounts for Procurement Contract Purchases – XI. Procurement and Contract Management

… Agencies are encouraged to request early pay discounts from contract vendors when feasible. If early pay … Although agencies are encouraged to request early pay discounts whenever feasible, they should not be used as a … evaluate proposals/bids. To encourage additional early pay discounts throughout a contract term, contracts should …

DiNapoli: State Needs to Improve Services for Vulnerable Adults

… The State Office of Children and Family Services is not adequately overseeing adult protective … the state. Referrals, which can come from anyone whether a family member, a neighbor or a bank employee, fell … The State Office of Children and Family Services is not adequately overseeing adult protective …

DiNapoli: Woman Arrested for Stealing Deceased Sister's Pension Checks

… Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …