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Comptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Felony Conviction of Upstate Woman for Pension Fraud and Welfare Fraud
… of Social Services by concealing the approximately $1,000 per month in pension benefits she was taking both on … General's investigation was conducted by Investigator Joel Cordone under the supervision of Deputy Chief Antoine … taxpayer money by calling the toll-free Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-felony-conviction-upstate-woman-pension-fraud-andVillage of Spencer – Financial Condition (2013M-119)
… The Village of Spencer is located in Tioga County and has approximately 800 residents. The Village is governed … from the accounting records to the financial reports and in the reports to the IRS. The Clerk-Treasurer submitted … fund balance was also significantly underreported and several expenditure lines were reported inaccurately. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/08/30/village-spencer-financial-condition-2013m-119Schenectady County Industrial Development Agency – Project Approval and Monitoring (2014M-338)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Agency’s process for … was created in 1978, is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors appointed by the Schenectady County Legislature. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/industrial-development-agency/2015/04/28/schenectady-county-industrial-development-agency-projectPerformance of the Excelsior Jobs Program
… jobs and/or make significant capital investments. Empire State Development (ESD) administers the Program and is … to receive annual tax credits. As of March 31, 2015, the State has committed over $548 million in Program tax credits … as of June 2015, ESD had authorized Program tax credits on 39 occasions totaling $4.84 million. Based on our testing, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/07/07/performance-excelsior-jobs-programOpinion 94-26
… assessments in section 980-k is computed with reference to general town taxes within the district. You ask whether a … of the maximum amount of the district charge pursuant to General Municipal Law, §980-k is made by reference to the … a local law, subject to permissive referendum, to provide for the provisions of article 19-A to be applicable to the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-26Opinion 89-28
… capacity); (payment of the cost of preparing a general map, plan, and report); (of preliminary study) WATER … may authorize the payment of the expense of a general map and plan for the establishment or extension of a water … a specific amount to pay the cost of preparing the general map and plan. This cost is, in the first instance, a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-28Cost-of-Living Adjustment – Divorce and Your Benefits
… may be entitled to a portion of a retiree’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) , not as an option beneficiary, but … monthly retirement benefit while the retiree is still living. A DRO will be reviewed to determine whether it …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/divorce/cost-living-adjustmentXIII.2.D Expense Report Payment – XIII. Employee Expense Reimbursement
… information is used on the expense report. To ensure travel and expense reimbursements are deposited into the … institution to distribute deposits according to a specific plan, any direct deposits from the State, including expense … reimbursements, will be distributed pursuant to this plan. Accordingly, employees should review this distribution …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiii/xiii2d-expense-report-paymentWestern Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation – Marketing and Promotional Program (2021M-65)
… report - pdf ] Audit Objective Determine whether the Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation (Corporation) … Determine whether the Western Regional OffTrack Betting Corporation Corporation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/off-track-betting/2021/09/23/western-regional-off-track-betting-corporation-marketing-andOperational Advisory No. 6
… Subject : Lapsing Notice and Reminders Guidance : The Office of the State … Lapsing Notice and Reminders …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/operational-advisory/6-lapsing-notice-and-remindersOpinion 2002-17
… engaged both as construction manager to act on behalf of a town in coordinating the work of the prime contractors, and as one of the prime contractors, on a town building construction project subject to General … This is in response to your inquiry concerning a proposed town building construction project, governed by General …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2002-17Comptroller DiNapoli And A.G Schneiderman Announce Guilty Pleas By Former Met Council Directors For Stealing $9M In Kickback Scheme
… $9 million from the taxpayer-funded nonprofit organization in a 20-year grand larceny and kickback scheme. Cohen admitted illegally receiving approximately $650,000 in cash kickbacks and payments for personal expenses. … Cohen each $20,000 to $30,000 per year, but the inflated amount on the insurance policies increased over time, with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/04/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-guilty-pleas-former-met-council-directors-stealingDiNapoli Releases Report on NYS Executive Budget
… COVID-19 pandemic, the state’s finances have stabilized, and the Division of Budget (DOB) is now forecasting reduced … positive developments, as well as risks, challenges, and concerns, including several new proposals that restrict … steps to stabilize its finances with higher reserves and lower projected budget gaps,” DiNapoli said. “Still, the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-releases-report-nys-executive-budgetMembership Milestones for Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Members
… covered under, there are important milestones you need to know. Understanding your milestones will help you develop … tier from the Contents on the left or scroll down to see how your years of service affect your retirement benefits. … vested and are entitled to a monthly benefit that may start as early as age 55. (You will forfeit the monthly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/membership-milestones-employees-retirement-system-ers-membersState Contract and Payment Actions in May
… approved 2,046 contracts for state agencies and public authorities valued at $2.2 billion and approved more … response, including: $2.2 million for local grants and public assistance, which includes $2.1 million to Food Bank … Comptroller approved 2046 contracts for state agencies and public authorities valued at $22 billion and approved more …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/06/state-contract-and-payment-actions-mayState Contract and Payment Actions in June
… of Environmental Conservation $1.5 million with the Food Bank Association of New York State for to facilitate food distribution from NYS farmers to food banks statewide. Office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/07/state-contract-and-payment-actions-juneState Contract and Payment Actions in September
… $26.4 million with Prismatic Development Corp. for renovations at Creedmoor Psychiatric Center in Queens County. … Capitol in Albany County. Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation $10 million with Stantec Landscape …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/10/state-contract-and-payment-actions-septemberState Contract and Payment Actions in November
… In November, the Office of the State Comptroller approved 1,324 contracts for state agencies and public authorities valued at $1.2 billion … In November the Office of the State Comptroller approved 1324 contracts for state agencies …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/01/state-contract-and-payment-actions-novemberSUNY Bulletin No. SU-299
… Purpose The purpose of this bulletin is to provide agencies with instructions on how to update a Tier 6 employee’s Retirement Plan page due to the two year look-back. Affected Employees Tier 6 New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-university-new-york/su-299-two-year-look-back-tier-6-suny-optional-retirement-planRevenue Enhancement Ideas: Cash Management for Local Governments and School Districts
… and other balances that could be invested longer term in investments allowable by law. Accelerate Collection and … other entities. Develop procedures for making deposits in a timely manner to ensure funds are protected and earning … these payments can be approved by the governing board in time to avoid late payment charges. Consider using online …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/revenue-enhancement-ideas-cash-management-local-governments-and-school-districts