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DiNapoli: IDA Report Shows Tax Break Growth Slows
… showed that downstate regions accounted for 57 percent of the total net jobs gained through IDA projects in 2016, … but the growth was smaller in 2016 than in 2015. The North Country region suffered a decline in job creation for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/06/dinapoli-ida-report-shows-tax-break-growth-slowsDiNapoli Urges Department of Labor to Improve Investigations of Hours Worked by Nurses
… The state Department of Labor (DOL) does not investigate overtime … overworked and employers are complying with the law. The Department of Labor needs to do a better job investigating … The state Department of Labor DOL does not investigate overtime …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/04/dinapoli-urges-department-labor-improve-investigations-hours-worked-nursesComptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Guilty Plea of Former Highway Superintendent in Public Corruption Case
… Burlew will also pay $65,000 in restitution to cover the cost of what was stolen. “Mr. Burlew plundered the public’s … admitted making personal purchases and then fraudulently filling out and submitting Town vouchers for the Town Board’s …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-guilty-plea-former-highway-superintendent-publicDiNapoli and Orange County DA Hoovler Detail Guilty Plea in Pension Fraud Case
… to pay restitution in the amount of $51,532.64, which is the total funds that White illegally stole from the state … of White that led to her arrest. “The State pension system is the backbone of the hard-working public servants … would seek to manipulate the system for her own benefit is reprehensible. I am thankful for the dedicated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/dinapoli-and-orange-county-da-hoovler-detail-guilty-plea-pension-fraud-caseDiNapoli Releases New Tool for Monitoring NYC 311 Complaints
… calls have increased dramatically in New York City since the COVID-19 pandemic. To increase transparency and help the city respond to growing quality of life complaints, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli launched the NYC311 Monitoring Tool , an interactive dashboard that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-releases-new-tool-monitoring-nyc-311-complaintsComptroller DiNapoli and Attorney General James Announce Guilty Plea of Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas
… the Second Degree, a class A misdemeanor. The guilty plea is in satisfaction of an indictment filed in Westchester … McManus. The Attorney General’s Investigations Division is led by Acting Chief Investigator John Reidy. Assisting in … Chief Auditor Sandy Bizzarro. The Forensic Audit Section is led by Chief Auditor Edward J. Keegan, Jr. Also assisting …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/07/comptroller-dinapoli-and-attorney-general-james-announce-guilty-plea-mount-vernon-mayor-richardDiNapoli Releases Profile of State's Economic Development Agency
… 2013, ESDC reported that its programs helped create 2,424 jobs, a figure representing approximately 1.8 percent of net … programs work effectively together or create well-paying jobs. The report suggests developing more detailed and … percent of ESDC’s reported employees were classified in a management role and 23 percent of all ESDC employees received …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/02/dinapoli-releases-profile-states-economic-development-agencyOpinion 98-11
… and Penalties (where last day of interest-free period falls on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday) REAL PROPERTY TAX … penalty-free period for the payment of real property taxes falls on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday, the penalty-free … or for the collection of taxes at a lesser penalty falls on a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday, an extension …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-11DiNapoli: Halfway Through the Year, Revenue Hole Persists
… created a profound degree of uncertainty, but one thing is clear – Washington must get its act together and help … period a year earlier. Among the reasons for the increase is the $5.1 billion the state has received from the federal … higher than last year at the same time. The higher balance is driven partly by $4.4 billion in short-term borrowing that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/dinapoli-halfway-through-year-revenue-hole-persistsDiNapoli: New York Drug Overdose Deaths Surged During Pandemic
… on the overdose crisis in New York, we have a road map for how to better support New Yorkers who are struggling so that … and tramadol – often mixed with other drugs – account for much of the increase in drug overdose fatalities in the … efforts to track funding, as current financial reporting does not clearly identify total state, federal and local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-new-york-drug-overdose-deaths-surged-during-pandemicDiNapoli: City of Corning's Economic Development and Smart Growth Initiatives Build on Stable Fiscal Picture
… last several years,” DiNapoli said . “The fiscal picture is stable, with the city actively growing its reserve funds … of life for its residents.” “This “snapshot” of our city is another significant example of how the Office of the New York State Comptroller is prioritizing support for local municipalities,” said …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-city-cornings-economic-development-and-smart-growth-initiatives-build-stable-fiscal-pictureOversight of Chronic Absenteeism
… through April 24, 2018. Background Chronic absenteeism is a widespread problem, defined by the Department as a … things. Additionally, research shows that homelessness is a significant contributing factor to whether a student may … that the rate of chronic absenteeism for homeless students is at least double the rate for the overall student …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/09/18/oversight-chronic-absenteeismComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Sentence Of Former Met Council Chief Financial Officer For Role In Stealing $9m In Kickback Scheme
… Three other defendants, David Cohen, William Rapfogel and Joseph Ross, previously pleaded guilty in the case. The OAG’s … The thefts began in 1992, when Cohen devised the scam with Joseph Ross, of Century Coverage Corporation. The company …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-sentence-former-met-council-chief-financial-officerDiNapoli: Audit Reveals Issues Behind Broome County's Fiscal Stress
… fiscal stress score in the state. "A healthy fund balance is a key measure of a municipality's financial condition," … policy. Other findings in the audit include: Broome County is one of only seven counties in the state that have issued … Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal spending, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-audit-reveals-issues-behind-broome-countys-fiscal-stressOpinion 95-29
… 1 . If all of the property or facilities of the district is sold, the proposition submitted to referendum must also … 15 Opns St Comp, 1959, p 396). If the proposition is approved, the moneys received from the sale must be placed … described in the proposition ( id .). If the proposition is silent with respect to the distribution of excess …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-29Opinion 94-10
… of a commission by a village located within the town. It is a general rule, however, that unless authorized or … town not included within the boundaries of a village"), it is our opinion that a town commission must be established and … establishment of a joint commission, although article 12-D is silent in this regard, it must be read together with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-10DiNapoli, James and Garnett Announce Sentencing in Straw Donation Scheme
… sentenced to 5 years’ probation. "Our electoral process is jeopardized when people like Ms. Mendez scheme to … commitment to justice.” “Corrupting the election process is a crime that deserves a serious penalty," said New York … of Bureau Chief Travis Hill. The Criminal Justice Division is led by Executive Deputy Attorney General Jose Maldonado. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/02/dinapoli-james-and-garnett-announce-sentencing-straw-donation-schemeDue Diligence for Companies Holding Abandoned Funds
… Companies that hold abandoned funds are required to attempt to contact the rightful owner of the property before transferring, or escheating, the … Companies that hold abandoned funds must attempt to contact the rightful owner of the property before transferring or escheating the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds/reporters/due-diligence-companies-holding-abandoned-fundsDiNapoli Releases Annual IDA Report
… report summarizes the most recent annual data, which is self-reported by IDAs through the Public Authorities Reporting Information System. The data is not independently verified by the State Comptroller’s … Regeneron Phase II (aka LOOP Road) project. The project is scheduled to end in 2037 and is projected to create 700 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-releases-annual-ida-reportDiNapoli Bolsters State Pension Fund Support of LGBTQIA+ Equity & Inclusion at Portfolio Companies
… they support LGBTQIA+ employees in the workplace. “June is Pride Month, when millions of Americans come together to … and ultimately lead to improved shareholder value. That is what we are after.” The requests, directed to 17 companies … effectively their talents are fostered, and whether there is overall improvement of their workforce management. This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/06/dinapoli-bolsters-state-pension-fund-support-lgbtqia-equity-inclusion-portfolio-companies