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DiNapoli: Pandemic Disrupts Special Education; Many Students Missing Mandated Services
… impacted,” DiNapoli said. “An essential part of this year’s school reopening plans should be determining how to … student’s unique learning needs. During the 2019-20 school year, more than 464,400 students in New York public schools, … on hybrid learning models during the 2020-21 school year. A smaller share of students with disabilities returned …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-pandemic-disrupts-special-education-many-students-missing-mandated-servicesNYS Comptroller DiNapoli Appoints First Director of Sustainable Investments and Climate Solutions
… Solutions to support the implementation of the Fund’s Climate Action Plan. “We are fortunate to have Andrew … it at the forefront of those addressing it. Andrew will be a great asset in sourcing investment opportunities in the … a manager at the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), where he validated impact investment funds and curated an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/01/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-appoints-first-director-sustainable-investments-and-climate-solutionsDiNapoli Issues Report on Public-Private Partnerships
… oversight provisions if New York broadens the authority of the state to enter into public-private partnership (P3) projects or goes forward with private financing of public projects. DiNapoli’s recommendations follow the release of a report today examining the benefits and problems that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2013/06/dinapoli-issues-report-public-private-partnershipsPublic-Private Partnerships Potentially a "Good Option" but Financial Risks for Taxpayers Must Be Addressed
… between a public agency and a private sector entity that result in greater private sector participation in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2011/01/public-private-partnerships-potentially-good-option-financial-risks-taxpayers-must-be-addressedState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… $7,811 in costs that Empowering Minds reported for reimbursement that did not comply with SED requirements. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsControls Over Vehicle Use and Transportation-Related Expenses
… documentation and information obtained through April 2021. About the Program The Department’s mission is to ensure … depending on the vehicle type and service needed. As of March 2020, the Department’s fleet included both passenger … agency-wide policies regarding warranties. As a result, warranties are handled differently by the regions, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/10/07/controls-over-vehicle-use-and-transportation-related-expensesDiNapoli: Tax Exemptions Jump While Job Gains Slow for IDA Projects
… were nearly 23,000 lower than the previous year, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … state's IDAs and how these entities fulfill their mission to attract, retain and expand business within their … “Although the amount of tax breaks IDAs provided to private companies noticeably increased, job gains did not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-tax-exemptions-jump-while-job-gains-slow-ida-projectsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal & School Audits
… obtained the most favorable terms and conditions in the best interest of its taxpayers. Competition was not sought …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-school-auditsDiNapoli: New York's Higher Education Sector Boosts State and Local Economies, but Job Recovery Lags
… Thomas P. DiNapoli highlights the higher education sector’s importance to New York’s local economies and to the … paying wages of around $26.5 billion in 2023, but the sector still has over 13,000 fewer jobs since the pandemic. … of $91,320 for all sectors statewide. The average wage at public institutions, $72,200, was slightly lower than the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/dinapoli-new-yorks-higher-education-sector-boosts-state-and-local-economies-job-recovery-lagsAccounting for Capital Assets
A municipality's inventory of capital assets often represents its most significant investment of resources. This session will cover the proper accounting for these valuable assets. We will also discuss best practices to ensure these assets are properly safeguarded from theft or loss.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/accounting-capital-assets-110624.pdfState Contract and Payment Actions in March
… of disputes. Cumulatively through March for calendar year 2020, the office has approved 4,527 contracts valued at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/04/state-contract-and-payment-actions-marchState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… and postpartum physician care and hospital or birthing center delivery costs associated with the maternity care of a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-audits-0Environment, Energy and Agriculture – 2022 Financial Condition Report
… largest increase was in local assistance spending with a year-over-year increase of 122.6 percent. As of March 31, 2022, … produced 51.6 percent of the total. Water Since SFY 2015-16, Enacted Budgets have included $4.9 billion for clean …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/finance/2022-fcr/environment-energy-and-agriculturePekin Fire Co. President Dipped Into Bell Jar
… Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Amacher, 49, of Sanborn, in Niagara County, allegedly withdrew $1,800 from the … the required New York State Gaming Commission reports in 2014 and 2015, which misrepresented his use of the funds. … cash for his own use. “Mr. Amacher literally had his hands in the public till,” State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/04/pekin-fire-co-president-dipped-bell-jarDiNapoli: Former Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to $35,000 Embezzlement
… Mayfield Town Clerk Dorothy Hart pleaded guilty today to grand larceny for pocketing over $35,000 in public funds, State Comptroller … Hart, 64, of Mayfield, pleaded guilty to fourth degree grand larceny, a class E felony. Sentencing is scheduled for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/09/dinapoli-former-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-35000-embezzlementComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… District and the Tuckahoe Union Free School District . “In an era of limited resources and increased accountability, … claims processing function that allow claims to be audited in a timely manner and in accordance with BOCES policy and state law. Skaneateles …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-0DiNapoli: Cohocton Town Clerk Pleads Guilty In $36,000 Theft
… the theft of public funds. Riley, 51, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the third degree, a Class D felony, before …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/12/dinapoli-cohocton-town-clerk-pleads-guilty-36000-theftDiNapoli: Pleasant Valley Woman Arrested Stealing Funds From New York State and Local Retirement System
… alleged theft of nearly $42,000 of her deceased mother's pension payments. "Ms. Robertson allegedly thought she could … system and continue to pocket her deceased mother's pension to pay her personal bills. Instead, she is now … mother's account, failed to notify the State retirement fund of the pensioner's passing, and continued to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-pleasant-valley-woman-arrested-stealing-funds-new-york-state-and-local-retirement-systemAbout an Employer’s Role – What Every Employer Should Know
… NYSLRS that we take pride in. Without your cooperation and assistance, we would not be able to provide members with the benefits they have earned. We rely on you to provide us … about your employees throughout their employment. One of the most important responsibilities you have as a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/partnership/about-employers-roleWithdrawing Your Contributions and/or Your Membership – Special 20- and 25-Year Plans
Special 20 and 25Year Plan for PFRS Tiers 2 3 Article 11 5 and 6 under Sections 384 384d and 384e Withdrawing Your ContributionsMembership
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1517/withdrawing-your-contributions-andor-your-membership