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Opinion 93-11
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … in the opinion. BONDS AND NOTES -- Debt Limit (computation of with respect to installment purchase contracts) PUBLIC … in that section applies to all outstanding indebtedness of the political subdivision without regard to whether the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-11DiNapoli: Two Arrested for Stealing More Than $200,000 From 86-Year-Old State Pensioner
… and the New York State Police today announced the arrests of Amber Diacetis, a 30-year-old Albany resident, and Devin … individuals perpetuated a devious scheme to take advantage of a vulnerable pensioner, placing them in unlivable … and had no other direct support, received a monthly income of $3,526.70 for his pension and $2,138.60 from Social …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-two-arrested-stealing-more-200000-86-year-old-state-pensionerDiNapoli: Contractor Charged State for Booze & Sunset Cruise
… $152,680 in unsubstantiated or unallowable costs to the state Office of Mental Health (OMH) including alcohol and a sunset cruise at a conference at the Montauk Yacht Club Resort & Marina, and more than $22,000 for a staff … charged $152680 in unsubstantiated or unallowable costs to the state Office of Mental Health including alcohol and a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/dinapoli-contractor-charged-state-booze-sunset-cruiseDiNapoli: Former Morley Fire Company Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $16,000
… Morley Volunteer Fire Co., Cindi Perkins, pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the fourth degree for stealing over … today. “Ms. Perkins was entrusted with money meant to protect her community. Instead, she betrayed the fire … the New York State Police for partnering with my office to bring her to justice.” Perkins, who worked for the fire …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/dinapoli-former-morley-fire-company-treasurer-pleads-guilty-stealing-over-16000New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Executive Budget Proposal
… continue to struggle to make ends meet and concerns of a recession grow. Inflation is still too high, and New … to the state budget, but will be depleted by the end of the financial plan. New York needs to fund essential programs and services that support quality of life in our state, while also ensuring the long-term …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-executive-budget-proposalX.7.B Local Customers – X. Guide to Vendor/Customer Management
… those vendors who pay a fee to have a booth at the State Fair. In these instances, a Centralized Corporate Customer is … reporting. For additional instruction on this topic, visit job aid Accounts Receivable portion published to SFS Coach. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-x/x7b-local-customersAvailability, Access and Affordability: Understanding Broadband Challenges in New York State
… for many New York households. Today, reliable high-speed internet is a necessity to effectively work, learn, … society. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of having broadband internet connections at home, as … to Support Broadband Recommendations for New York’s High-Speed Future Appendices Endnotes Introduction and Executive …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/availability-access-and-affordability-understanding-broadband-challenges-new-york-stateDiNapoli: Former Treasurer Arrested for Stealing From Essex County Fair
… Police announced that Bridget Brown, former treasurer of the Essex County Agricultural Society (the Society), has … Treasurer, as well as the Clerk/Tax Collector for the Town of Willsboro, NY. District Attorney Carriero was appointed … funds collected from the fair were managed for the benefit of the community. Instead, she allegedly abused her position …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/09/dinapoli-former-treasurer-arrested-stealing-essex-county-fairDiNapoli: Syracuse City School District Teacher Pleads Guilty in Time Theft Scheme
… District Attorney William Fitzpatrick announced today that Jason Cecile of the Syracuse City School District’s (SCSD) … to Twilight participants. As the program coordinator, Jason Cecile was in charge of the Twilight teaching schedule. … District Attorney William Fitzpatrick announced today that Jason Cecile of the Syracuse City School Districts SCSD …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-syracuse-city-school-district-teacher-pleads-guilty-time-theft-schemeDiNapoli: Tax Revenues Through May $4 Billion Over Enacted Budget Projections
… State tax receipts through the first two months of State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2021-22 were $4 billion higher … “The strong tax collections through the first two months of the state fiscal year is good news and gives reason for … emerging from the pandemic on solid fiscal footing because of robust tax revenue growth and an unprecedented infusion of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/06/dinapoli-tax-revenues-through-may-4-billion-over-enacted-budget-projectionsDiNapoli: Westchester Sisters Sentenced for Stealing Deceased Mother's Pension
… Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced the sentencings of Annette Bigelow, 61, and Mary Nash, 59, who hid their … conditional discharge and ordered to pay full restitution of $22,000. “Annette Bigelow and Mary Nash hid their mother’s … York taxpayers, and we are glad to work with the Office of the State Comptroller to help ensure that public funds are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/02/dinapoli-westchester-sisters-sentenced-stealing-deceased-mothers-pensionXIV.14.K SUNY and CUNY Senior Colleges Funds and Public Benefit Corporations – XIV. Special Procedures
… are included in the government-wide financial statements of the State. Guide to Financial Operations REV. 01/01/2017 … are included in the governmentwide financial statements of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiv/xiv14k-suny-and-cuny-senior-colleges-funds-and-public-benefit-corporationsComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… District , Haldane Central School District , Randolph Academy Union Free School District , Saranac Central School … IT assets and data from unauthorized access. Randolph Academy Union Free School District – Financial Management … School District Haldane Central School District Randolph Academy Union Free School District Saranac Central School …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-audits-2Interactive Map: NYC’s Language Access Service Needs (2024-N-2)
… New York City laws such as Local Law 30 of 2017 require City agencies to develop a language …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/interactive-map-nycs-language-access-service-needs-2024-n-2State Agencies Bulletin No. 2240
… Purpose: The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies that employee … The purpose of this bulletin is to notify agencies that employee …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/payroll-bulletins/state-agencies/2240-suspension-403b-tax-sheltered-annuity-plans-employees-workersStreet Construction-Related Permits
… Department of Transportation (DOT) ensures that all street construction permittees have complied with the application … DOT issues 150 different types of sidewalk and roadway construction permits that cover activities such as street openings, sidewalk construction, and installation of canopies over sidewalks. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/06/13/street-construction-related-permitsMedicaid Program – Claims Processing Activity April 1, 2019 Through September 30, 2019
… $3.2 million was paid for clinic, practitioner, managed care capitation, pharmacy, inpatient, durable medical equipment, and dental claims that did not comply with Medicaid policies; … for inpatient claims that were billed at a higher level of care than what was actually provided; $225,862 was paid for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/02/medicaid-program-claims-processing-activity-april-1-2019-through-september-30-2019Pandemic Planning and Care for Vulnerable Populations
… Disabilities (OPWDD) adequately addressed the needs of the vulnerable population it serves in its emergency plans … that involves functional limitations in the areas of learning, language, and behavior. OPWDD provides these … through State-operated programs and through a network of private non-profit agencies (voluntary agencies). Several …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/04/06/pandemic-planning-and-care-vulnerable-populationsPeconic Bay Community Preservation Fund (2023-MR-1)
… Objective Determine whether officials from the Towns of East Hampton , Riverhead , Shelter Island , Southampton , … CPF purposes and properly allocated. However, Town of Riverhead officials did not always record dates … were received or deposit payments in a timely manner. Town of Riverhead officials did not: Record dates CPF collections …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/02/23/peconic-bay-community-preservation-fund-2023-mr-1State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits and Examinations
… following audits and examinations have been issued: Office of Information Technology Services (OITS): Security and Effectiveness of Division of Criminal Justice Services' Core Systems (Follow-Up) … not have established policies and procedures for backup of key division systems In a followup auditors found OITS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/04/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-audits-and-examinations