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DiNapoli: DEC Needs to Improve Efforts to Control Invasive Species
… hogweed that have established footholds across New York state and threaten native species, agriculture and tourism, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Invasive species … of Invasive Species Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/07/dinapoli-dec-needs-improve-efforts-control-invasive-speciesState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases State Audits
… (2015-F-27) An initial report determined that between 2008 and 2012 the overall demand for AAR service increased, but the portion of the service … for staff. State Education Department: Helping Hands School Compliance with the Reimbursable Cost Manual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-state-audits-0DiNapoli Finds Over $100 Million in Inappropriate Medicaid Payments
… improper payments made by the Department of Health (DOH) for the Medicare buy-in program, maternity care, and drug and … claims. Nearly $400,000 in premiums may have been paid for deceased individuals. “The Medicaid program provides … said. “Over the years, we’ve uncovered billions of dollars of waste and abuse in the system. DOH should act on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/dinapoli-finds-over-100-million-inappropriate-medicaid-paymentsDiNapoli: State Needs to Improve Services for Vulnerable Adults
… receive referrals and are responsible for assessing each case to determine what help is needed, such as a new living … entering progress notes as events occurred, and assessing case time management. The agency had no documentation to show … . Under State Comptroller DiNapoli’s open data initiative, search millions of state and local government financial …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/11/dinapoli-state-needs-improve-services-vulnerable-adultsVII.3.C AP Adjustment Voucher Document Review – VII. State Revenues and Appropriated Loan Receivables
… Section (Budgets) that the money has been received in the bank, the corresponding SFS transaction will be … issues between the bank and the State’s fund accounting. In addition, STIP interest cannot be calculated for a fund … will be able to view the status of the transactions in SFS through inquiry in the Accounts Payable module or on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-vii/vii3c-ap-adjustment-voucher-document-reviewState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Gov. Cuomo's Executive Budget Proposal
… “Gov. Cuomo put forward a state budget proposal during one of … analysis of the budget proposal in the coming days.” … Gov Cuomo put forward a state budget proposal during one of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2021/01/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-gov-cuomos-executive-budget-proposalDiNapoli & James: Former Throop Supervisor Pleads Guilty to Stealing $11,000 From Town
… from those accounts. Tarby pleaded guilty in Cayuga County Court before Judge Thomas G. Leone. Sentencing was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-james-former-throop-supervisor-pleads-guilty-stealing-11000-townDiNapoli: Former Long Island School Official Pleads Guilty in Kickback Scheme
… a kickback scheme. The announcement was made jointly with United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York Breon … taxpayers for her own personal enrichment. The FBI and our Law Enforcement partners are committed to fighting public …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-former-long-island-school-official-pleads-guilty-kickback-schemeComptroller DiNapoli Releases Special Education Audits
… the state enacted legislation requiring the Comptroller to audit the expenses reported to SED by every program provider of special education … 30, 2014, auditors identified $12,059 in costs charged to the preschool special education programs that did not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-special-education-auditsXI.6.B Quick Contracting – Construction – XI. Procurement and Contract Management
… met A bid tabulation Executed Bonds, as applicable Full funds reservation in accordance with XI.2.C Contract Funds Reservation Proper signatures on the contracting …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xi/xi6b-quick-contracting-constructionDiNapoli: Former Durhamville Fire Department Treasurer Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Over $92,000
… arrest of Ms. Simchik sends a clear message that alleged criminal behavior among those entrusted in their position …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-former-durhamville-fire-department-treasurer-arrested-allegedly-stealing-over-92000DiNapoli: Greene County Couple Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Over $35,000 in Pension Payments
… Tuomey, 60, today for allegedly stealing over $35,000 in pension payments. “The defendants allegedly exploited a family member’s death to try to cheat the pension system and enrich themselves,” DiNapoli said. “I will … upon her death received her monthly pension payment via check. Stephen’s father died on March 4, 2020 and both …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-greene-county-couple-arrested-allegedly-stealing-over-35000-pension-paymentsDiNapoli and Ulster County DA Nneji: Father and Son Arrested for Stealing $1.2 million in Medicaid Transportation Fraud Scheme
… offering a false instrument for filing, falsification of business records and social services prohibited practices. … of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General for their assistance in this matter. The charges … by filing a complaint online at https://www.osc.ny.gov/investigations , or by mailing a complaint to: Office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/dinapoli-and-ulster-county-da-nneji-father-and-son-arrested-stealing-12-million-medicaidSocial Services Block Grant – Federal Funding and New York
… care, and support institutional care, when appropriate. Funds to New York City The January Preliminary Plan includes … SSBG Uses, FY 2026 Preliminary Budget (in millions) SSBG Funds by Services FY 2025 FY 2026 ACS Preventive Services $ … time that children spend in foster care. In total, SSBG funds make up 27 percent of ACS’ planned spending for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/budget/fed-funding-ny/social-services-block-grantDiNapoli: Tax Breaks From IDAs Continue to Climb
… an increase of 10 percent from the prior year, according to a report issued today by New York State Comptroller Thomas … and job creation, but it can be difficult for taxpayers to follow the costs and benefits of these activities," … more disclosure, taxpayers will have even more information to evaluate the cost and impact of economic development …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-tax-breaks-idas-continue-climbComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… his office completed audits of the Cincinnatus Central School District , Johnsburg Central School District , …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsDiNapoli Audit: Next In Line For Mitchell-Lama Apartments Were Skipped
… Applicants who were next in line for coveted Mitchell-Lama apartments were skipped over for people farther down the … it is imperative that the affordable apartments we have are managed fairly,” DiNapoli said. “No one should wait years … each development’s managing agent keeps a monthly rent roll that lists each apartment’s head of household. But …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-audit-next-line-mitchell-lama-apartments-were-skippedDiNapoli Audit Finds Gaps in NYC School Safety Planning
Planning requirements for shootings and emergency situations in New York Citys schools need to be more strictly enforced by New York Citys Department of Education DOE according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/06/dinapoli-audit-finds-gaps-nyc-school-safety-planningState Comptroller DiNapoli Launches Academy for Local Government Officials
… officials to make sure the books are managed right, but we also offer them a helping hand,” said DiNapoli. “We know that … and fraud methods is not easy on a limited budget. We can help. Our new Academy for New York State Local Officials … is a smart, cost-effective way for local officials to get the professional training they need and deserve.” The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/12/state-comptroller-dinapoli-launches-academy-local-government-officialsDiNapoli Audit Praises Waterville Central School District
… background checks and fingerprinting of employees prior to allowing them to work with students, according to an audit released by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/12/dinapoli-audit-praises-waterville-central-school-district