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New York’s Agriculture Industry: A Resilient Part of State and Local Economies
… industry supports jobs and communities throughout New York State. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic … back into the farmer’s community, supporting a variety of businesses providing fuel, seed, equipment and veterinary …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-agriculture-industry-resilient-part-state-and-local-economiesMember Contributions
… Most members are required to contribute a percentage of their earnings toward their retirement. Whether a member … 5.75% More than $100,000 6.00% Exceptions for ERS: New York State Correction Officers are not required to contribute … or call 866-805-0990 (press 1 to access the employer menu, then follow the prompts). (Return to Top) Rev. 4/25 … …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/member-contributionsDiNapoli: MTA Faces $9.8 Billion Capital Plan Shortfall
… 4 percent as planned will depend on the amount of capital funding made available by New York state and New York City, … and toll increases of 4 percent, the capital program would account for 21 percent of operating revenues during the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/dinapoli-mta-faces-98-billion-capital-plan-shortfallDiNapoli: Monroe County Failed to Monitor Contractor Operating Golf Courses, Costing Taxpayers
… Monroe County officials failed to properly manage or enforce the county’s contract with … and deposited, or that Tindale’s calculations of payments due to the county were based on a verified amount actually … shortfalls in capital improvements that were contractually due to the county; Implement procedures to ensure all …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-monroe-county-failed-monitor-contractor-operating-golf-courses-costing-taxpayersState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal finances and operations, my office … obtaining the required number of quotes as required by their purchasing policy. The board did not follow its … did not seek routine competition for services provided by an insurance agency that was paid $86,013 during the audit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-auditsDiNapoli: Thruway Authority Owed More Than $275 Million in Unpaid Tolls and Fees
… The state’s Thruway Authority has to do a better job of identifying, billing, and collecting … a collection agency seeking as of March 2023, according to a new audit from State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. … the Authority’s response, I’m hopeful action will be taken to implement our recommendations to maximize revenue for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-thruway-authority-owed-more-275-million-unpaid-tolls-and-feesNew York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era (July 1, 2021)
… of Economic Analysis show personal income in New York State has surpassed pre-pandemic levels by 12.8 percent. Personal income, which is comprised of wages, income earned by business owners or members of a partnership (“proprietors’ …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/new-yorks-economy-and-finances-covid-19-era-july-1-2021Investigation of Housing Discrimination Complaints
… a participant in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fair Housing Assistance Program, for which … case dismissals. Once a complaint has been received, DHR staff record the complaint in a variety of logs, such as an … manner. Monitoring and segregating the duties of the staff responsible for logging, tracking, and completing the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/10/15/investigation-housing-discrimination-complaintsDiNapoli: Neighborhood Banks Helping Stabilize, Revitalize City Communities
… Thomas P. DiNapoli today visited Ridgewood Savings Bank, in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn and Spring Bank, in the South … in holistic community growth. The popularity of Brooklyn's brand must translate into prosperity for all Brooklynites, … bank opened in the South Bronx, the only bank to establish its base in this New York borough in over 30 years. The bank …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/dinapoli-neighborhood-banks-helping-stabilize-revitalize-city-communitiesComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the … that were not required to be competitively bid. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal spending, the state's 160,000 contracts, billions in state payments and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/08/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsFiremen’s Benevolent Association of the Village of Le Roy – Oversight of the Association’s Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Moneys (2014M-026)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to examine internal controls over the Association’s receipt and disbursement of the Foreign Fire Insurance tax for the period January 1, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-district/2014/10/06/firemens-benevolent-association-village-le-roy-oversight-associationsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… municipal finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being … not maintain a multiyear financial plan and has continued to rely on unreliable revenues and one-time funding sources. … an effective claims audit or establish an adequate process to ensure that transactions were properly authorized and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0Saratoga County – Financial Condition (2013M-235)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the County’s financial condition for the period January 1, 2010, to May 31, 2013. Background Saratoga County covers an area of … funded primarily by resident service revenue and interfund transfers from the general fund. Key Finding Even though the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/county/2013/10/04/saratoga-county-financial-condition-2013m-235DiNapoli: Former Pennellville Fire Chief Pleads Guilty
… Duane Royal pleaded guilty Wednesday to petit larceny for stealing VFA gas for his private process-serving … Thomas P. DiNapoli said. “Stealing gas for yourself is a crime, no matter the amount,” DiNapoli said. “I urge all … case is a great example of the positive impact we can have when agencies work together on the public's behalf.” Royal, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/09/dinapoli-former-pennellville-fire-chief-pleads-guiltyOpinion 94-21
Whether there is any statutory requirement that two signatures be obtained to authorize purchase orders in excess of $5000 in towns
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-21DiNapoli: Local Sales Taxes Grew 4.2% to $23 Billion in 2023
… pandemic period have subsided. Local officials should plan for sales tax revenue with more stable and modest growth rates.” Local sales tax collections in the … tax growth of 5.9% in 2023 exceeded the aggregate results for the counties and cities in the rest of the state (2.4%). …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-local-sales-taxes-grew-42-percent-to-23-billion-2023DiNapoli: Office Has $14.5 Billion in Unclaimed Funds; Urges New Yorkers to Claim Lost Money
… today announced that his office has over $14.5 billion in unclaimed funds and urged New Yorkers to see if any of it … record for the third consecutive year for the most unclaimed funds returned in one year totaling $452 million. … our website." There are currently more than 35 million unclaimed funds accounts, some dating back to the 1940s. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-office-has-145-billion-unclaimed-funds-urges-new-yorkers-claim-lost-moneyDiNapoli: Court Clerk Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $10,000 in Fines
… A former justice court clerk pleaded guilty to petit larceny after a joint investigation by the Office of the State Comptroller and the St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department found she misappropriated more than $10,000 in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-court-clerk-pleads-guilty-stealing-more-10000-finesDiNapoli and Diaz Help Bronx Residents Claim $245 Million in Lost Money
… President Ruben Diaz Jr. will help raise awareness about unclaimed funds across the borough. It’s your money, come and … Bronx residents to make the effort to track down their unclaimed money from the more than $244 million in unclaimed funds currently being held by the state. I thank …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/dinapoli-and-diaz-help-bronx-residents-claim-245-million-lost-moneyComptroller DiNapoli and Mayor Brown Return Over $100,000 in Unclaimed Funds to Buffalo Residents
… Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced that $111,180 in unclaimed funds has been returned to Buffalo city residents since he …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/comptroller-dinapoli-and-mayor-brown-return-over-100000-unclaimed-funds-buffalo-residents