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New York’s Economy and Finances in the COVID-19 Era
… Force Drives New York State’s Unemployment Rate Below 10% New York State’s unemployment rate dropped to 9.7 percent … increases in Temporary Assistance child recipients, 16 had increases in Safety Net Assistance child recipients, … economic storm.” The State’s General Fund balance was $16.4 billion as of October 23. Among other factors …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/covid-19-october-28-2020DiNapoli: Wall St. Profits Soared in First Half of 2020
… to the city’s economy, responsible for 17 percent of all economic activity in 2018, but that share is down from … collections, accounting for 18 percent ($15.1 billion) of all tax collections in state fiscal year ending March 30, … 2008 (29 percent), but lower than the immigrant share of all city employment (41 percent). Commuters from outside New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/10/dinapoli-wall-st-profits-soared-first-half-2020DiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.6% in First Quarter
… upstate regions experiencing a year-over-year decline for the quarter. “Local sales tax collections in the first … or $79.4 million, increase in collections, accounting for nearly all statewide growth. The city’s first quarter … represented over 45% of total statewide collections for the first time since 2019, after having dipped to 41%, on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-16-first-quarterDiNapoli: State Could Face Tough Fiscal Decisions in Year Ahead
… in spending lacks key details that would better inform the public about how their tax dollars are being spent,” DiNapoli … will be allocated, how recipients are selected or what public benefits are expected. Additionally, significant … in general support for public schools for the coming school year, along with a $50 million increase in competitive …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/05/dinapoli-state-could-face-tough-fiscal-decisions-year-aheadDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Grew by 14% in October
… in New York state increased by 14.1% in October compared to the same month in 2021, according to an analysis released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … totaled $1.75 billion, up $217 million compared to the same time last year. “October’s sales tax collections …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/11/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-grew-14-octoberDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up Nearly 12% in July
… Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 11.9% in July … as compared to July of last year. “Statewide local sales tax collections growth continued to be strong in July, … despite the participation of many counties in the gas tax holiday,” DiNapoli said. “However, it is important that …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/08/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-nearly-12-percent-julyThe Condition of Locally Owned Bridges in New York State
… The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) has developed an interactive … the report, The Condition of Locally Owned Bridges in New York State . The map allows viewers to explore data about …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/condition-locally-owned-bridges-new-york-stateDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 2.2% in Second Quarter
… $5.83 billion in the second calendar quarter (April-June) of 2024, an increase of 2.2%, or $127 million, compared to the same quarter last … in collections in the quarter, led by St. Lawrence County at 22.5%, and followed by the counties of Livingston …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-22-second-quarterDiNapoli: New York Sees Improvement in Condition of Local Bridges
… One in 10 locally owned bridges in New York state is rated in poor condition, according to a report … The North Country (50.1%), Finger Lakes (48.7%), and Western New York (45.4%) regions have the highest share of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-new-york-sees-improvement-condition-local-bridgesDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Up 1.4% in Third Quarter
… of 2024, an increase of 1.4%, or $82.7 million, compared to the same quarter last year, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. … over three years, the city remains the largest contributor to local sales tax growth in the state. Aggregate growth in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/10/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-up-1-point-4-percent-third-quarterDiNapoli Report Examines Broadband Availability, Access and Affordability in NYC
A new report by Comptroller DiNapoli examined issues related to broadband availability access and affordability across New York Citys neighborhoods and found that despite high availability one in four households had no cable fiberoptic or digital subscriber line internet subscription as of 2023
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/12/dinapoli-report-examines-broadband-availability-access-and-affordability-nycTransparency and Accountability of Fiscal Activities in Villages (2024-MS-2)
… , North Syracuse and Pomona Executive Summary New York State (NYS) has 532 villages ranging in size from fewer than … 2023 Annual Financial Report (AFR) with the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) on time, 210 villages (40 percent) … standards (GAGAS). … Village officials in New York State NYS should be transparent and accountable by making …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2024/12/20/transparency-and-accountability-fiscal-activities-villages-2024-ms-2The Concerning Growth of Hate Crime in New York State
… or another protected characteristic. Hate crimes can be committed against a person or property, and involve … homicide. The impact of hate crimes is broad and deep. It can lead to heightened fear and anxiety among targeted … stress disorder (PTSD). 1 Moreover, hate crimes can perpetuate stereotypes, deepen social divisions, and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/concerning-growth-hate-crime-new-york-stateDiNapoli: State Tax Receipts Higher Than Projections in First Quarter
… $580.5 million higher than the most recent Division of the Budget (DOB) estimates. State tax collections were also $3.3 billion higher than the first quarter of 2024, according to the monthly State Cash Report released by … due to lower spending on local assistance grants. State Operating Funds spending totaled $33.9 billion, $3.2 billion, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-state-tax-receipts-higher-projections-first-quarterDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Drop 8.2 Percent in July
… Sales tax revenue for local governments in July fell 8.2 percent compared to the same period last … Thomas P. DiNapoli. Collections for counties and cities in July totaled $1.3 billion, or $116 million less than in July 2019. Although revenue is still down compared to July …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/08/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-drop-82-percent-julyDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Down 7.8 Percent in August
… Local government sales tax revenue declined by 7.8 percent in August compared to the same period last year, according to … billion for counties and cities, or $111 million less than in August 2019. This drop in revenue is similar to the decline in July of 8.2 percent, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/09/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-down-78-percent-augustThe Role of Immigrants in the New York City Economy - January 2010
New York City has always been a gateway to opportunity for people from around the world.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-17-2010.pdfArts and Cultural Organizations in the Greater Downtown Brooklyn Area - July 2012
The greater downtown Brooklyn area is home to world-class arts and cultural organizations, such as the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM).
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/downtown-brooklyn-culture-2012.pdfPerformance of Industrial Development Agencies in New York State - 2024 Annual Report
This report summarizes IDA data for fiscal year 2022. For regional and IDA-level summary data.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/ida-performance-report-2024.pdfPlanning for the Long Term: Capital Spending Reform in New York State
Over the past 10 years, NY has spent $63.2 billion to support its capital program. Despite this significant investment, there are many critical capital needs across the State that remain unmet.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/pdf/capital-spending-report-nov-2010.pdf