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DiNapoli: Funds Dedicated for Highway & Bridge Capital Projects Continue to be Diverted for Operating and Debt Costs
… Highway and Bridge Trust Fund continues to be diverted for non-capital purposes, leaving critical highway and bridge … challenges and shrinking debt capacity, according to a report issued today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. … for the state’s capital program, debt becomes a burden when the payment of debt service becomes such a large use of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/02/dinapoli-funds-dedicated-highway-bridge-capital-projects-continue-be-diverted-operating-and-debtDiNapoli Identifies Problems With Low-Cost Power Program
… The New York Power Authority (NYPA) made errors and overrode applicant scores when it distributed low-cost power to companies, according to … (MW) of power it can allocate statewide for economic development. Fifty percent of the power comes from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/08/dinapoli-identifies-problems-low-cost-power-programDiNapoli: Contribute to 529 College Savings Account by Dec. 31 for Tax Benefits
… lower fees, higher maximum balances and the elimination of the $25 minimum contribution fees make it easier to save … to $10,000 each year.* "Now's the time to take advantage of the improvements we're making to New York's 529 College … https://www.nysaves.org/nytpl/literatureforms/getPDFForm.do?cmsPDF=DisclosureBooklet.pdf . No guarantee: None of the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/12/dinapoli-contribute-529-college-savings-account-dec-31-tax-benefitsDiNapoli: Audit Shows Former Highway Superintendent Took Taxpayers for a Ride in Town of Erin
… and Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. Burlew’s criminal case is pending. “Burlew used the town as his own personal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/08/dinapoli-audit-shows-former-highway-superintendent-took-taxpayers-ride-town-erinExxon's Investors Call for Meaningful Climate Risk Plan
… Investors led by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, as trustee of the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund), and the Church …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/04/exxons-investors-call-meaningful-climate-risk-planOversight of Hotels and Motels Used for Homeless and Mixed-Use Temporary Residency
… Department of Health (DOH) are adequately ensuring that hotels and motels used for homeless and mixed-use temporary … report, of the more than 86,000 homeless people in New York State, almost 13,000 (15 percent) are located in areas outside of New York City (NYC). Counties throughout the State utilize hotels …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/06/27/oversight-hotels-and-motels-used-homeless-and-mixed-use-temporary-residencyResponsiveness to Noise Complaints Related to Construction Projects
… indicated that inspectors generally find there is no excessive noise at the location and rarely issue violations … complaints and their impact on the community. Increase the level of review of AHV renewal requests to ensure they are … of information, with DEP regarding locations with an excessive number of noise complaints. Other Related …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2017/08/31/responsiveness-noise-complaints-related-construction-projectsAdministration of the Contract With the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health
… To determine whether the Office of Mental Health (OMH) is effectively administering its Supportive Housing Contract … through the end of our fieldwork. Background OMH’s mission is to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers. One of OMH’s major programs is known as “supportive housing,” which combines affordable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/12/30/administration-contract-postgraduate-center-mental-healthBaker Victory Services – Compliance With the Reimbursable Cost Manual
… a not-for-profit organization located in Lackawanna, New York, provides a variety of services to the Erie County … As a result of the audit, Baker Victory hired a new CPA to review Baker Victory’s allocated costs. Further, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/10/07/baker-victory-services-compliance-reimbursable-cost-manualState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits
… $1.9 million. Officials could not demonstrate the balances in the four remaining reserves, totaling approximately … services provided totaling $65,254, which resulted in the district not realizing $32,627 in revenue. The district lacked adequate procedures to ensure …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/07/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-district-audits-0Selected Aspects of Accommodations for Passengers With Disabilities (Follow-Up)
… public entity created to control the port district of New York and New Jersey, maintaining the trade and travel … inaccessible to customers using a mobility device, and no signage was evident to direct customers to seek assistance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/05/12/selected-aspects-accommodations-passengers-disabilities-followFare Evasion (Follow-Up)
To determine the extent of implementation of the 19 recommendations included in our initial audit report Fare Evasion 2019S7
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/06/22/fare-evasion-followDiNapoli Op-Ed: We Should Be Teaching Financial Literacy in NY's High Schools
… and investing. They become better equipped and informed to make important financial decisions in the future that … Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures recommended to the Board of Regents that financial literacy should be a … asking: “What knowledge, skills, and/or experiences do you think are important for all students to have by the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-op-ed-we-should-be-teaching-financial-literacy-nys-high-schoolsDiNapoli: State Needs to Supercharge Efforts to Meet Renewable Electricity Goals
… process to bring renewable electricity generation projects online more quickly. Continuing to improve the renewable …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/08/dinapoli-state-needs-supercharge-efforts-meet-renewable-electricity-goalsState Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… following audits and examinations have been issued. Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS): Financial Oversight of the Advantage After School Program (Follow-Up) (2019-F-27) … their expenditures proportionately. Based on observations of program attendance at selected providers, the cost per …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli: NYC Metro Transportation Costs Rose 56% Over Past Decade, Slower Than Other Major Areas
… largest cost for New Yorkers, behind housing, at 14% of household spending. “Many New Yorkers struggle to make … they remain affordable and help to offset higher costs of other household essentials.” Share of Household Spending Transportation costs — which include …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/09/draft-dinapoli-nyc-metro-transportation-costs-grew-slower-other-major-cities-still-rose-29-percentNYS Comptroller DiNapoli: One of Largest U.S. Carbon Emitters Commits to Lower GHG Emissions
… Agreement's goals. As a result, the New York State Common Retirement Fund's (Fund) has withdrawn the shareholder … request it had filed with the company. "The utilities sector should pay close attention to AEP's commitment to … New York State Common Retirement Fund is the third largest public pension fund in the United States, with an estimated …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-one-largest-us-carbon-emitters-commits-lower-ghg-emissionsNew York's 529 College Savings Program Turns 20
… helping New Yorkers save for higher education, according to New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. He … 529 Advisor-Guided College Savings Program. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/new-yorks-529-college-savings-program-turns-20DiNapoli: Billions Needed for Repairs to Local Bridges
… repairs is staggering, DiNapoli’s report found the number of "structurally deficient" locally-owned bridges has … time. Many local governments understand the importance of long-term planning for their infrastructure needs but they … steps to make funds for repairs available, the assistance of the federal government has also been critical. Difficult …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/10/dinapoli-billions-needed-repairs-local-bridgesDiNapoli Releases 2024 Fiscal Stress Scores for Villages and Some Cities
… local governments evaluated in this period. Over 482,000 New Yorkers reside in these municipalities. DiNapoli’s office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/04/dinapoli-releases-2024-fiscal-stress-scores-villages-and-some-cities