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Comptroller DiNapoli Seeks to Return Millions in Unclaimed Funds Owed to Local Governments
… that his office has identified more than $5 million in unclaimed funds for local governments across the state. After … so far. DiNapoli’s office oversees the state’s 31 million unclaimed funds accounts, valued at more than $13 billion. Unclaimed Funds Owed to Local Governments by Region Region …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/06/comptroller-dinapoli-seeks-return-millions-unclaimed-funds-owed-local-governmentsDiNapoli Statement in Support of Senator Warren's Legislation Creating Greater Climate Risk Disclosure
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, trustee of the New York State Common Retirement Fund, released the following statement today in support of U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren's Climate Risk Disclosure … addressing climate risk, but we face a severe lack of information from our portfolio companies on how they …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-statement-support-senator-warrens-legislation-creating-greater-climate-risk-disclosureDiNapoli: Former Le Roy Fire Department Treasurer Stole Nearly $50,000 in Public Funds
… records in the first degree (class E Felony). “This official blatantly took advantage of his position to enrich … has control of the purse strings, it can be too easy for the misuse of public money to go undetected. I want to thank Genesee County District Attorney Lawrence …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/10/dinapoli-former-le-roy-fire-department-treasurer-stole-nearly-50000-public-fundsDiNapoli: Audit Identifies $800,000 in Ineligible Costs Submitted by NYC Special Education Provider
… Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced that his latest audit of expenses submitted by publicly-funded special education … and neighboring boroughs. The New York City Department of Education (DoE) refers students to Milestone and pays the … expenses based on rates set by the State Department of Education (SED). The school must submit its annual …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-audit-identifies-800000-ineligible-costs-submitted-nyc-special-education-providerDiNapoli: Bradford Fire Company Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Stealing $8,500 in Public Funds
… in July 2016. "Sherry Hamilton abused her position of trust by turning company fundraisers into personal … 23. Hamilton is expected to pay full restitution as part of her plea agreement. To read the report , go to: … fight fraud and abuse. New Yorkers can report allegations of fraud involving taxpayer money by calling the toll-free …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/03/dinapoli-bradford-fire-company-treasurer-pleads-guilty-stealing-8500-public-fundsComptroller DiNapoli Statement in Response to President Trump’s Withdrawal From the Paris Agreement
… President Trumps decision to walk away from the Paris Agreement is a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/06/comptroller-dinapoli-statement-response-president-trumps-withdrawal-paris-agreementDiNapoli: Allegany County Woman Arrested for Theft of Nearly $30,000 in Pension Checks
… the arrest of Linda Burrows of Fillmore, New York for the alleged theft of $29,893 in state pension checks sent … and I thank District Attorney Jones and the state Police for working with us to hold Burrows accountable.” New York … this arrest.” Burrows’ mother retired as a custodian for the Yorkshire Pioneer Central School District and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-allegany-county-woman-arrested-theft-nearly-30000-pension-checksFinger Lakes Region Leads the Way Statewide in Agricultural Sales, Topping $2 Billion
… New York cannot be overstated, both as an economic engine for their communities and an essential part of our food … includes an analysis of state programs and tax benefits for farmers. Some of the important findings in the Finger … and Wayne Counties ranked second and third in the state for commodity sales, and Wyoming County was also second for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-agriculture-report-reveals-economic-growth-and-challenges-facing-new-york-farms-finger-lakesDiNapoli: State Tax Collections Slightly Stronger Than Expected in February but Remain Volatile
… higher than initially expected,”DiNapoli said. “The state is in a strong fiscal position but there is volatility that … $147.2 million lower than updated projections. Spending for local assistance grants totaled $88.8 billion and was 6.1 … below projections; and The General Fund ended February with a balance of $11.2 billion, which was $340.9 million …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/dinapoli-state-tax-collections-slightly-stronger-expected-february-remain-volatileeBay Publicly Commits to Gender and Racial Diversity in Search for Board Members
… of receiving the proposal, eBay increased the number of women on its board and revised its Guidelines to state that, … the Board should actively seek out highly qualified women and individuals from minority groups to include in the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/03/ebay-publicly-commits-gender-and-racial-diversity-search-board-membersDiNapoli: NYC Office Building Market Values Rise Amid Shift in Demand for Space
… buildings in New York City remain a critical contributor to its economy and tax base, as market values reached nearly … year (FY) 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller … “The value of office buildings in New York City is tied to demand for space that comes from new and expanding …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/dinapoli-nyc-office-building-market-values-rise-amid-shift-demand-spaceMedicaid Program – Mainstream Managed Care Organizations: Administrative Costs Used in Premium Rate Setting
… submitting accurate administrative costs to the Department of Health (Department) and whether the Department is … and locally funded program that provides a wide range of medical services to those who are economically … and Medicaid claim costs totaled about $53 billion. Most of the State’s Medicaid recipients receive their services …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/10/13/medicaid-program-mainstream-managed-care-organizations-administrative-costs-used-premiumDiNapoli: Potential Changes in Federal Policies Pose Risks for New York City's Budget
… FY 2017, the largest since FY 2008, but faces uncertainty with potential policy changes in Washington, as well as … in federal funding and cuts to Medicaid," DiNapoli said. "With these risks in mind, Mayor de Blasio and the city have … year growth slowed further, to an estimated 1.8 percent, with non-property taxes declining for the first time since FY …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-potential-changes-federal-policies-pose-risks-new-york-citys-budgetDiNapoli: Moderate Growth in Local Sales Tax Collections for First Half of 2017
… across New York grew 3.3 percent in the first six months of 2017, according to a report released today by State … across the state is welcome news, especially for many of our upstate communities that have struggled with tough … said. "Sales tax, however, can be a volatile source of revenue and local officials must remain cautious. While …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/08/dinapoli-moderate-growth-local-sales-tax-collections-first-half-2017DiNapoli: Recent Federal Actions Will Have Significant Impact on Higher Education in NY
… colleges and universities are proud partners in advancing educational opportunity, innovation, and workforce …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-recent-federal-actions-will-have-significant-impact-higher-education-nyDiNapoli: Rochester Woman Arrested for Alleged Theft of Nearly $13,000 in Pension Payments
… announced the arrest of a 68-year-old Rochester woman for allegedly stealing $12,973 in state pension payments sent … to District Attorney Doorley and the New York State Police for their partnership in ensuring justice is served." “The … State Comptroller’s Office and the New York State Police for leading this investigation and sharing our commitment to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/06/dinapoli-rochester-woman-arrested-alleged-theft-nearly-13000-pension-paymentsDiNapoli: Greene County Couple Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $35,000 in Pension Payments
… Greene County couple today pleaded guilty to grand larceny for stealing over $35,000 in pension payments, New York State … in Greene County Court. In April, the couple were arrested for cashing pension checks meant for Stephen’s deceased father. “Stephen and Kelly Tuomey hid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-greene-county-couple-pleads-guilty-stealing-over-35000-pension-paymentsPhysical and Financial Conditions at Selected Mitchell-Lama Developments in New York City (Follow-Up)
… Objective To assess the extent of implementation of the nine recommendations … included in our initial audit report, Physical and Financial Conditions at Selected Mitchell-Lama Developments in New York City (Report 2022-S-9 ). About the Program The Mitchell-Lama …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/06/09/physical-and-financial-conditions-selected-mitchell-lama-developments-new-york-city-followDiNapoli: Local Sales Tax Collections Total $5.8 Billion, Up 3.2% in First Quarter
… totaled $5.8 billion in the first quarter (January-March) of 2025, an increase of 3.2% ($180 million) compared to the same quarter last year. Each of the 10 regions in the state, including New York City, had … totaled $58 billion in the first quarter JanuaryMarch of 2025 an increase of 32 $180 million compared to the same …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/dinapoli-local-sales-tax-collections-total-58-billion-32-first-quarterDiNapoli: Wall Street Bonus Pool Reaches Record High of $47.5 Billion in 2024
… federal policy changes may dampen the outlook for parts of the securities industry in 2025.” The total estimated … the nation’s financial capital even as the city’s share of securities industry jobs has declined as companies have … nationally in recent years. In 2024, the city’s share of industry jobs nationally was 18%, down from about 33% in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/03/dinapoli-wall-street-bonus-pool-reaches-record-high-475-billion-2024