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DiNapoli: Calls to Investigate Violations of Do Not Call Law Going Unanswered
… Law allows consumers to register their mobile and landline phone numbers on a national registry to reduce unsolicited … 2001 law. Initially, New York consumers registered their phone numbers on a statewide registry. Then, in 2003, the … As of Dec. 31, 2017, more than 14 million New York phone numbers were on the registry. DiNapoli's auditors found …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/09/dinapoli-calls-investigate-violations-do-not-call-law-going-unansweredDiNapoli, McGill Announce Arrest of Man Who Allegedly Stole Deceased Mother's Retirement Payments
… death of an individual in order to obtain Social Security funds or other benefits is a federal crime,” said McGill, “We …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/dinapoli-mcgill-announce-arrest-man-who-allegedly-stole-deceased-mothers-retirement-paymentsComptroller DiNapoli and A.G. Schneiderman Announce Conviction of Florida Resident For Stealing $275k in NYS Pension Benefits
… over that time period. Eletz pleaded guilty today before Judge Peter Lynch in Albany County Court and paid $150,000 in … York State for an additional $124,987. This case is the latest joint investigation under the Operation Integrity …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/09/comptroller-dinapoli-and-ag-schneiderman-announce-conviction-florida-resident-stealing-275k-nysDriver Responsibility Assessment Program
… due from violators and that it suspended the licenses, or the privilege to obtain a license, of drivers who did not … per year for three years on drivers convicted of alcohol- or drug-related traffic violations or who refuse a chemical test. The Law also mandates a fee of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2014/10/09/driver-responsibility-assessment-programComptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Guilty Plea and Sentencing of Robert Wiesner in Bid-Rigging Case
… trust in the process and confidence that taxpayer funds are being spent fairly and for their intended purpose.” …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/01/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-guilty-plea-and-sentencing-robert-wiesner-bid-riggingStatement From NY State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli on Mayor's November Financial Plan Update
… also continues the city’s practice of not fully budgeting for known spending risks, including for transportation, education and social services. The city did not budget for the cost of expanding its Family Homelessness and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/11/statement-ny-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-mayors-november-financial-plan-updateCost-Saving Ideas: Minimizing Unemployment Insurance Costs
… promptly and completely. Claims are charged to your account and could increase your tax rate in future years if … all wages were reported properly. Check your DOL Employer Account Balance and then calculate the balance yourself: Take the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/cost-saving-ideas-minimizing-unemployment-insurance-costsNYS Comptroller DiNapoli and Church of England Call on ExxonMobil to Set Targets for Lowering GHG Emissions
… as Trustee of the New York State Common Retirement Fund (the Fund), and the Church of England's investment fund … confidence." Edward Mason, Head of Responsible Investment for the Church Commissioners, said: "We want to see … organization Ceres . Ceres is one of the founding partner organizations of Climate Action 100+ responsible for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-and-church-england-call-exxonmobil-set-targets-lowering-ghg-emissionsDiNapoli: Town of Cohocton Clerk Arrested for Stealing Public Funds
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the … penalty payments, as well as cash for building permits and dog licenses, over a six-year period. Riley was arraigned in … by filing a complaint online at [email protected].ny.us , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/dinapoli-town-cohocton-clerk-arrested-stealing-public-fundsDiNapoli: Former Fire District Treasurer Arrested for Stealing Public Funds
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the … business records after an audit and investigation by DiNapoli’s office uncovered the misappropriation of more … officials that abuse their position to steal taxpayer money will not get away with it,” said DiNapoli. “My office …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/dinapoli-former-fire-district-treasurer-arrested-stealing-public-fundsOpinion 89-44
… STATE COMPTROLLER -- Justice Court Fund (reporting requirements for acting village justices) VILLAGE LAW, … not serve. Village Law, §4-410 sets forth the reporting requirements for village justices. Subdivision b of this … it is without question that, given the general statutory scheme pertaining to the collection and distribution of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-44DiNapoli: Former Beekman Tax Collector Sentenced for Theft of Over $86,000
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Dutchess County … “Public corruption does damage beyond the theft of money because it corrodes the public’s trust in government,” … Chiumento said, “This individual violated the public trust by blatantly disregarding the law and stealing from town …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/dinapoli-former-beekman-tax-collector-sentenced-theft-over-86000Opinion 89-63
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The … A municipal housing authority is exempt from the payment of court filing fees. This is in reply to your inquiry asking …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-63Comptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Indictment of Former Highway Superintendent in Public Corruption Case
… the town. The indictment charges that Burlew stole the money by submitting fraudulent vouchers for payment to the Town of … in corruption cases since 2011, including a sitting state senator, a current member of the New York City Council, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/09/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-indictment-former-highway-superintendent-publicOpinion 93-20
… the issues discussed in the opinion. LOCAL LAWS -- Taxes and Assessments (requiring countersignature on checks issued … of countersignature) TOWN LAW, §37(1); MUNICIPAL HOME RULE LAW, §§10, 23(2)(f): A town, by local law, may … issued by the town supervisor). Pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, §10, however, towns may adopt and amend local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-93-20NYS Comptroller DiNapoli, Steuben County District Attorney Baker, and NYS Police: Former Addison Official to Be Sentenced to Prison and Will Forfeit State Pension After Million Dollar Public Corruption Conviction
… full restitution of $1.1 million, and forfeit her public pension after being convicted of one felony count of … over her 19-year career. Stone’s forfeiture of her state pension as a result of her public corruption conviction will … her resignation letter, she wrote herself a final check for $26,613, which was not authorized by the board. The …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/08/nys-comptroller-dinapoli-steuben-county-district-attorney-baker-and-nys-police-former-addisonDiNapoli Releases Review of City's Proposed Budget and Financial Plan
… gaps and to replenish reserves, according to a review of New York City’s financial plan released today by New York … be higher than the city’s forecast, but found it still faces a number of large budget risks. Besides the outcome of … during fiscal years 2015 through 2017 and whether the Health and Hospitals Corporation will require additional …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/03/dinapoli-releases-review-citys-proposed-budget-and-financial-planDiNapoli: 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-communitiesDiNapoli: 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-guiltyOptional Membership – Membership and Enrollment
… their public employment, including work with more than one participating employer . Employees’ Right to Membership All … privilege of membership cannot be withheld by an employer. Employers must, at the time of hiring, inform new employees …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/optional-membership