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State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on New York State Budget for SFY 2022-23
… "The passing of the state budget is welcome news. While jobs are … geopolitical uncertainty surrounding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and persistently high inflation. In addition, New … to grapple with the health, economic, and social impacts of the pandemic. "I am pleased to see the budget will provide …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-new-york-state-budget-sfy-2022-23What Tier Are You In?
… look under 'My Account Summary.' There are six tiers in the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) and five in the Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS). Your tier determines: Your eligibility for benefits, The formula used in the calculation of your benefits, Death …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/what-tier-are-youComptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal … to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being spent appropriately and effectively." Claryville … District – Budgeting Practices (Sullivan County) The board is not adopting realistic budgets or ensuring the prudent use …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-2Where My Assets Are (VO1848)
A worksheet for NYSLRS retirees to help your survivors locate documents/information upon your extended disability or death.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/retirement/forms/pdf/vo1848.pdfDiNapoli: Property Tax Exemptions Top $450 Billion
… In this category, the state's School Tax Relief program (STAR) – which applies to a large portion of owner-occupied … outside of New York City – represents the majority share. STAR accounted for 2.4 million partial exemptions in 2016, … of all exempted value. However, unlike other exemptions, STAR creates no direct additional burden on other local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/02/dinapoli-property-tax-exemptions-top-450-billionDiNapoli: School District Tax Levy Cap at 2%
… in 2012, limits annual tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate of inflation or 2%. School districts may override the cap with 60% voter approval of their budget. DiNapoli’s office calculated the inflation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/dinapoli-school-district-tax-levy-cap-2-percentFranklin-Essex-Hamilton Board of Cooperative Educational Services – Capital Project State Aid (2024M-39)
… Services (BOCES) officials properly claimed State aid for the Adirondack Educational Center (AEC) and North … Findings BOCES officials did not properly claim State aid for the project. As a result, as of January 31, 2024, five … not received $652,054 in State aid they were entitled to for the project, and two districts received $916,278 in aid …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/boces/2024/07/12/franklin-essex-hamilton-board-cooperative-educational-services-capital-projectLocal Government Data
… Download annual financial data spreadsheets by class of local government and year. Use Open Book New York to see data for an individual local government. File local government data with the Office of the State … Local Government Data …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/dataLife Changes: Getting Your Affairs in Order and A Guide for Survivors
… Relationship; List claims against the estate and pay all bills; Alert creditors by publishing notice of death; Sell assets as necessary; Prepare tax returns and pay tax liabilities; Distribute assets to heirs; Prepare an …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/getting-your-affairs-order-and-guide-survivorsSchool Tax Relief (STAR) Program (2012-MS-6)
… 2011. Background The STAR exemption in the Real Property Tax Law provides a partial exemption from school taxes for … The STAR program lowers the school real property tax burden for homeowners, and makes up the difference by … not have the ability to search the Office of Real Property Tax Services (ORPTS) database of existing STAR exemptions …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/statewide-audit/2013/02/28/school-tax-relief-star-program-2012-ms-6Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… following local government audits have been issued. Town of Ancram – Financial and Capital Planning (Columbia County) … did not develop multiyear financial or capital plans. In addition, auditors found the board also did not adopt a … town did not have a written agreement or basis for rates charged to the Department of Corrections and Community …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/12/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-1State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits
… York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced the following local government audits has been issued. Town … Decatur – Town Clerk (Otsego County) Auditors determined the town clerk did not issue duplicate receipts for any collections during the audit period which totaled $1,630. The clerk also did not …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-municipal-audits-0State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
… Medicare. Department of Health: Improper Medicaid Payments to a Transportation Provider (Follow-Up) (2019-F-28) An audit … implement two. New York State Health Insurance Program: CVS Health: Temporary Holding Account Rebate Revenue … in December 2017, determined that the department deposited all funds received into the General Fund, as required. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/11/state-comptroller-dinapoli-releases-auditsDiNapoli Announces Staff Appointments
… his 42 years at the Comptroller’s office, he has served in multiple positions, including most recently as an … He received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Siena College, an Advanced Undergraduate Diploma in English History from Oxford University and a Master in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/10/dinapoli-announces-staff-appointmentsDiNapoli Announces Elliott Auerbach to Oversee Local Government Division
… four terms as Ulster County Comptroller and as a village mayor, Elliott has first-hand knowledge of the challenges … He starts on May 16. His salary is $150,000. Find out how your government money is spent at Open Book New York . Track municipal spending, the state's 160,000 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2019/05/dinapoli-announces-elliott-auerbach-oversee-local-government-divisionNew York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Executive Budget Proposal
… “Governor Hochul introduced her executive budget while many New Yorkers continue to struggle to make ends meet and … of a recession grow. Inflation is still too high, and New York still has not regained all the jobs lost during the … Governor Hochul introduced her executive budget while many New Yorkers continue to struggle to make ends meet and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/02/new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-executive-budget-proposalState Comptroller DiNapoli Statement on New York City Mayor's 2023 State of the City Address
… address delivered by Mayor Eric Adams put forth his vision for a city that keeps New Yorkers safe and prioritizes the … services. I commend the mayor's bold plan of action for a city that supports working families. “Like the state … path of fiscal discipline to achieve the mayor's vision for a better and fairer New York." Track state and local …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/01/state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-new-york-city-mayors-2023-state-city-addressState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on NYC's FY 2025 Preliminary Budget
… A take down of larger-than-historical contingency (in-year) reserves, better-than-projected revenue and … revenue allowed the city to take smaller agency savings in this round and to restore earlier reductions. However, the … the delicate balance of reducing the pace of cost growth in a way that does not hurt the city’s economy should remain …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/01/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-nycs-fy-2025-preliminary-budgetState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on State Budget for State Fiscal Year 2023-24
… gaps. The Governor has stated that reserves will equal 15% of State Operating Funds, consistent with recommendations I … changes that increase the allowable deposits and balances of the state's rainy day reserves. The state should put this … to federal pandemic aid approaching and the possibility of an economic downturn, it is unclear how recurring …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-state-budget-state-fiscal-year-2023-24New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on State Executive Budget Proposal
… to address them while also recognizing the importance of achieving and maintaining long-term structural budget … as support for vulnerable New Yorkers and continuation of the plan to fully fund school foundation aid. These are … unforeseen events. “ State revenue is running well ahead of projections , and the proposed budget includes significant …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/01/new-york-state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-state-executive-budget-proposal