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DiNapoli: April Sales Tax Collections Decline Over 24 Percent After COVID-19 Shutdown
… tax collections dropped 24.4 percent in April compared to April 2019, leaving many of New York’s local governments grappling with shortfalls, according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Sales tax … local governments short by about $327 million compared to last year. Although the first quarter of 2020 was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/05/dinapoli-april-sales-tax-collections-decline-over-24-percent-after-covid-19-shutdownOperational Training and Medical Assessments of Train Crews (Follow-Up)
… Objective To determine the extent of implementation of the five … Train crews consist of two members: a Train Operator (TO) and a Conductor – both of whom have direct responsibility … and proper operation of Transit trains. Employees new to the TO and Conductor positions must go through Induction …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/11/19/operational-training-and-medical-assessments-train-crews-followNew Lebanon Central School District - School District Website (S9-19-37)
… documents to make informed decisions. Officials did not post: Budget-to-actual results; budget documents with fund … of the District’s fiscal decisions. Key Recommendations Post the budget-to-actual results, comprehensive budget … with detailed CAPs to the District website. Prepare and post a multiyear financial plan to help residents see the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2021/03/23/new-lebanon-central-school-district-school-district-website-s9-19-37Former Treasurer of Putnam Engine & Hose Co. of the Port Chester Volunteer Fire Dept. Pleads Guilty to Embezzling More Than $38,000
… States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, William F. Sweeney Jr., the Assistant Director-in-Charge of … of protecting life and property." FBI Assistant Director William F. Sweeney Jr. said: "Those who serve the public … by filing a complaint online at investigations@osc.ny.gov , or by mailing a complaint to: Office of the State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/12/former-treasurer-putnam-engine-hose-co-port-chester-volunteer-fire-dept-pleads-guilty-embezzling-moreXVIII.1 Capital Projects – XVIII. Capital Projects
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https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xviii/xviii2-project-costing-changes-pcipDiNapoli: Longtime Dunkirk Treasurer Indicted for Embezzling Over $120K From City
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and Chautauqua County … to District Attorney Schmidt, who then partnered with State Comptroller DiNapoli’s office to investigate the matter. The joint investigation and State Comptroller’s forensic audit revealed that from April …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/01/dinapoli-longtime-dunkirk-treasurer-indicted-embezzling-over-120k-cityDiNapoli Releases State Cash Report
… of $8.1 billion in June were stronger than expected, and collections for the first quarter of the fiscal year were … gains in quarterly estimated personal income tax payments and estate and gift taxes. Total tax receipts of $20.6 billion for the … of $81 billion in June were stronger than expected and collections for the first quarter of the fiscal year were …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/07/dinapoli-releases-state-cash-reportOpinion 98-6
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … had an interest during the fiscal year, exceeds $750. You state that the spouse of a newly-elected county supervisor is … No. 92-30, supra ). We also note that the courts of this State have held public officials to a high standard of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-6DiNapoli: Former Essex County Fair Treasurer and Willsboro Town Clerk Ordered To Pay Full Restitution for Theft of Nearly $90,000
… Superintendent Steven G. James announced that Bridget Brown, the former treasurer of the Essex County Agricultural … stealing funds from the society and the town. “Bridget Brown abused the trust of multiple communities and treated … James for their partnership in ensuring Bridget Brown was held accountable for her crimes.” “I am thankful …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/07/dinapoli-former-essex-county-fair-treasurer-and-willsboro-town-clerk-ordered-pay-full-restitutionDiNapoli: Greenburgh-Graham Union Free School District Superintendent and Former Security System Specialist Arrested on Corruption Charges for Stealing School Funds
… Free School District were arrested on corruption charges for allegedly stealing school district funds earmarked for students and spending them on personal and luxury … funds for personal expenses, including jewelry, luxury handbags, private school fees for relatives, and veterinary …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-greenburgh-graham-union-free-school-district-superintendent-and-former-security-systemDiNapoli: NYC Contract Spending Rises $7 Billion Since FY 2019
… (excluding capital projects) has grown significantly in recent years, rising to $24.3 billion in fiscal year (FY) 2023, an increase of nearly $7 billion … share (41%) of total citywide operating spending growth in this period, according to a report released today by State …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-nyc-contract-spending-rises-7-billion-fy-2019Comptroller DiNapoli, U.S. Attorney Hartunian & New York A.G. Schneiderman Announce Guilty Pleas on State and Federal Charges By Former Assemblymember William Scarborough
… for mileage actually incurred for travel between his home and Albany. To receive those payments, SCARBOROUGH was … public funds.” U.S. Attorney Richard S. Hartunian said, “My office is committed to rooting out corruption in the state … we will continue to pursue those like Mr. Scarborough who sell their integrity at the public’s expense.” The federal …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2015/05/comptroller-dinapoli-us-attorney-hartunian-new-york-ag-schneiderman-announce-guilty-pleas-state-andOpinion 91-26
… engaged a firm in 1988 to prepare plans and designs for the construction of a new library building. You have … once voter approval of the project was obtained. Financing for the construction recently received voter approval and the … board is now negotiating with the previously selected firm for its services in connection with the construction phase of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-91-26Citywide Payment Services and Standards – Controls Over Payments
… Objectives To determine whether the New York City Department of Finance … Services and Standards (CPSS) unit has controls in place to ensure that payments received by and processed on behalf … To determine whether the New York City Department of Finance …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/08/01/citywide-payment-services-and-standards-controls-over-paymentsWest Sparta Independent Volunteer Fire Department Company Number 1, Inc. – Board Oversight (2025M-44)
… organizations about tax law requirements and promote compliance with the requirements. Organizations also use the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/fire-company-or-department/2025/08/29/west-sparta-independent-volunteer-fire-department-companyDiNapoli: Nine Million New Yorkers Employed, Highest Count Since 2008
… regions saw declines. "New York’s diverse workforce is a key strength as we compete in today’s global economy," DiNapoli said. "Statewide, employment is growing and unemployment shrinking. But ensuring good job … with the number of workers aged 65 and over rising by 26 percent in New York over the past five years, compared to …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/09/dinapoli-nine-million-new-yorkers-employed-highest-count-2008Monitoring of Not-for-Profit Cemeteries for Fiscal Stability and Adequate Facility Maintenance (Follow-Up)
… Maintenance ( 2016-S-79 ). Background The Department of State’s (Department) Division of Cemeteries (Division) … all not-for-profit cemetery corporations (cemeteries) in New York State. As authorized by Article 15 of the Not-for-Profit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2018/12/27/monitoring-not-profit-cemeteries-fiscal-stability-and-adequate-facility-maintenance-followDEC Management of Invasive Species (2019-S-026) - Maps
… Details the status of invasive species at public boat launch locations and locations of the permitted …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/dec-management-invasive-species-2019-s-026-mapsOversight of Disability Services (Follow-Up)
… Objective To assess the extent of implementation of the four recommendations included in our initial audit report, Oversight of Disability Services (Report 2021-S-42 ). About the Program … To assess the extent of implementation of the four recommendations included in our …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2025/07/14/oversight-disability-services-followSelected Aspects of Subway Station Safety (Follow-Up)
… station signage web portal or by faxing a Signage Request form. The initial audit found that the Division often did …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/02/20/selected-aspects-subway-station-safety-follow