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DiNapoli: New York State Pension Fund and Coca Cola Reach Agreement on Executive Pay
… resolution with the Atlanta-based beverage giant. “Pay for CEOs and other corporate executives has dramatically … into consideration. I commend Coca-Cola for taking this step to help ensure that pay for its top executives is in line with the company’s overall compensation philosophy and long term …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2020/03/dinapoli-new-york-state-pension-fund-and-coca-cola-reach-agreement-executive-payDiNapoli: Village of Candor Mayor Arrested for Allegedly Stealing From the Village
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and the New York State Police announced the arrest of Village of Candor Mayor Eric Halstead for stealing from the village’s General … New York State Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli and the New York State Police announced the arrest of Village of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/07/dinapoli-village-candor-mayor-arrested-allegedly-stealing-villageDiNapoli: Tennessee Woman Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud for Receiving Deceased Mother's New York State and Local Retirement System Benefits
… New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli joined the United States Attorney for Eastern District of Tennessee … has pleaded guilty to wire fraud (18 USC. § 1343) in the U.S. District Court at Knoxville, TN for stealing $56,352 from the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS). This …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/03/dinapoli-tennessee-woman-pleads-guilty-wire-fraud-receiving-deceased-mothers-new-york-state-and-localIndependent Review Finds State Pension Fund Operates Under Highest Ethical and Professional Standards
… An independent fiduciary and conflict of interest review of the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund), released … to the highest ethical, professional and conflict of interest standards” and for being “well-prepared for the … An independent fiduciary and conflict of interest review of the New York State Common Retirement …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/04/independent-review-finds-state-pension-fund-operates-under-highest-ethical-and-professional-standardsDiNapoli: Binghamton Woman Sentenced for Stealing Deceased Father-In-Law's Pension Payments
… Binghamton woman, was sentenced to pay full restitution of $32,000 and serve five years’ probation. “Ms. LaBarr’s … us to ensure she was brought to justice.” “The sentencing of Joy LaBarr marks a significant step towards accountability … placed in her and denied the legitimate beneficiaries of their entitled resources. This sentence, requiring full …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/05/dinapoli-binghamton-woman-sentenced-stealing-deceased-father-laws-pension-paymentsDiNapoli: Former Utica School District Superintendent Sentenced for Public Corruption, Must Pay Over $160K to District
… State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Oneida County District Attorney Todd Carville, and the New York State Police today announced that Bruce Karam, the former long-time superintendent of the Utica City School District (UCSD), was sentenced to … Thomas P DiNapoli today announced that Bruce Karam the former longtime superintendent of the Utica City School …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/04/dinapoli-former-utica-school-district-superintendent-sentenced-public-corruption-must-pay-over-160kDiNapoli: Fulton County Snowmobile President Arrested for Stealing Over $8,000 From Nonprofit
… Mike Poulin announced the arrest of Chad Daley, 52, for allegedly stealing over $8,000 from a nonprofit that maintains snowmobile trails in the Adirondacks. Daley, the president of the Snowdrifters … to fraudulently secure $40,000 in state grant money for the organization. “Chad Daley allegedly violated the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-fulton-county-snowmobile-president-arrested-stealing-over-8000-nonprofitCity of Dunkirk – Budget Review (B24-1-10)
… [read complete report – pdf] Purpose The purpose of our budget review was to provide an independent evaluation of the City’s proposed budget for 2025. Background Chapter 5 6 of the Laws of 2024, Part DD (the City of Dunkirk Fiscal … The purpose of our budget review was to provide an independent evaluation …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2024/11/27/city-dunkirk-budget-review-b24-1-10DiNapoli: Fast Food Companies Agree to Stronger Supplier Oversight
… YUM! Brands, the parent company of Kentucky Fried Chicken, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell, have agreed to conduct assessments … YUM Brands the parent company of Kentucky Fried Chicken Pizza Hut and Taco Bell have agreed to conduct assessments of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/05/dinapoli-fast-food-companies-agree-stronger-supplier-oversightState Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Passage of Final State Budget
… have finalized a state budget. Major policy changes in the budget that will be felt across the state include the … tax rates for lower- and middle-income families starting in 2026. Other new funding initiatives include expanding … 2025-2029 capital plan, reflecting a major investment in transportation infrastructure in the New York City …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/05/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-passage-final-state-budgetDiNapoli: Owner of Medical Transport Company Charged With Running Sham Transportation Service Scheme
… Transit Corp., on ten counts of wire fraud for her role in a scheme to defraud New York State of over $1.2 million in transportation grant funds. “Jael Watts allegedly devised … cheat New York State out of money meant to aid residents in need of transportation services. Thanks to my office and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-owner-medical-transport-company-charged-running-sham-transportation-service-schemeOpinion 95-8
… or statutory amendments that bear on the issues discussed in the opinion. COUNTIES -- Powers and Duties (use of … and (ii) of the CPLR must be deposited, respectively, in a "law enforcement purposes" or "prosecution services" … general fund, and used only for law enforcement purposes in the investigation of penal law offenses or for the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-95-8Annual Update: Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Debt Profile
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) finances brightened last year when the State provided a substantial, recurring funding solution to help it balance its operating budget as federal relief funds are exhausted.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/reports/osdc/pdf/report-3-2025.pdfTown of Owasco – Financial Management and Procurement (2021M-70)
Determine whether the Town of Owasco (Town) Board (Board) effectively managed fund balances and reserves for the general, water and sewer district funds and has multiyear financial and capital plans.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/owasco-2021-70.pdfPompey Hill Fire District – Financial Management (2021M-136)
Determine whether the Pompey Hill Fire District (District) Board of Fire Commissioners (Board) properly established and managed capital reserve funds, ensured records were audited and annual reports were filed timely.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2021/pdf/pompey-hill-district-2021-136.pdfDiNapoli: Florida Man Charged with Stealing Nearly $80,000 in Pension Benefits Issued to His Deceased Father
… man was charged with grand larceny and identity theft for allegedly accepting, withdrawing and spending nearly … My thanks to Nassau County District Attorney Donnelly for her partnership with my investigative team. We will … an unnecessary burden on resources that provide security for hundreds of thousands of retirees and their …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/11/dinapoli-florida-man-charged-stealing-nearly-80000-pension-benefits-issued-his-deceased-fatherContract Advisory No. 27
… additional benefits of ACH are: An efficient and secure method of payment; A more cost effective process than sending …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/contract-advisory/27-electronic-payments-ach-agency-specific-contractsHadley-Luzerne Central School District - Financial Management (2018M-103)
… appropriations by an average of approximately $1.9 million annually from 2014-15 to 2016-17, which resulted … necessary and reasonable and ensure a plan for reserves is prepared and submitted in accordance with District policy. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/10/26/hadley-luzerne-central-school-district-financial-management-2018m-103Hinsdale Central School District – Extra-Classroom Activities (2017M-244)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to determine whether extra-classroom cash receipts were …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2018/03/16/hinsdale-central-school-district-extra-classroom-activities-2017m-244Town of Neversink – Multiyear Planning and Fund Balance Management (2017M-260)
… in the general and highway funds for the period January 1, 2016 through August 17, 2017. Background The Town of Neversink is located in Sullivan County and has a population of approximately 3,600. The District is governed by an elected five-member Town Board. Combined …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/town/2018/02/09/town-neversink-multiyear-planning-and-fund-balance-management-2017m-260