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Performance of Industrial Development Agencies in New York State – 2025 Annual Report

This report summarizes project and financial data submitted by industrial development agencies (IDAs) for fiscal year 2023 — the most recent data available — through the Public Authorities Reporting Information System. It also contains a brief discussion of local development corporations (LDCs), a related type of local authority. For regional and individual IDA summary-level data, see our Interactive Map.

NYS Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on Former Avon Police Chief Sentencing

New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli released the following statement today on the sentencing of former Avon Police Chief Joseph Geer for stealing federal funds:

“This police chief swore to uphold the law but instead used his position to enrich himself at the expense of his community. He was ordered to pay back what he stole, and he paid full restitution, amounting to over $6,000. My thanks to U.S. Attorney DiGiacomo and the FBI for partnering with my office to hold him accountable.”

Past Releases

DiNapoli: Former Essex County Fair Treasurer and Willsboro Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $90,000 From the Essex County Agricultural Society and Town

State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Franklin County District Attorney Elizabeth Crawford and New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James announced that Bridget Brown, the former treasurer of the Essex County Agricultural Society and former Willsboro town clerk/tax collector, pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $90,000 in funds from the society and the town.

DiNapoli: City of Kingston Is Addressing Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Needs While Maintaining Fiscal Stability

The City of Kingston’s economic revitalization and climate resiliency efforts include investments in its infrastructure, institutions and local amenities, enhancing its status as a regional destination for arts, culture and history, even as the city works through challenges, including housing affordability and budgetary constraints, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.

Local Governments Should Improve Accessibility for New Yorkers

Municipalities should consider improving physical accessibility to their facilities for people with disabilities, according to a report released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Visits to selected public facilities including libraries, meeting halls and government offices in 20 cities, towns and a village found parking lots, building entrances, and bathrooms where accessibility could be improved to prevent potential hardships for individuals with disabilities.