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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits

New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced his office completed audits of Franklin Square and Munson Fire District, Greater Syracuse Property Development Corporation, Village of Mayfield, Village of Newport and the Wassaic Fire District.

"In today’s fiscal climate, budget transparency and accountability for our local communities is a top priority," said DiNapoli. "By auditing municipal finances and operations, my office continues to provide taxpayers the assurance that their money is being spent appropriately and effectively."

DiNapoli Releases Economic Profile of New York's North Country Region

Economic development in the North Country is being boosted by community-based projects led by state and community leaders to expand tourism, improve workforce skills and spur industrial growth, according to an economic profile by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. DiNapoli released the report today while he was in Plattsburgh speaking to the North Country Chamber of Commerce.

DiNapoli: Former Treasurer Charged in $11,000 Theft of Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department Funds

The former treasurer of the Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department was charged today in the alleged theft of more than $11,000 from the fire department over several years, following an investigation by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli’s office and the Bolivar Police Department which was prompted by a complaint to the Comptroller’s fraud hotline.

DiNapoli: Audits Reveal Millions in Lost Revenue for Local Water Systems

Audits of municipal water systems estimate local governments are losing millions of dollars in revenue due to water loss, inaccurate meters or improper billing, according to a report issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The report analyzed the results of audits conducted by DiNapoli's office of 161 local government and seven public authority water systems from January 2012 through May 2017.

DiNapoli: Former Ontario Town Water Superintendent Charged With Covering Up Failure to Fix Water Leaks

Former Ontario Water Superintendent Rodney Peets was arraigned in Wayne County today on charges of offering a false instrument for filing, tampering with a public record and official misconduct after a year-long investigation by the State Comptroller’s Office, the New York State Police, and Acting Wayne County District Attorney Christopher Bokelman, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said.