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Opinion 98-6
… that the board of supervisors would audit claims submitted for payment under the contracts. For purposes of this opinion, we assume the county manager is … or dependents (General Municipal Law, §800[3][a]). For this purpose, a contract of a company of which the spouse …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-98-6State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli Statement on the Death of Maya Angelou
… writers and poets, Maya Angelou, a woman who gave a voice to millions and whose works of poetry and prose transcended … both here and abroad. While she is no longer with us, her personal memoirs and collections of verse will remain … writers and poets Maya Angelou a woman who gave a voice to millions and whose works of poetry and prose transcended …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/05/state-comptroller-thomas-p-dinapoli-statement-death-maya-angelouVillage of Mount Morris – Treasurer’s Office (2013M-65)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to review the Village’s financial operations for the period June 1, 2010, to February 12, 2013. Background The Village of Mount Morris … unable to provide adequate oversight of those performing her duties. The Board did not perform an annual audit. Key …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/05/31/village-mount-morris-treasurers-office-2013m-65Lisbon Central School District – Cafeteria Cash Receipts (2016M-152)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to evaluate internal controls over cafeteria cash receipts … not perform an independent reconciliation of cash sales to deposits or review the work of those who performed … (POS) system that she did not need to fulfill her job responsibilities. Key Recommendations Adopt detailed …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2016/07/01/lisbon-central-school-district-cafeteria-cash-receipts-2016m-152DiNapoli: Former Old Field Treasurer Pleads Guilty in $60,000 Theft of Village Funds
… County Court of former Old Field treasurer Andrea Brosnan to grand larceny for stealing nearly $60,000 from the village. Brosnan, 43, stole nearly $60,000 to shop on eBay and Amazon.com and pay divorce expenses, as … the finances of the village but used taxpayer funds as her personal piggy bank. Working with District Attorney …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2014/07/dinapoli-former-old-field-treasurer-pleads-guilty-60000-theft-village-fundsDiNapoli: Former Hannibal Fire Chief and Father Arrested
… fire company. “The Emmonses allegedly diverted money meant to protect their community to fund their hobbies and pocket the proceeds,” DiNapoli … of justice for the victims.” Chris Emmons had previously attempted to start a go-kart track business on his own …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2024/02/dinapoli-former-hannibal-fire-chief-and-father-arrestedComptroller DiNapoli Releases School Audits
… his office completed audits of the Canajoharie Central School District , Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES , East …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/04/comptroller-dinapoli-releases-school-auditsOpinion 89-60
… to further his or her personal interests. Since we do not know the full scope of the building inspector's powers …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-60Comptroller DiNapoli & A.G. Schneiderman Announce Charges Against Florida Resident For Allegedly Stealing Over $148k In NYS Pension Benefits
… retirement system. I thank Attorney General Schneiderman for following up on this case." "Stealing from New York’s … in lieu of posing bail; the next court date is scheduled for June 28, 2016. If convicted, Kanas faces up to fifteen … Road Patrol and Broward County Sheriff’s in Florida for their assistance. The Comptroller’s investigation was …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2016/06/comptroller-dinapoli-ag-schneiderman-announce-charges-against-florida-resident-allegedly-stealingDiNapoli: Ithaca Woman Charged With Stealing Nearly $70,000 in Pension Payments
… totaling $69,481.63 were made into the couple’s joint bank account. When NYSLRS became aware of the death, it stopped … the funds, she withdrew the balance of $26,408.61 from the account. Collins was arraigned on charges of grand larceny in …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/01/dinapoli-ithaca-woman-charged-stealing-nearly-70000-pension-paymentsReporting Regulation for Elected or Appointed Officials
… employer of the retirement system and are required to be reported to the retirement system. (a) Record of work activities. (1) … worked and time charged to accruals, shall record his or her work activities for a period of three consecutive months. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/reporting-regulation-elected-or-appointed-officialsDiNapoli: Huntington Man Charged With Stealing Over $56,000 in State Pension Payments
… account, where he thereafter spent the funds. In June of 2023, Johnson was interviewed by investigators from the … by filing a complaint online at https://www.osc.state.ny.us/investigations , or by mailing a complaint to: Office … of Investigations, 8th Floor, 110 State St., Albany, NY 12236. … NYS Comptroller Thomas P DiNapoli and Suffolk …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/10/dinapoli-huntington-man-charged-stealing-over-56000-state-pension-paymentsDiNapoli Announces Interim CIO for the New York State Common Retirement Fund
… week of July 30 after six years of service. "My thanks go to Vicki Fuller, during whose tenure the Fund has reached a … our target rate," DiNapoli said. "The Fund is fortunate to have Anastasia Titarchuk, who brings a wealth of experience to the position and has proven her skill and knowledge over her years as our Deputy CIO. I …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/07/dinapoli-announces-interim-cio-new-york-state-common-retirement-fundHeat and Hot Water Complaints
… Objective To determine whether the New York City (NYC) Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) … water. Insufficient heat can pose safety risks, especially for vulnerable populations, and the use of kitchen ovens and … agency. Its Code Enforcement Division is responsible for ensuring that residential building owners comply with …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/09/24/heat-and-hot-water-complaintsOpinion 2008-1
… to school district) -- Exceptions (contracts with not-for-profit-corporations) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW §§ 800(2), … also served as a trustee on the board of trustees of a not-for-profit foundation that raises money and makes gifts to … to gifts from, or other matters involving, the not-for-profit foundation for which the board member serves as a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-2008-1Opinion 94-13
… PAID FIREFIGHTERS -- Disability Benefits (procedure to terminate for engaging in prohibited employment) FIRE … AND PREVENTION -- Disability Benefits (procedure to terminate for engaging in prohibited employment) GENERAL … from the performance of duty the full amount of his or her regular salary or wages until the disability ceases. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-94-13DiNapoli: Former Hempstead School Official and Local Restauranteur Indicted in Kickback Scheme
… kickbacks, as well as the officials who enrich themselves at the expense of the public they serve.” "As alleged, Ms. … before United States District Court Judge Joanna Seybert at the federal courthouse in Central Islip. If convicted, the … taxpayer money by calling the toll-free Fraud Hotline at 1-888-672-4555, by filing a complaint online at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2022/05/dinapoli-former-hempstead-school-official-and-local-restauranteur-indicted-kickback-schemeVillage of Richmondville – Disbursements (2012M-178)
… Purpose of Audit The purpose of our audit was to ensure that the Board and Mayor properly monitored the … Village’s fiscal operations for the period June 1, 2011 to July 16, 2012. Background The Village of Richmondville is … and only limited oversight of the Clerk-Treasurer and her staff. Key Recommendations Ensure that the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/village/2013/01/25/village-richmondville-disbursements-2012m-178Rockland County – Court and Trust Funds (2019M-45)
… have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1, … have established appropriate controls to safeguard and account for court and trust funds for the period January 1 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/court-and-trust/2019/05/24/rockland-county-court-and-trust-funds-2019m-45Opinion 89-40
… This opinion represents the views of the Office of the State Comptroller at the time it was rendered. The opinion … 645; Lyle v H.R. Lyle Cider and Vinegar Company , 243 NY 257). This suggests that a sole proprietor or a partner is … see also Boro Park Sanitary Live Market v Heller , 280 NY 481, stating that "[w]here an owner of a business does the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/legal-opinions/opinion-89-40