Since 2011, the ABO has censured the board of directors of 38 local authorities. Many have come into compliance or are making a good-faith effort to comply, and some have indicated an intent to dissolve. Despite the efforts of the ABO, 12 censured local authorities continue to disregard their legal responsibilities to provide the public with information on their activities. The continued lack of transparency and public accountability exhibited by these authorities should be a matter of public and legislative concern.
The 12 authorities that remain chronically out of compliance with state law are:
Corinth Industry Development Agency
Fulton County Center for Regional Growth, Inc
Fulton County Economic Development Corporation
Johnstown Economic Development Corporation
Joseph Davis State Park Development Corporation
Mechanicville Community Development Agency
Mount Vernon Urban Renewal Agency
Otsego Community Development Corporation
The Local Development Corporation of Laurelton, Rosedale and Springfield Gardens
Tompkins County Area Development, Inc.
Village of Chittenango Local Development Corporation
Village of Lancaster Community Development Corporation