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Former LIRR Executive Misuses Position for Son's Job

2/20/2026

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Story summary
  • A watchdog report finds that Andrew Arenth, a Long Island Rail Road executive, improperly sought employment for his son from MTA contractors in 2023, contacting six companies using his MTA email.
  • Inspector General Daniel Cort criticized him for abusing his position and violating ethical standards.
  • The report notes vendors did not report the conduct, as required.
  • Arenth has left the LIRR; the case was forwarded to the state ethics commission.