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City of Mount Vernon – Non-Payroll Disbursements (2021M-163)
… City Comptroller (former Comptroller) properly accounted for these disbursements. Key Findings The City Council, the … Comptroller did not properly or transparently account for all non-payroll disbursements. Her failure to provide … reputation with its vendors was damaged and the City paid for additional, potentially unnecessary, disbursements …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2022/01/31/city-mount-vernon-non-payroll-disbursements-2021m-163Changing Employers – Membership and Enrollment
… of age. If an employee is considering a promotion to a civilian or administrative position, or considering a … situation contact us before accepting the new position to be sure they understand the consequences to their NYSLRS membership For example, ERS sheriff or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/changing-employersPublic Officers – Membership and Enrollment
… Public officers are eligible for membership in NYSLRS. This applies regardless of whether … the position files an oath of office. The compensation for the position does not depend on the number of hours … are authorized to act in their capacity as an officer for their established term. Any public officer who is …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/public-officersOptional Membership – Membership and Enrollment
… time of their initial employment. Beginning July 27, 1976, ERS membership is optional for: Temporary or provisional … or after the hire date. If membership is optional but the employee is already an active ERS member, they are a … the right to membership. The law also requires that each employee acknowledge having been given such notice by signing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/optional-membershipMandatory Membership – Membership and Enrollment
… NYSLRS. Beginning July 27, 1976, membership is mandatory for: Employees who work in full-time, permanent 12-month ERS … to join NYSLRS, their membership date (and tier) will be retroactive to the date the membership became mandatory. … using Retirement Online for all unreported service and salary from the date of membership to the date you first …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/mandatory-membershipOverview – Membership and Enrollment
… the nation. NYSLRS administers two distinct systems: The Employees’ Retirement System (ERS); and The Police and Fire … Benefits of NYSLRS Membership NYSLRS membership provides many benefits — most importantly, vested members receive a … employee is provided the opportunity to join NYSLRS at the time of their initial employment. Learn more about …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/overviewRetirement Benefit Summary Tier 6 PFRS
… A summary of membership benefits for Tier 6 New York State and Local Police and Fire Retirement System members …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/retirement-benefit-summary-tier-6-pfrsContractors or Consultants – Membership and Enrollment
… The majority of people who work for and provide services to the State or participating … not permitted to join NYSLRS or receive service credit for consultant or independent contractor services. To … your payroll, regardless of whether payment is made on a salary or a fee basis. If a public employee becomes a NYSLRS …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/membership-enrollment/contractors-or-consultantsOversight of Juvenile Detention Facilities (Outside New York City) (2023-S-15)
To determine whether the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) adequately oversees juvenile justice facilities for youth placed in local detention facilities to ensure they meet State regulations for the health and safety of juveniles and staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2025-23s15.pdfOversight of Juvenile Detention Facilities (Outside New York City) (2023-S-15) 180-Day Response
To determine whether the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) adequately oversees juvenile justice facilities for youth placed in local detention facilities to ensure they meet State regulations for the health and safety of juveniles and staff.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2025-23s15-response.pdfPerformance of Duty Disability – Police and Fire Plan
… retirement benefit within one year following the alleged incident or occurrence. Otherwise, you must have filed a written notice of the incident or occurrence with: The Retirement System within 90 days of the incident or occurrence; or Your employer within 30 days of …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/performance-duty-disabilityRetiring Before Age 62 – Police and Fire Plan
… The percentage of the benefit reduction is prorated based on your exact age at retirement. Age at Retirement Percentage … the reduction is permanent — it does not end when you turn 62. … Police and Fire Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/retiring-age-62Contributing Toward Your Retirement – Police and Fire Plan
… an annuity when you retire. There will be some exceptions. For example, PFRS members covered by a collective bargaining … to contribute a specific percentage of your annual salary, as shown below, until you retire or have 32 years of … 5.75% More than $100,000 6% There will be some exceptions. For example, PFRS members covered by a collective bargaining …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/contributing-toward-your-retirementWorld Trade Center Presumption – Police and Fire Plan
… World Trade Center Presumption law. 1 You may be eligible for an accidental disability retirement benefit if you become … requirements and filing deadlines that must be met for these benefits. For more information, visit our World Trade Center …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/world-trade-center-presumptionOrdinary Disability (Section 362) – Police and Fire Plan
… ten or more years of service credit, you may be eligible for an ordinary disability retirement benefit. The Benefit If … equal to the greater of: 1/60th (1.66 percent) of your FAS for each year of credited service; or 1/60th (1.66 percent) of your FAS for each year of credited service plus 1/60th of your FAS for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/ordinary-disability-section-362About the Record of Activities – Reporting Elected and Appointed Officials
… What do I do if an elected or appointed official refuses to submit an ROA? It’s been more than 180 days since the … their actual hours worked. Would they still be required to complete an ROA? One of our appointed officials does not … individual. Does she need to prepare and submit an ROA to me since she’s already receiving full-time credit? How do I …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/reporting-ea-officials/about-record-activitiesOut-of-State Orders – Divorce and Your Benefits
… NYSLRS requires the registration of out-of-state Orders with a New York court prior to submission. In … Consent to New York Jurisdiction and Release form (RS6452) is executed by the member consenting to the laws of New York …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/divorce/out-state-ordersMultiyear Capital Planning
This session will discuss how to develop a capital plan, including the process of identifying capital needs and inventorying, and establishing criteria to prioritize projects.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/academy/pdf/multiyear-capital-planning-040523.pdfArtificial Intelligence Governance (2021-N-10)
To assess New York City’s progress in establishing an appropriate governance structure over the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and systems.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/state-agencies/audits/pdf/sga-2023-21n10.pdfWashington Saratoga Warren Hamilton Essex Board of Cooperative Educational Services – Meals Provided at Meetings (2023M-183)
Determine whether Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) officials ensured meals and refreshments (meals) provided at BOCES meetings and events (meetings) were appropriate.
https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/audits/2024/pdf/washington-saratoga-warren-hamilton-essex-board-of-cooperative-educational-services-2023-183.pdf