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City of Peekskill – Information Technology (2020M-164)
… User Accounts were not adequately managed. IT security awareness training was not provided. Sensitive IT control … and a disaster recovery plan. Provide periodic IT security awareness training to all employees who use IT resources. …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/city/2021/04/01/city-peekskill-information-technology-2020m-164Forfeiture of Benefits for Convicted Felons
… Article 5, Section 7 of the New York State Constitution and Article 3-B of the Retirement and Social Security Law (RSSL) (“The Public … Reform Act”) govern the potential reduction and revocation of pensions of public officials and public officers in New … may have benefits reduced or revoked if they are convicted of a felony related to their public service …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/forfeiture-benefits-convicted-felonsDirect Deposit Program
… your pension payment is deposited directly into your bank account on the last business day of each month. Our … of the change. Important: You should keep your current bank account open until you receive our letter confirming the … click Update Direct Deposit . Follow steps to update your bank account number and routing number. Be sure the account …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/retirees/direct-deposit-programPower of Attorney
… (for example, a trusted friend or family member) to act on your behalf regarding retirement benefit transactions. … document. Once you appoint someone, that person may act on your behalf with or without your consent. We strongly … power of attorney form meets all of New York State’s legal requirements. The form is limited to NYSLRS pension …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/power-attorneyWithdrawing Your Contributions and/or Your Membership – State Police Plan
… you leave public employment. Sign in to your Retirement Online account , go to the ‘My Account Summary’ area of your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1518/withdrawing-your-contributions-andor-your-membershipPerformance of Duty Disability – Forest Rangers Plan
… Eligibility You may be entitled to a performance of duty disability benefit if you are found permanently disabled as a … (Chapter 437 of the Laws of 2016). If you are applying for disability benefits due to heart disease, your application … you must file an application for a performance of duty disability retirement benefit within one year following the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1864/performance-duty-disabilityCredit for Military or Additional Service – State Police Plan
… be able to receive credit toward your retirement benefit for military service or other public employment. Military … eligible to purchase credit toward your retirement benefit for your military service. Military service is creditable … military service was before or after you joined NYSLRS. For more information, visit our Military Service Credit page …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1518/credit-military-or-additional-serviceSpecial Accidental Death Benefit – Forest Rangers Plan
… information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 5 and 6 members covered by Section 383c Special Accidental Death Benefit …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1864/special-accidental-death-benefitCost-of-Living Adjustment – Forest Rangers Plan
… requirements, including age and number of years retired, your retirement benefit will permanently increase each year. This adjustment, subject … of the previous year’s annual rate of inflation, but never less than 1 percent or more than 3 percent of your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1864/cost-living-adjustmentBorrowing Against Your Contributions – Forest Rangers Plan
… if: The loan amount exceeds federal limits (federal tax information is available on the loan application). You have a … that gives you secure access to your retirement account information. It is the fastest, most convenient way to apply … in the Albany, NY area) and connect with our automated information line. Once you access the loan menu, you can …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1864/borrowing-against-your-contributionsApplying for Benefits – State University Police Plan
… filing requirements by submitting the documents to us by mail. If you are concerned about meeting a filing deadline, … you may choose to submit your documents by certified mail or by fax: Certified Mail — If you mail a document “Certified Mail — Return …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1823/applying-benefitsAccidental Death Benefit – State University Police Plan
… Eligibility Regardless of your years of service credit, if you die as the natural and proximate result of an on-the-job … order: First, to your surviving spouse, for life; Second, where there is no surviving spouse or in the event of his or … for benefit payments, and the payments made to that time do not equal or exceed the amount of the ordinary death …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1823/accidental-death-benefitOrdinary Death Benefit – State University Police Plan
… requirements and your death is not attributable to an on-the-job accident. The beneficiaries of active (not retired) members … and have completed at least one year of service since last joining the Retirement System; or Tier 2, 3, 5 or 6 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1823/ordinary-death-benefitBecoming Eligible for a Benefit – Forest Rangers Plan
… public employment. 1 Tier 1, 2, 3 and 5 members who are off public payroll may collect a vested retirement benefit at age 55. Tier 6 members who are off public payroll may collect a vested retirement benefit at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1864/becoming-eligible-benefitContributing Toward Your Retirement – Forest Rangers Plan
… a Tier 5 member, you are required to contribute 3 percent of your reportable earnings toward your retirement benefits until you retire or have 32 years of service credit, whichever occurs first. These mandatory … on January 9, 2010, and is still in effect on the date of membership, may not contribute. Tier 6 Members As a Tier 6 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1864/contributing-toward-your-retirementIRS Pension Limitation – State University Police Plan
… Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a)(17) limits the amount of earnings that qualified pension plans, including the New …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1823/irs-pension-limitationLeaves of Absence – State University Police Plan
… pay. Since service is usually not credited for any period of time you do not receive a salary, credit is not given for: Leaves of absence without pay; Authorized, unpaid medical leaves of absence; or Unpaid leave under the federal Family and … Tier 1 2 3 5 and 6 members covered by Section 383d Leaves of Absence …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1823/leaves-absenceEnding Your Membership – State University Police Plan
… Once you join, there are five ways your membership can end: If you do not have at least five … vested, leave public employment and voluntarily withdraw your membership (and mandatory contributions, if applicable) ; If you transfer your membership to another New York State public retirement …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1823/ending-your-membershipRetirement System Membership – State University Police Plan
… and Fire Retirement System (PFRS) must become members of the Retirement System. When you become a member, you must … complete and file a membership application with the Office of the State Comptroller. Special Plan Coverage If you become … police officer, appointed by the State University of New York (SUNY), on or after December 18, 2015, coverage …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1823/retirement-system-membershipVested Retirement Benefit – State University Police Plan
… benefit at the earliest possible date, file a retirement application within 90 days before you become eligible. If we receive your retirement application after you become eligible, your vested retirement will be effective on the date the application is received. Remember, it is up to you to file a …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1823/vested-retirement-benefit