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DiNapoli: Thruway Authority Owed More Than $275 Million in Unpaid Tolls and Fees
… are from users of E-ZPass with the rest through Tolls by Mail. In 2021, the Thruway collected $804 million from tolls … device isn’t returned another $16 fee is added. Tolls by Mail that aren’t paid in 30 days trigger a warning notice and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2023/05/dinapoli-thruway-authority-owed-more-275-million-unpaid-tolls-and-feesWhat is a Defined Benefit Plan?
… may pay a set amount; or they may “match” all or part of what an employee contributes. Investments Contributions from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/defined-benefit-planRetiree Annual Statement
… pension payments for the last calendar year, including the total amount you received and a breakdown of credits, … you call or write NYSLRS. Benefit Amount Base Benefit Your total pension benefit amount before credits, deductions and … contact your former employer. Other Deductions The total amount for dues or fees (for example, union dues or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/retirees/retiree-annual-statementFinal Average Earnings
… Tier 6 Final Average Earnings Now Highest 3 Years A new law improves the pension … NYSLRS Tier 6 members. When you retire, your final average earnings (FAE) will be based on the average of your three highest consecutive years of earnings, the same as other members. These improvements apply …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/final-average-earningsXIV.1 Outstanding Check Outreach and Escheatment – XIV. Special Procedures
… Each year an outreach and escheatment must be completed for all checks that remain uncashed one year after the year … State to perform certain payee notification requirements for checks that have gone uncashed for one year or more. OSC performs outreach for refund …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/gfo/chapter-xiv/xiv1-outstanding-check-outreach-and-escheatmentDiNapoli: MTA Fiscal Outlook Continues To Improve but Uncertainties Tied to Federal Actions Cloud Future
… those two revenue sources could open up a budget gap of $800 million in 2026. FEMA recently delayed reimbursements for …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2025/10/dinapoli-mta-fiscal-outlook-continues-improve-uncertainties-tied-federal-actions-cloud-futureDiNapoli Says State Opioid Treatment Programs Need Better Coordination
… lives are at stake," DiNapoli said. "Programs designed to get individuals off highly addictive opioids can only be effective with proper vigilance. The state … as the Internet System for Tracking Over-Prescribing (I-STOP), which contains records of all controlled substances …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2018/11/dinapoli-says-state-opioid-treatment-programs-need-better-coordinationAdministrative Hearings
… your written request for a hearing within four months of the date of this letter. You will receive a Notice of Hearing at least three weeks prior to your scheduled … An overview of the NYSLRS Hearing Administration Bureau procedures on …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/members/administrative-hearingsThe Concerning Growth of Hate Crime in New York State
… has seen a concerning surge in reported hate crimes over the last five years, with the number of incidents increasing by 12.7 percent in 2023 alone. As the number of hate crimes has grown, these crimes are … York State has seen a concerning surge in hate crimes over the last five years with the number of incidents increasing …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/reports/concerning-growth-hate-crime-new-york-stateConflicts of Interest of Municipal Officers and Employees
… officer or employee, your job by its very nature places you in a position of public trust. You are responsible for … government, is provided in poster format [pdf - 2019] . What is a conflict of interest? You may have heard of the … in law. If you have an interest in a contract, and you do not have any of the powers or duties that could cause the …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/publications/conflicts-interest-municipal-officers-and-employeesAccounts Payable Advisory No. 50
… Terms Guidance: An early payment discount is an incentive (in the form of a reduction of the invoice amount) offered by … before it is due. Every agency should have a process in place to ensure accounts payable staff take the maximum … rate offered by a vendor whenever a discount is available. In the SFS, discount terms can be established by vendors at …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/50-early-payment-discountsApplying for Previous or Military Service Credit – Career Plan
… We will determine your eligibility to receive the credit and any cost involved. Requesting credit for your previous …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1642/applying-previous-or-military-service-creditAccounts Payable Advisory No. 38
… and Purchase Reward Programs Guidance: Some vendors that do business with the State offer rewards or points for … May personally use travel rewards or points accumulated as a result of traveling on State business. Agencies should …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/advisories/accounts-payable-advisory/38-reward-programsAbout the Retirement System – What Every Employer Should Know
… The New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) administers two distinct systems — the Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), established in 1921, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/employers/partnership/about-retirement-systemBaldwin Union Free School District – Non-instructional Overtime (2017M-128)
… Union Free School District is located in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County. The District, which operates …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/local-government/audits/school-district/2017/09/29/baldwin-union-free-school-district-non-instructional-overtime-2017m-128Applying for Previous or Military Service Credit – Regional State Park Police Plan
… Member & Employer Services Bureau. Please include as much information as you can about the period of employment for … Regional State Park Police Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 5 and 6 members covered by …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1867/applying-previous-or-military-service-creditApplying for Previous or Military Service Credit – Police and Fire Plan
… make payment within 30 days of notification. Page updated 3/13 …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1512/applying-previous-or-military-service-creditApplying for Previous or Military Service Credit – En-Con Police Officers Plan
… We will determine your eligibility to receive the credit and any cost involved. Requesting credit for your previous … Police Officers Plan information for PFRS Tier 1 2 3 5 and 6 members covered by Section 383b Covers pension disability and death benefits …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1822/applying-previous-or-military-service-creditApplying for Previous or Military Service Credit – New Career Plan
… of retirement) to our Member & Employer Services Bureau. Please include as much information as you can about the period of employment for which you are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1515/applying-previous-or-military-service-creditReceiving Your Benefit and Filing Your Option Election – Article 14 Benefits
… beneficiary after your death. Filing Your Option Election You must file your Option Election form (unless notified otherwise, as in the case of … after your retirement date, whichever is later. If your election is not timely, by law, we must process your …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/retirement/publications/1644/receiving-your-benefit-and-filing-your-option-election