NY A06706

Grants Justin Whitmore retroactive membership in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System with an effective date of July 7, 2007, when he began employment as a seasonal employee at Sampson State Park.

Whitmore must file a written request with the state comptroller within one year of the act's effective date to claim retroactive membership.

Grants Whitmore Tier IV status in the retirement system, though the fiscal note indicates he will receive Tier II status based on his July 7, 2007 membership date.

State of New York shall bear all past service costs, estimated at approximately $42,500 as a one-time payment by March 1, 2024.

Annual contributions by the City of Rochester will increase by approximately $10,000 for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, with future costs varying based on billing rates and Whitmore's salary.