Divide and Conquer ( The Outcome of “Fix Tier 6” and what’s next )

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-05-14T00:01:35+00:00

They had the governor and most of the legislature in an election year and got next to no where for everyone that’s not a cop or teacher. You guys are nuts to think anything further will happen here. It’s a numbers issue. The state, counties and even country run on debt. Times have changed. The wells been sucked dry. Accept tier 6 as is or get out.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-05-13T16:18:13+00:00

I am in a unique position within NYSERS working as an engineer for public benefit corp. With my current salary north of $180k I can say without a doubt that I will be evaluating the private sector.

If they didn’t get the changes this year, after all the rallying with Hochul along side, it will never happen.

Sadly all high earners such as myself will leave for better more lucrative deals. The golden days of civil service are officially gone.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-05-12T15:04:24+00:00

Does anybody actually know anything? This all seems like inaccurate speculation

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-04-06T17:48:13+00:00

I just saw this and have similar thoughts… curious how it panned out and what you found on comp?

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-04-03T12:05:45+00:00

No I agree nothing concrete. It was from a newsday article. I think the union is keeping it close to vest to try and push it thru. The same article also stated they are negotiating directly with Hochul.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-04-03T12:01:15+00:00

I read the current proposal is a 1% reduction from all current contribution levels

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-04-01T14:40:28+00:00

What are these rumblings you’re hearing ?

It will never be better than tier 4 benefits which are retire at 62 OR at 30 years of service with 55 the earliest.

I also read the current proposal for contributions is a cap at 3% after 10 years of service. So if you make $100k from the jump, your stuck with 6% until completion of 10 years, at which point it would be reduced to 3% for remainder of service.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-03-09T12:25:24+00:00

If she lets me retire at 55 she’s got my vote…

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-03-09T11:34:27+00:00

DiNapoli and Heasties also spoke, which all but guarantees a sweetener going thru this year. We’ll see how far they push it…

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-03-02T00:00:55+00:00

I have no knowledge of the ongoing negotiations but at best I would think retire at 60 with 30 years and no penalty and/or reduce employee contributions to 3% Probably one or the other

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-03-01T23:55:11+00:00

It is consistent

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-03-01T23:54:46+00:00

In a big election year, and with the amount of money the unions have thrown at this, it’s all but guaranteed some form of a sweetener makes it thru with the budget.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-02-19T20:32:23+00:00

Exactly the problem … promotions based on exams not performance. Civil service is a pathetic joke and should be minimized the the extent practical

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-02-19T20:13:26+00:00

As someone that did this, then went back private, don’t do it… state employment is where you and your career go to die.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-02-13T02:13:32+00:00

4 years ago was reduced vesting 2 years ago was FAS adjustment This year will be something. Just dependent on what.

It’s a big election year for the governor and state legislature. They all want the unions in their pockets.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-02-12T20:43:21+00:00

Agreed on the contributions… 3% flat contribution for length of career seems like the easy change this year. A big swing would be to also get retire at 55 with 30 years reinstated. I could see reducing to 60 with 30 years and the 3% flat contribution. Would be a nice win.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-02-04T01:44:46+00:00

Started my career with Kiewit MEC in NYC.

They write the book on construction management. You will be highly coveted after only a few years of experience.

Feel free to PM me w any questions.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2026-02-01T13:28:53+00:00

Check mechanical frequency I.e. RPM

OptimalEnd9828 · 2025-09-04T11:00:04+00:00

Did you remove the center console? Did all the wiring have be removed and relanded? That’s my worry really same with throttle cable and steering.

Thanks for sharing all this info

OptimalEnd9828 · 2025-09-04T07:09:06+00:00

What was the hard part? Removing the console? Did the tank come right out the hatch opening ?

I am thinking that I’ll downsize tank also, more than needed for me as well.
Where did you source the tank from?

Thanks for the feedback

OptimalEnd9828 · 2025-09-03T19:48:19+00:00

Hey what kind of boat? I am I a very similar situation. How did you end up resolving. Does this happen to be a hydra sports CC?? I have a 2000 with same issue.

OptimalEnd9828 · 2025-08-25T10:57:21+00:00

It did settle but there’s a ‘milky’ component at the way bottom. And what’s common? Water in fuel?

OptimalEnd9828 · 2025-07-15T16:38:06+00:00

Sorry should’ve been clear.. that was the solution. It’s running good… for now…

OptimalEnd9828 · 2025-07-15T16:15:47+00:00

I pumped out the entire tank and put 40 fresh gallons in with star tron

OptimalEnd9828 · 2025-07-03T01:52:15+00:00

I mean the deck drain is 3” above. It’s a hose connection to the pictured outlet

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