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Audit finds inconsistent retiree payout calculations; fire department says eMERGE rollout and MOU talks will address issues
Summary
Auditors found inconsistent application of a sick‑leave cap on retiree payouts and contested recommendations tied to an historical settlement; the Fire Department said the issue affects a fixed list of legacy employees, will pursue MOU clarifications with DHR, and expects eMERGE payroll conversion to help resolve data and process gaps.
The City Services Auditor reported that a payroll audit of the San Francisco Fire Department found inconsistent treatment of sick‑leave caps when calculating retiree payouts and wellness incentives, and that auditors identified instances where a retiree was paid more than the cap would allow.
Tanya Ledes said the audit tested retiree payouts and found one example where a wellness incentive was increased by excess hours because the…
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