This PML is superseded by the HR Manual and is no longer active.
PML Number
2006-018
Title
Universal Administrative Fee
Date Issued
June 20, 2006
Owner
Benefits Division
Contact
Belinda Collins
Manager
(916) 324-0468
belindacollins@dpa.ca.gov
Signed By
Debbie Endsley, Chief
Content
The Department of Personnel Administration (DPA) is increasing the Universal Administrative Fee by $0.47 per pay period for each employee who has a Dental, Vision, or pre-tax deduction under the State’s Flexible Benefit Plan.  
The current rate of $1.22 per employee will increase to $1.69 per employee effective July 1, 2006, pursuant to the Budget Act Control Section 3.50.
Effective July 1, 2006, the Universal Administrative Fee will also include the departmental assessment for the Merit Award Program (MAP) previously transferred on an annual basis; the new employee rate of $1.69 per month includes the MAP assessment.
Personnel staff with questions may call Ms. Belinda Collins of the DPA Benefits Division at (916) 324-0468.