[asphaltgambler]

A very unusual situation is about to hit a group of us; as in prying our wallets open to pay a debt ( for I assume) improper accounting regarding a benefit that is provided by our employer.

Short Story: I work for a large county government here in Virginia - in one of the divisions in that county. Of the many benefits that are provided, we receive 11 changes of uniforms free (to us).

In a recent meeting where only upper management attended, there has been some 'details' shared. Apparently the past administration has made some mistake with how their computation is done regarding the uniform benefit as far as the IRS is concerned. As in: a significant shortage.

There is a meeting next week with the rest of us so share "How this will impact" us. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.

They are calling this "New Policy" ............................................Hmmmmm mmm.

We are being warned through the email and managers that we are only to ask questions in advance via email, not in the meeting itself. Since there has been no official statement on exactly what the policy is or the impact to us, there can be a million questions.

It looks like all uniformed personnel will be footing bill for this. Unbelievable. I will tell you there is almost a riot currently going on, anarchy just under the surface for most.

ALSO - this event / impact is supposed to be a 1 time deal, just this year........

IF the origin of the issue is really true - I do not believe it is lawful and our responsibility to financially bear the burden of this benefit provided to us. How can an employer force an employee to pay taxes (back or otherwise) on a benefit that you provide them?

Further - I don't think they can deduct this from our pay unless we approve it in advance with our signature. By them stating it is policy - that may be a way around it for them.

We don't know what the amount is but believe it could be significant.............