Frequently Asked Questions

TAXES

MISCELLANEOUS

DEDUCTIONS

How do I change my Federal taxes?    Top                                    

Complete the Federal Tax Change form (W4) and send it to Payroll.  The form is available on the internet in Documents and in the Payroll Office.

Complete the Arizona State Tax form (A-4) and send it to Payroll.  The form is available on the internet in Documents and in the Payroll Office.

What should I do if I lost my payroll check?     Top

Come down to the Payroll office to complete the appropriate paperwork and have it notarized.  A Notary will be available in either Payroll or Human Resources free of charge.  You will need a state ID in order to get the paperwork notarized.  In the event that the payroll check belongs to a minor without a state ID, a guardian must be present with their state ID.  There is a 48 hour waiting period before a replacement check is issued.

What should I do if I do not receive my check?     Top

Contact your payroll specialist to confirm a check was issued.  If the check was issued, we will research to see where the check was sent.  If it is determined to be lost in the mail, it is a 10 day waiting period beginning with the date it was mailed before we can stop payment.  You will need to complete some paperwork in Payroll and have it notarized before a stop payment can be placed.  There is a 48 hour waiting period before the replacement check is issued.

Complete the Direct Deposit Authorization form.  Attach a voided check for checking accounts and send to Payroll.  The form is available on the internet in Documents and in the Payroll Office.

How do I stop having my pay deposited and be issued a check?     Top

Complete the Direct Deposit Authorization form.  The form is available on the internet in Documents and in the Payroll Office.

How do I change my address that my check and/or W-2 is mailed to?     Top

Complete a Personal Data Change Form and send it to Human Resources.  The form is available on Human Resources Intranet page or contact Human Resources at 480-472-0400.

How do I find out who my Payroll Specialist is?     Top

On the contact page open the “Who Is My Pay Specialist” link and find your department or school to determine who your Payroll Specialist is.

 How do I contact my Payroll Specialist?     Top

Use the Payroll Contact list to call your Payroll Specialist.

How do I change where my check is delivered?     Top

Call Payroll at 480-472-0444.

How do I start/stop/change a 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity?     Top

The Hartford Company is the only one we offer for our 403B plan.  First you need to be established with an Edward Jones agent.  All changes done through the Edward Jones agents listed on the Employee Benefits webpage.  You can get more information about the deferred compensation plans on that webpage as well.

How do I start/stop/change the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan?     Top

Who do I talk to about Wage Garnishments?     Top

Court ordered Garnishments and tax levies are processed by Jose Baca, Garnishment Administrator for Maricopa County 602-506-3533.  The address is 4041 N. Central, Suite 1100, Phoenix, AZ  85012.  Jose.Baca@mcesa.maricopa.gov

 Who do I talk to about Child Support Orders?     Top

Contact the Payroll Account Specialist Lucy Dixon at
480-472-0448.

Who do I talk to about Service Purchase Buybacks?     Top

Contact the Payroll Supervisor Debbie Leeper at 480-472-0456.

How do I start/stop/change Savings Bonds deduction?     Top

You can purchase savings bonds through payroll deduction.  Your first step is to set up an account with TreasuryDirect at www.treasurydirect.gov.  Next, fill out the Savings Bond form from the Payroll department webpage.  You will receive the account number from TreasuryDirect.  Your money will go to an account there, and you manage your bond purchases through the website at www.treasurydirect.gov.  You do not automatically receive a bond just by having the payroll deduction.  Please read the instructions carefully at the TreasuryDirect web site.  Paper bonds are no longer sent out, everything is electronic through TreasuryDirect.

How do I start/stop United Way deductions?     Top

The Mesa Unified School District holds its annual United Way promotion during August and September each year.  For information, logon to www.mesaunitedway.org.  For help with the pledge form, contact Community Relations 480-472-0223.  To stop your United Way deduction, send a memo to the Payroll Department.

How can I start/stop/change my contribution to the Mesa Foundation?     Top

Employees of Mesa Public Schools may donate through  A Dollar Makes a Difference http://www.mpsaz.org/foundation/difference/ -- the foundation's payroll deduction plan.  Mesa Public Schools employees may donate a dollar or more to the Mesa Foundation for Educational Excellence through payroll deduction. Tax-deductible contributions benefit the students and staff of MPS.