A voluntary retirement savings plan that provides quality investment options, investment educational programs and related services. Sign up and manage your deferred compensation retirement account.The New York City Deferred Compensation Plan has been with you throughout your working life and can continue with you throughout retirement. Also known as a 457(b) plan. • Automatic contributions for hassle-free investing; can change anytime. If you are already enrolled in DCP, do not use this form. The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is one easy way to get started. A deferred compensation plan is another name for a 457(b) retirement plan, or "457 plan" for short.