N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 18 § 427.9
The social services district and/or an authorized agency may request an adjustment of maximum payments on which State reimbursement for foster care of children shall be made by submitting a request, for consultation up to a 30-day period after maximum State aid rates are published. The consultation period shall begin when the department receives a letter requesting consultation and extend until an agreement has been reached, or the department has rendered a decision. If an agreement is not reached within 30 days from initiation of consultation, a formal appeals conference may be requested. If the social services district and/or authorized foster care agency has not taken advantage of the consultation period, it will not be entitled to a formal appeal.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 18 § 427.9