Webinars
Application Process & Payment Options – August 16
Who Should Attend: Pre-Retirees, Human Resource/Administrative Personnel This session is great for LAGERS members who are nearing retirement. Join us for an overview of the retirement process and a detailed discussion of all of the payment options available to LAGERS members when they retire. A discussion about the issues LAGERS members should think about before beginning the retirement process. Topics include the application process and detailed information about each payment option. Register View Recording
Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar – August 17
This is an online Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar. In this Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar, we will cover topics such as how your benefit is calculated, the retirement application process, payment options, taxes, COLAs, and other after retirement topics. This webinar is open to all LAGERS members wanting to know more about the retirement process. Please fully complete the registration so that we are able to generate your benefit estimate. A Pre-Retirement Seminar packet including your benefit estimate will be emailed to you before the event. Technical requirements for virtual seminar: A computer with speakers (mobile phones are compatible as well) Stable internet connection May require you to download the Zoom app or software prior to the meeting. Contact Ginnie Medlin at 573.632.6366 or email [email protected] for more information. Register View Recording
Communicating the Value of LAGERS – August 25
Who Should Attend: Administrators and HR Personnel Your LAGERS benefit represents a significant financial investment in your employees. Engaging them in their benefits is essential to maximizing the value of your LAGERS benefit. Join us for a conversation about why employers should and can be proactive in discussing the value of their LAGERS benefits with employees. In this webinar, you will learn why it is important to talk about employee benefits, some best practices for communicating this value, and useful tips for employing your own communication strategy. Register View Recording
HResource Meeting – Virtual
Please join us for lunch and expand your knowledge of your retirement system. We’ll be talking about the basics of benefits, changing benefits, what tools are available, and communication tactics for the proper way of relaying LAGERS information. Register View Recording
Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar – September 1
This is an online Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar. In this Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar, we will cover topics such as how your benefit is calculated, the retirement application process, payment options, taxes, COLAs, and other after retirement topics. This webinar is open to all LAGERS members wanting to know more about the retirement process. Please fully complete the registration so that we are able to generate your benefit estimate. A Pre-Retirement Seminar packet including your benefit estimate will be emailed to you before the event. Technical requirements for virtual seminar: A computer with speakers (mobile phones are compatible as well) Stable internet connection May require you to download the Zoom app or software prior to the meeting. Contact Ginnie Medlin at 573.632.6366 or email [email protected] for more information. Register View Recording
Employer Reporting Webinar – September 6
Who should attend: Administrative, statement, and payment contacts for LAGERS A review of some of the more detailed facets of LAGERS monthly reporting requirements. Topics include ‘free six month period;’ which wages should I report?; how to handle various types of employee leave; termination, transfers, and retirements of employees; and much more. Register View Recording
Leaving LAGERS Covered Employment – September 8
Who Should Attend: HR Personnel, Members Considering Changing Jobs This session is designed to help individuals considering leaving LAGERS covered employment understand all of the options for their LAGERS benefit. Because there are many benefit options for a member at termination, this session may also be helpful for administrators and HR personnel who work with individuals through the termination of employment process. Register View Recording
Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar – September 14
This is an online Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar. In this Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar, we will cover topics such as how your benefit is calculated, the retirement application process, payment options, taxes, COLAs, and other after retirement topics. This webinar is open to all LAGERS members wanting to know more about the retirement process. Please fully complete the registration so that we are able to generate your benefit estimate. A Pre-Retirement Seminar packet including your benefit estimate will be emailed to you before the event. Technical requirements for virtual seminar: A computer with speakers (mobile phones are compatible as well) Stable internet connection May require you to download the Zoom app or software prior to the meeting. Contact Ginnie Medlin at 573.632.6366 or email [email protected] for more information. Register View Recording
Social Security Overview with Guest Speaker from SSA – September 20
Social Security Overview with Guest Speaker from the Social Security Administration Register View Recording
LAGERS Disability & Survivor Benefits Webinar – September 22
Who Should Attend: Members, Administrative & HR Personnel Your LAGERS benefit includes more than just retirement benefits. Disability and survivor benefits are an important part of your benefits package and should be part of your long-term financial plan. In this webinar, we will discuss what are Disability and Survivor benefits, the eligibility requirements for beginning a benefit, differences between Duty vs. Non-Duty related benefits, the application & approval process, and more! Register View Recording
The LEAD: Speak with LAGERS Leaders – September 27
"The Lead" is a virtual, open, quarterly discussion with LAGERS leaders covering a variety of topics and updates on your retirement system. Do you ever wonder about who your LAGERS leaders are and how they make decisions about your retirement system? Join us from the comfort of your home or office for our first ever ‘The Lead’ discussion where you will hear directly from LAGERS’ leaders. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to gain a candid look into the most recent happenings within your retirement system and to engage with the LAGERS leadership team. This session will be part open discussion and part audience Q&A! Technical requirements for virtual seminar: A computer with speakers (Mobile phones are compatible) as well stable internet connection. You may have to download the Zoom app or software prior to the meeting. Register
Pros and Cons of Benefit Changes Webinar – October 4
Who Should Attend: Administrators, HR Personnel, Members of Governing Body, Members who are interested in their employer making a benefit change. Your LAGERS benefit structure is flexible to meet your recruitment and retention goals along with fitting in to your budget. LAGERS subdivisions may change each component of the LAGERS benefit structure can be changed once every two years. This webinar will discuss how changing each component will impact employee benefits, cost implications, and potential risks. Register Watch Recording