Webinars
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
Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar – October 6
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
Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar – November 3
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 – November 8
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
Auditors and Your Benefits – November 9
Guest Speaker: Melissa Rackers, LAGERS CFO Register
Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar – November 16
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
Taxes, COLAs, and Working After Retirement Webinar – November 23
Who Should Attend: Pre-Retirees and Retirees While applying for retirement and selecting a payment option are important, they are not the only pieces of the puzzle when it comes to your LAGERS retirement benefit. This webinar discusses three of the other important topics surrounding your LAGERS benefit: taxes, cost of living adjustments and working after retirement. Register View Recording
Virtual Pre-Retirement Seminar – December 1 CANCELLED
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.
Actuarial 101 – December 6
Who Should Attend: Administrators, Governing Body Members, Finance Directors This session will give a general overview of actuarial funding, contribution rates and the actuarial valuation process. Anyone involved in the budgeting process, subdivision finances or administration of a subdivision will find this webinar to be beneficial to better understand the process for calculating your contribution rate. Register
New Hire Orientation Webinar – December 8
Who Should Attend: Newly Hired LAGERS Members, Administrators, HR Personnel This webinar is specifically designed for newly hired employees. This session will include a high level brief discussion on topics like calculating benefits, disability and survivor benefits, the value of benefits and more. Administrators and HR Personnel who are responsible for the employee onboarding process will also find this webinar to be useful. Register View Recording