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Volume 51 | January 2025
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The Pensioner: Looking Forward
In this digital edition, you’ll find news, updates, and essential information for active Missouri Department of Transportation employees, the Missouri State Highway Patrol, and MPERS employees, all aimed at supporting your path to a secure retirement.
Pre-Retirement Schedule - Click to learn more.

We are excited to continue offering in-person and
virtual pre-retirement seminars in 2025!

Pre-retirement seminars are a valuable part of the retirement process and include presentations from MPERS, Employee Health and Wellness (medical insurance), and Mo Deferred Comp. These seminars are available for those who will be eligible to retire prior to December 31, 2030.

The complete schedule can be viewed on our website. To register, please log in to myMPERS.

In-Person Pre-Retirement Seminars
Date and Location Address and Venue/Room
February 27, June 26
Jefferson City		 MoDOT Central District Office
1511 Missouri Blvd, DW Muri Room
March 18-19
St. Joseph		 MoDOT Northwest District Office
3602 North Belt Highway
April 1
Joplin		 Joplin Public Library
1901 East 20th Street
April 2-3
Springfield		 MoDOT Southwest District Office
3025 East Kearney
April 9
St. Louis		 MSHP Troop C Headquarters
891 Technology Drive
June 10
West Plains		 West Plains Civic Center
110 St Louis St
July 16-17
Sikeston		 MoDOT Southeast District Office
2675 N Main St
July 23-24
Lee's Summit		 MSHP Troop A Headquarters
1900 NE Independence Ave
August 6
Hannibal		 MoDOT Northeast District Office
1711 Highway 61 South
August 13
Macon		 Comfort Inn & Suites
821 N Missouri

Pre-Retirement Webinars

Webinars will be recorded and posted to www.mpers.org.
Date Member Plan
February 6 Closed Plan and Year 2000 Plan members
February 20 2011 Tier Plan members
May 6 Closed Plan and Year 2000 Plan members
August 21 Closed Plan and Year 2000 Plan members

Mid-Career Webinars

These webinars are designed for active employees who have between 5-15 years of service in addition to those who are within 6-15 years of normal retirement eligibility. Register today!
Date Member Plan
February 25 2011 Tier members
February 26 Year 2000 Plan members
More Than a Paycheck

More Than a Paycheck

Your salary is just one part of your total compensation. At MPERS, we want you to understand the full value of your benefits, which include retirement contributions, health insurance, paid time off, and other perks.

Our Total Compensation Calculator helps you see the complete picture. This simple tool provides a personalized estimate of the total value of your compensation package by entering a few details.

Why It Matters

Knowing the full value of your benefits helps you:

  • Make informed financial decisions.
  • Plan confidently for retirement.
  • Appreciate your employment with the State of Missouri.

    • Get Started Today

    Explore the Total Compensation Calculator to see how your benefits add up. It's quick and easy.

    Use the Total Compensation Calculator Now (a spreadsheet will download to your browser)

    Please note that the figures provided in the total compensation calculator are estimates, may differ from those on benefits statements, and should not be used for retirement planning purposes.
    More Than a Paycheck

    Thank You for Attending the 2024 State of the System: Milestones That Matter Webinar!

    Thank you to everyone who joined us on December 11 for the 2024 State of the System: Milestones That Matter webinar! Transparency is a cornerstone of our commitment to our members and stakeholders, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to share updates and key achievements with you.

    Did you miss the webinar? No problem! You can view the recording at your convenience.

    The MPERS FYI is Now Available!

    Not sure if you have time to read the entire FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and want to catch the highlights? Check out the FY 2024 MPERS FYI, a summary of the report, below!

    2024 PAFR

    Retirement Deadlines
    Intended Date of Retirement Step 1:
    Notice of Retirement Due    		 Step 2:
    Retirement Election Form Due
    January 1 September 1 - November 30 December 31
    February 1 October 1 - December 31 January 31
    March 1 November 1 - January 31 February 28
    April 1 December 1 - February 28 March 31
    May 1 January 1 - March 31 April 30
    June 1 February 1 - April 30 May 31
    July 1 March 1 - May 31 June 30
    August 1 April 1 - June 30 July 31
    September 1 May 1 - July 31 August 31
    October 1 June 1 - August 31 September 30
    November 1 July 1 - September 30 October 31
    December 1 August 1 - October 31 November 30

    January Upcoming Events

    • 1 - New Year's Day, office closed
    • 20 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day, office closed
    • 31 - Deadline to submit step 1 - Notice of Retirement for March 1 retirement

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