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In the new system, Enrollment, Termination, Disability, and Member Information Changes are entered through data collections. The information you provide updates the entire IMRF system, which is why it is critical that the information entered is correct.
For this reason, DON’T click through messages about validation when submitting your data collection.
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Learn more about validation, why it is important, Warnings and Errors that may occur, and how to resolve validation messages here.
If you encounter a Warning or Error that you need assistance with, please reach out to IMRF through the Employer-Only phone number at 1-800-728-7971.
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Employer Access Workshops Coming Soon!
Do you have questions about how to update an employee’s contact information? Or where you can find Accelerated Payment invoices? Or how to file return-to-work disability data?
Join IMRF Employer Services for a virtual open house where you can get answers to these questions and much more!
Register to get a link for one of the upcoming virtual open houses:
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Employer Rate Meeting Recording Available!
Did you miss the 2025 Employer Rate Meeting Webinar?
Watch a recording of the webinar hosted by IMRF Executive Director Brian Collins and Chief Financial Officer Mark Nannini here.
The webinar reviewed the impact of year-end financial results, actuarial data on IMRF, and the data's estimated impact on employers.
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Don't miss Executive Director Brian Collins' most recent update about IMRF Operations!
Learn more about recent operational highlights by visiting the Member Access Learning Center.
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Enroll in VAC Today!
IMRF's Voluntary Additional Contribution (VAC) Program is a great way for employees to save a little extra every paycheck for their retirement.
This program helps employees save up to an additional 10% of their income after tax with IMRF. These contributions will receive an annual rate of return of 7.25% in the member's account, which can add up to substantial additional savings they can use in their retirement.
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Employees can sign up for VAC by creating a form in their Member Access account or by calling IMRF at 1-800-ASK-IMRF. Once the member has the printed form, it must be signed and submitted by their Authorized Agent, who will provide the start date for VAC deductions.
Once submitted by the Authorized Agent, it can take up to 15 business days to process the VAC request. It is important for the form to be submitted to IMRF PRIOR to when the employer wage report is due to prevent delays in wage report processing.
More information about the VAC program for employers can be found in the Frequently Asked Question section of the Employer Access Learning Center.
Help IMRF spread the word about VAC and help your employees find another GREAT way to save for their retirement!
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May Board
Meeting Highlights
On Friday, May 30, the IMRF Board of Trustees:
- Appointed Douglas Cycholl to serve as Vice President of the Board
- Appointed William Stafford to serve as Secretary of the Board
- Heard an update on IMRF operations.
Additionally, the Board of Trustees established dates and deadlines for the upcoming election for the Board of Trustees. The upcoming elections will include the following seats for the Board of Trustees:
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One Executive Trustee for a 2-year term to be served from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027.
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One Executive Trustee for a 3-year term to be served from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028.
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One Executive Trustee for a 5-year term to be served from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030.
- Two Employee Trustees each for a 5-year term to be served from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030.
- One Annuitant Trustee for a 5-year term to be served from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030.
For more information, you can read the full report in the May 2025 Board Meeting Highlights.
The next regularly scheduled Board meeting will be held on Friday, August 29 at 9 AM.
Details about the elections, requirements for candidates and election materials will be posted on the IMRF website by July 1. Stay tuned for more election information in the July edition of Employer Digest.
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IMRF offers online webinars for Authorized Agents to learn more about IMRF procedures, and how the fund is administered.
IMPORTANT NOTE: By law, all new Authorized Agents must attend Authorized Agent training within three months of appointment.
There are two modules to complete:
- Module 1: Introduction, Enrollment, Wage Reporting, and Termination
- Module 2: IMRF Benefits, Employer Rates, and Legislation
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June
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Module 2: Wednesday, June 25
July
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Module 1: Wednesday, July 9
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Module 2: Wednesday, July 23
August
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Module 1: Wednesday, August 13
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Module 2: Wednesday, August 27
All sessions run 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
Webinar Structure
This 2-part webinar series prepares IMRF Authorized Agents to perform common IMRF tasks.
Note: To receive a completion certificate, you must attend the online session live. Watching a recording at a later date will not result in a certificate of completion.
Each webinar stands alone, and you can attend them in either order. Canceling your registration from just one module is not permitted.
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Employer Access Learning Center
Visit IMRF's Employer Access Learning Center for training materials to help you complete your daily tasks. Instructions are available as PDFs, PowerPoint presentations, and MP4 videos.
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