Category: Contribution Rates

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Where to Look for Rate Information and Financial Reporting Resources

October 2024

VRS maintains employer rate information and GASB-related reporting resources in various places across its websites.

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Key Reminders About Hybrid Retirement Plan Rate Separation

August 2024

Need help with new hybrid plan administration changes? Register for one of our upcoming virtual help sessions.

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Two Components of Hybrid Retirement Plan Now Managed Separately

July 2024

You now administer the defined contribution and defined benefit portions of the plan as separate and independent components.

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Changes in Store for FY 2025 - What You Need to Know

June 2024

A new fiscal year brings new legislation, changes in retiree COLAs and important updates to VRS resources and websites.

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Countdown to Hybrid Rate Separation: Are You on Track?

May 2024

After July 1, you will no longer reconcile the defined contributions for hybrid plan members with your monthly VRS snapshot.

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How to Ensure You’re Fully Prepared for Hybrid Rate Separation

April 2024

Monthly snapshots will change, so make sure you consider any impacts on your internal processing.

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What Will Your Snapshots Look Like After Hybrid Rate Separation?

March 2024

Starting this month, VRS will provide Snapshot Comparison reports previewing how your snapshot will look after rate separation.

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Announcements

March 2024

Track Legislation; Download Rate Letters and Valuations; Register for Training; HIC Forms Updated; GASB Reports Available

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Download Political Subdivision Valuations and Rate Letters From myVRS Navigator

February 2024

To help with budget preparation, easily access and download your actuarial valuations and rate letters from myVRS Navigator.