This information is to help employers prepare for the 2023 reconciliation process. Annual reconciliation is a time-sensitive project. Your assistance is required to ensure that your employees’ WRS Annual Statements of Benefits are accurate and complete.
Have you considered joining the WPE Group Health Insurance Program? This program is available to local employers participating in the WRS, and local government employers that do not participate in the WRS and are separate Social Security entities.
This information is to help employers prepare for the 2021 reconciliation process. Annual reconciliation is a time-sensitive project. Your assistance is required to ensure that your employees’ WRS Annual Statements of Benefits (issued in April) are accurate and complete.
The end of tax time is a good time to revisit the Internal Revenue Code limits for 2023 on such things as deferrals to one’s Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program account, additional contributions to the WRS, etc.
The Department of Employee Trust Funds, including all customer service phone lines, will be closed for business on Monday, December 25 and Monday, January 1. ETF’s customer service call center staff will be available beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 26 and Tuesday, January 2. Wisconsin Retirement System members are encouraged to utilize ETF’s website to view and print forms, brochures and review online videos.
Planning and preparation are essential for a successful retirement. This page has a list of things you can do to help ensure a smooth changeover to retirement.
We bring you news about the WDC Program, including 2023 participant fee increases; expanded target date retirement fund choices for keeping your account safe and secure; and new IRS contribution limits.