2.10 Necessity for an Authorized Agent

The IMRF program is complex. It involves substantial cash outlays by units of government (IMRF employers) and precious rights to IMRF members.

Its benefits as part of an effective personnel program may be lost or even turned into a disadvantage by weak or ineffective local administration. Therefore, a well-informed local official or employee is essential as the point of contact with IMRF.

Specific reasons why an Authorized Agent The employee designated by the employer (unit of government) to administer IMRF locally. State law provides that in townships, the Township Supervisor is the authorized agent. is necessary:

1. To centralize the local administration of IMRF in one person.

2. To file payroll reports and member forms, pay contributions, file benefit applications for members and advise members and local governing bodies.

3. To act as the agent of the governing body in IMRF matters. (An Authorized Agent is not an agent of IMRF.)