City of Fort Lauderdale: 401(a) & 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

City of Fort Lauderdale 401 & 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Welcome

The City of Fort Lauderdale and ICMA-RC welcome you to your Retirement Savings plan.

401(a) Retirement Plan – Mandatory for Eligible Employees Only: The City of Fort Lauderdale will contribute 9% of an eligible employee's salary into this plan annually for the exclusive benefit of you and your beneficiaries. Contributions are made each pay period based on the employee's pre-tax base salary. Employees cannot make contributions to the 401(a) plan, but can supplement their retirement savings with a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan (see below). Please remember to enroll no later than the Thursday before you receive your first paycheck.

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457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan (pre-tax) & 457 Roth (post-tax) – Voluntary for All Employees: The City of Fort Lauderdale also offers employees a 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan and 457 Roth through ICMA-RC. Your voluntary contributions are made to an account in your name for the exclusive benefit of you and your beneficiaries. The value of the account is based on the contributions you make and the investment performance over time. These plans are pieces of your retirement program designed to supplement your retirement savings and help you to maintain your desired standard of living in retirement. Enrolling is simple - click on the "Enroll Here" box to the right of the screen to begin the enrollment process. Once your account is established, you will be able to log on to Account Access to view your account and make changes.

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Your ICMA-RC Representative

Contact your Retirement Plans Specialist if you need assistance with:

  • Enrolling in your plan
  • Rollovers into your ICMA-RC account
  • Investment strategy and how much to save
  • Distribution options
  • Pre-retirement checkup

Yolanda Flores photoYolanda Flores
ICMA-RC Retirement Plan Specialist
(866) 792-3259
yflores@icmarc.org

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ICMA-RC CFP®

Your ICMA-RC CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM professional provides a more holistic view of your finances and is focused on you and your family's overall financial wellness.

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Manage Your Account

Log in to Your Account

  • See your balance
  • Update your contact or beneficiary information
  • Review your contributions
  • Manage your investments
  • Download forms

Need additional help? Contact ICMA-RC Participant Services at (800) 669-7400.

About ICMA-RC

Founded in 1972, ICMA-RC is a non-profit independent financial services corporation with a mission to help public sector employees build retirement security. Learn more at www.icmarc.org/about.

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