Members
Our members work tirelessly to make every Missouri community a great place to live. LAGERS is dedicated to delivering peace of mind to our public servants by providing protected retirement, disability and survivor benefits. We work hard to ensure your hard-earned money is secure so you can concentrate on serving your community. Below you will find information no matter what your career stage. Select your career stage to learn more about your LAGERS benefit.
As a new LAGERS member, there are a few things you should know about your benefit including vesting,eligibility, and how your benefit works.
Whether you are thinking about a career change or looking forward to your future, it’s a good idea to take inventory of all your retirement benefits throughout your career to help ensure you’re on track for reaching your financial goals.
So, you’re nearing retirement, but you may still have some questions about your benefit, the application process and payment options. This is perfectly normal. Many pre-retirees are unsure about how to go about actually retiring. Navigating the retirement process can seem daunting, but knowing the answers to your lingering questions will help.
Have you already applied for your retirement benefit? Wondering now what? 
Did you know your benefit is subject to state and federal taxes?
Did you know you could draw your benefit and still go back to work?
What do you do if you or your beneficiary passes away?
Do you know what time of the month you should expect your monthly benefit?
You may not work in a LAGERS covered position until the day you retire; however, you may still be eligible for benefits based on the time you spent serving your community.
Member News
Missouri LAGERS Announces Trustee Election Results from 58th Annual Meeting
Nov. 6, 2025
The Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System (LAGERS) announced the results of its 2025 Board of Trustee elections during the system’s 58th annual meeting on Oct. 31, 2025.
Members and Employers Gather at LAGERS’ 58th Annual Meeting
Nov. 2, 2025
Each year, this meeting brings together member and employer representatives, system leadership, and staff to exchange ideas, share insights, and celebrate the people who make local government work.
How to Apply for Retirement with LAGERS
Nov. 1, 2025
Ready to retire? Follow this step-by-step guide to help you get started so you can transition smoothly into retirement and begin receiving your benefits.
