Eligibility
Membership in PERA is mandatory for non-elected public employees who meet position eligibility requirements set by Minnesota statute.

Contributions

You and your employer both contribute to PERA on your behalf.  You currently contribute 6.25% of your gross salary.  SPPS contributes 7.25% in 2010.

Taxes on Your Contributions

Federal and State income taxes on PERA contributions have been deferred for many years. Thus, most of your PERA benefits (or a refund unless placed in another tax-deferred program) will be taxable when they are received.

Contact Info

Mailing Address:  60 Empire Drive #200, St Paul MN 55103-2088

Phone #: 651-296-7460

Fax #:  651-297-2547

Click here for complete copy of the Coordinated Plan Handbook.

Main PERA Website   
How to apply for retiree benefits