Employer Seeking to Join MERS
Employers seeking to participate in the Municipal Employees’ Retirement System of Louisiana should contact MERS at 225-925-4810 or 1-800-820-1137 to speak with Lacey Waguespack for more information on joining MERS.
MERS welcomes all inquiries concerning membership participation. Please contact the office to determine whether your organization qualifies to become a participating employer.
Employer Agreement Requirements
A participating employer must enter into an agreement for coverage with MERS. The governing authority must approve participation, and the Board of Trustees must approve an agreement before coverage is extended.
The MERS Administrative Rules provide additional requirements for employer agreements, including the governing-authority resolution and Board approval process.
View Handbooks & Administrative Rules Ordinance/Resolution - Municipality Ordinance/Resolution - Non-Municipality Employer
Membership Agreement
A sample membership agreement is provided:
Membership Participation Agreement
If you prefer an editable Microsoft Word version of the application, contact lobby@mersla.com.
Choosing a MERS Plan
MERS has two plans available to participating employers.
- Plan A Employers may or may not participate in Social Security.
- Plan B Participation in Social Security is required.
Questions About Joining MERS?
Call 225-925-4810 or 1-800-820-1137 for assistance with eligibility, the participation process, or completing the application.
For an editable version of the application, email lobby@mersla.com.