Checklist #1 - Service Retirement with Five (5) Pension Options

Checklist #2 - Service Retirement with Six (6) Pension Options

Checklist #3 - Section 59 Lump Sum Option

Checklist #4 - Disability Retirement

You must sign your retirement application within a minimum of 30 days prior to the date you intend to retire and a maximum of 90 days prior to the date you wish to retire.

To make an appointment to sign your paperwork, contact the Retirement Office at 810-257-2626, or 1-800-949-2627, or at co.genesee.mi.us/retirement

Items To Bring to Your Scheduled Appointment:

• Copy of member's driver's license or birth certificate;
• Copy of beneficiary(s) driver's license or birth certificate;
• Beneficiary(s) social security number(s);
• Voided check or deposit slip if direct deposit is desired.

Members are welcome and encouraged to bring their spouse, family members or independent financial planner to their retirement session.  The member will be provided an updated estimate of retirement benefits and educated on the available pension options during the session.