Your retirement savings plan is an essential part of your future financial security. It is important to understand how your plan works and what benefits you will receive. Just as you would keep track of money that you put in a bank or other financial institution, it is in your best interest to keep track of your retirement benefits.

Those responsible for the management and oversight of your retirement plan must follow certain rules for operating the plan, handling the plan's money and overseeing the firms that manage the money. You should also understand and monitor your retirement plan and your benefits. This website will help you understand your plan and explains what information you should review periodically and where to go for help with questions.

When you receive your statement, check it to make sure all of the information is accurate. This information may include:

• Salary level
• Amounts that you and your employer have contributed
• Years of service with the employer
• Home address
• Social Security number
• Beneficiary designation
• Marital status
• Verification of any prior credited service