Why is the county moving to a once-a-week trash collection program?
In 2007, the County made a significant commitment to increasing recycling. After implementation, the County found that many...
Are there any other jurisdictions offering once-a-week trash collection?
Prince George’s County joins the City of Baltimore, the District of Columbia, Anne Arundel, Howard, Fairfax and Montgomery...
What kinds of retirement programs are offered to County employees?
There are several different types of defined benefit retirement programs offered depending on the position the employee holds...
Is an employee required to make contributions to these Pension Plans?
All employees enrolled in the County pension plans are required to make biweekly contributions (based on a percentage of salary)...
At what point does an employee have a vested benefit in the pension plans? Does this mean an employee has a guaranteed pension benefit at retirement?
Currently all the pension plans offered by the County require five years of actual and continuous service as a participant to be...
Is there any other way to save money for retirement?
Yes, the County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan to all permanent employees. This allows employees to save money...
How much money can an employee defer under the 457 Plans?
The maximum that can be deferred yearly is $15,000 for calendar year 2006 or 100% of salary, whichever is lower. The minimum...
Is the County's deferred compensation plan equivalent to a 401K plan?
The plan offered by the County is administered under the Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code which is provided exclusively...
Can an employee transfer funds from a deferred compensation plan sponsored by another employer?
Yes, if you have your previous employer complete a transfer authorization and elect a County provider.