- A. A retiree member candidate for a position on the board of trustees must be a retired member of MERS as of the date that the nomination period for the seat closes.
- B. Any person convicted of a felony offense shall be prohibited from being a candidate for a period of five years after the latter of their conviction or the end of their imprisonment.
- C. Only retirees may vote for a retiree member candidate.
Authority Note
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 11:1823.
Historical Note
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Treasury, Municipal Employees’ Retirement System, LR 48:2367 (September 2022), amended LR 51:1890 (November 2025).