How to Participate

Currently serving over 200 municipalities and government agencies, IMET provides participants with two investment options: a liquidity option and an intermediate-term option with a fluctuating net asset value and an average maturity of 1 to 3 years.

3 Steps to Invest with IMET

Opening your account is simple!

  1. Pass an ordinance, resolution or adopt an investment policy authorizing participation in IMET.
  2. Complete a New Account Kit.
  3. Return the Kit along with your redemption instructions and fund your account with your initial investment.  There are no restrictions to the number of accounts you can have.

Recent News

Reporting on the Performance of Public Investment Portfolios
July 20, 2026

Based on GFOA best practices, this article explains how public agencies can evaluate investment portfolio performance and use a scorecard to track safety, liquidity, return, and overall policy objectives.

Reporting on the Performance of Public Investment Portfolios

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Celebrating 10 Years of Leadership: Sofia Anastopoulos Marks a Decade with IMET
July 15, 2026

IMET celebrates Executive Director Sofia Anastopoulos and the steady leadership, professionalism, and dedication she has provided throughout her 10 years of service to IMET.

Celebrating 10 Years of Leadership: Sofia Anastopoulos Marks a Decade with IMET

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IMET Participant Spotlight: Village of Woodridge
July 07, 2026

Learn how the Village of Woodridge and Finance Director John Harrington use IMET to support reserves, liquidity, and investment diversification.

IMET PARTICIPANT SPOTLIGHT HIGHLIGHTS: Village of Woodridge

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Put Your Property Tax Receipts to Work with the IMET Convenience Fund
July 06, 2026

Learn how you can put your property tax receipts to work for you in the IMET Convenience Fund

Put Your Property Tax Receipts to Work with the IMET Convenience Fund

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