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

Updated IMET Reference Material - September 2026
September 03, 2026

IMET has updated its online Reference Materials, reviewed key Illinois public funds legislation, and refreshed links to GFOA best practices to ensure participants have access to current, useful resources as of September 2026.

Updated IMET Reference Material - September 2026

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IMET AUGUST 2026 Monthly Newsletter
August 18, 2026

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IMET AUGUST 2026 Monthly Newsletter

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Market Overview - August 2026
August 13, 2026

The August 2026 Market Overview provides the latest updates on economic growth, inflation, employment, and Federal Reserve rate expectations.

Market Overview - August 2026

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IMET JULY 2026 Monthly Newsletter
July 21, 2026

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IMET July 2026 - Monthly Newsletter

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