Benefit modifications

A member may elect as provided in section 71-02-04-02 to receive one of the following benefit modifications: 1. Partial lump sum option. The partial lump sum option will only be available to members who retire on or after reaching normal retirement date. This option is an irrevocable election made at initial application for retirement, and is not an option for a subsequent retirement. The payment is equal to twelve monthly payments determined under the single life annuity option. The member is permitted to choose one of the optional forms of payment as defined in section 71-02-04-04 for ongoing benefits. The ongoing benefits will be actuarially reduced to reflect the partial lump sum payment. 2. Deferred normal retirement option. The deferred normal retirement option will only be available to members who retire after reaching normal retirement date. This option is an irrevocable election made at initial application for retirement, and is not an option for a subsequent retirement. The payment is in lieu of a lump sum equal to the amount of missed payments, without interest, retroactive to the member's normal retirement date. The member is permitted to choose one of the optional forms of payment as defined in section 71-02-04-04. The ongoing benefits will be actuarially increased to reflect the lump sum. 3. Graduated benefit option. The graduated benefit option will only be available to members who retire after reaching normal retirement date. This option is an irrevocable election made at initial application for retirement, and is not an option for a subsequent retirement. The member is permitted to choose one of the optional forms of payment for ongoing benefits as defined in section 71-02-04-04. The ongoing benefits will be actuarially reduced to reflect the election of the graduated benefit option.