Check out Great-West's website: www.gwrs.com Tax-deferred compensation plans are available to County employees through Great West. In 2009, you can defer up to $16,500 a year pre-tax to these plans. Any growth is also tax deferred. These can be very effective financial tools for building toward retirement, but they are not without risk. Please study them carefully and consult a tax and/or financial advisor. If you have specific questions, you can either contact Great West on-line or by calling the customer service number (800) 701-8255.