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There are some important things inactive members should know about retirement

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Get this year's cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), plus find out how COLA is calculated

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Notice of Election
Qualified candidates for General and Retired member seats on the Board should pick up required forms beginning Monday, April 15, 2019 through Monday, May 6, 2019 at the County’s Elections Office.

For Notice of Election see here…
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Performance Pulse – December 2018
Read the December 2018 issue of the Performance Pulse, a semi-annual summary of SamCERA’s investment performance.

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Important Information for Retirees in 2019
Changes to taxes and health plan premiums in 2019 could mean that you see a change in your monthly pension benefit in January.

Changes to taxes and health plan premiums in 2019 could mean that you see a change in your monthly pension benefit in January. Below are a few reminders:

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COLA Increase for 2019
At its January 29, 2019 meeting, the Board of Retirement approved a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for most retirees and beneficiaries.

At its January 29, 2019 meeting, the Board of Retirement approved a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for retirees and beneficiaries in accordance with each plan as shown on the chart below:

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2019 Service Purchase Schedule
There are two separate periods of time during 2019 to make service purchases.

SamCERA members have two separate periods of time during 2019 to make service purchases. The process starts when the member submits a Purchase Request form. Members may submit Purchase Request forms at any time.

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Performance Pulse – June 2018
Read the June 2018 issue of the Performance Pulse, a semi-annual summary of SamCERA’s investment performance.

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2018 SamCERA Board of Retirement Election Results
The certified results are in from SamCERA’s June 2018 Board of Retirement election. Congratulations to Katherine OMalley, Robert Raw and Susan Lee. 

The certified results are in from SamCERA’s June 2018 Board of Retirement election. Congratulations to Katherine OMalley, Robert Raw and Susan Lee.

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Download the new MySamCERA mobile app!

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Read more about active member benefits

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Learn more about our all-new self-service portal

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Take a financial planning class!

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SamCERA offers a range of benefits to eligible members, spouses, and beneficiaries. Learn more.

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Retirement Board Agenda

Agenda and Agenda Packet

The Board of Retirement meets regularly at 10:00 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month. The schedule of Board meetings is available here. 

Board meeting materials will be available on the Wednesday prior to Board Meeting Day. Agenda packets and agendas are posted here.

Upcoming Dates

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How to Research and Select Stocks

Course Information

Location: 455 County Center, Room 101 – Redwood City

Recommended for those who desire detailed information on how to make more informed stock selections. Participants will gain an understanding of how to research, study, and invest in stocks.

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Board Meeting

2019 April Board Meeting

2019 April Board Meeting Agenda

2019 April Board Meeting Packet

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April Retiree Payday

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How to Invest $25 a Paycheck

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Location: 455 County Center, Room 101 – Redwood City

Recommended for those who would like greater knowledge of various savings and investing vehicles, and the ability to evaluate options based on investment characteristics, account features, and costs.

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Retirement Planning for All Ages (Online)

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Location: Online Webinar

Working professionals at any stage in their career can get better-prepared for retirement with this class. Participants will be able to assess their current financial situation, estimate their retirement needs, and create an investment strategy for meeting those needs.

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Money Management

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Location: 455 County Center, Room 101 – Redwood City

Participants will learn how to make better spending decisions, get out of debt, build and maintain a good credit record and stay on track with their financial goals.

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