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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
Please read this important notice regarding office closure and changes to SamCERA services and programs in response to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

SamCERA is committed to the safety and health of our members and community, and to curb the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), we are implementing several safety precautions in our programs and services.

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SamCERA Samoodle
To celebrate our 75th anniversary with a bit of fun, staff created the first ever Samoodle!

A samoodle is SamCERA’s version of a doodle, and this samoodle was created by SamCERA staff to celebrate the association’s 75th anniversary with a bit of fun and creativity. 

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COLA Increase for 2020
At its January 28, 2020 meeting, the Board of Retirement approved a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for most retirees and beneficiaries.

At its January 28, 2020 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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2020 Service Purchase Schedule
There are two separate periods of time during 2020 to make service purchases.

Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible to purchase service credit that can count toward your total years of service and may increase your retirement benefit.

Purchase Request forms may be submitted for the purchase of Extra Help time, Plan 3 service upgrades, certain military leave and unpaid sick leave. Returning SamCERA members can also make a Purchase Request for a redeposit of withdrawn funds.

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Celebrating 75 Years!
On July 9, 2019, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors presented SamCERA with a resolution in recognition of our 75th anniversary.

(pictured left to right: Supervisor Dave Pine, SamCERA CEO Scott Hood, Supervisor Carole Groom, San Mateo County Treasurer/SamCERA Board President Sandie Arnott, Supervisor Don Horsley, Supervisor Warren Slocum, and Supervisor David Canepa.)

SamCERA was founded on July 1, 1944 by the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, and for the past 75 years, we have remained dedicated to serve as loyal fiduciary for our members and as prudent administrator of the retirement system.

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2019-20 Contribution Rates
SamCERA has updated its contribution rates for members and employers, effective July 14, 2019.

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Download the new MySamCERA mobile app!

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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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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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Estate Planning – Understanding the Basics (Online)

Course Information

Location: (updated 3/16/20) Online Webcast

Participants will gain a better understanding of the estate planning process. They will learn about an easy three-step process to set up an estate plan. In addition, this course will help simplify the terminology used by the financial planning and legal professions.

Course materials and instructions will be emailed to all registered members 1-2 days before the date of the class.

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Board Meeting

2020 April Board Meeting

Board meeting materials will be available on the Wednesday prior to Board Meeting Day.

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April Retiree Payday

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Financial Planning for Your Future (Online)

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Location: (updated 3/16/20) Online Webcast

Participants will learn how to set financial goals, create a savings plan, and plan for financial independence.

Course materials and instructions will be emailed to all registered members 1-2 days before the date of the class.

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Creating and Managing Wills and Trusts (Online)

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Location: (updated 3/16/20) Online Webcast

Participants will gain a better understanding of the importance of wills and trusts in estate planning, focusing on understanding probate and estate taxation in order to set up and manage trusts more effectively.

Course materials and instructions will be emailed to all registered members 1-2 days before the date of the class.

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Memorial Day – Office Closed

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