Post June 21, 2022

Office Closed on Wednesday, 6/22
The SamCERA office will be closed on Wednesday, 6/22 for walk-in's and in-person visits due to construction.

For assistance during this temporary office closure, please contact us by phone at 650-599-1234 or by email at samcera@samcera.org.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Post June 21, 2022

Board of Retirement News
Learn about the 2022 SamCERA Boad of Retirement election results, and other recent Board of Retirement updates.

2022 SamCERA Board of Retirement Election Results

The nomination period for the 2022 Board of Retirement election closed on May 2, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. Al David and Nicole McKay ran unopposed and were deemed elected to the Board, while Alma Salas was elected to the Retired Member Seat at the Monday, June 13, 2022 election.

Announcement June 21, 2022

An important update is available for the MySamCERA mobile app
We just released a new update for the MySamCERA mobile app, and it is available in the Apple Store and Google Play Store now.

The MySamCERA mobile app makes it easier for you to manage your pension account than ever before!

Existing Users: To continue using the app, you’ll need to download and install the latest version available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

New Users: The new login and registration process is simple with an account registration wizard that will have you up and running in minutes. If you already have a MySamCERA login, your current credentials will work on the app, too. Download the app today to streamline your pension management and put your retirement details at your fingertips anywhere, anytime.

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Post March 22, 2022

Performance Pulse – December 2021
Read the December 2021 issue of the Performance Pulse, a semi-annual summary of SamCERA’s investment performance.

Announcement March 2, 2022

The New MySamCERA Mobile App is here! What you need to know and how to get started
Available for iPhone and Android

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Announcement February 7, 2022

Road to Retirement
Start planning for your retirement today with this video presentation from SamCERA's Retirement Benefits team, normally part of the Road to Retirement Seminar.

Announcement January 26, 2022

COLA Increase for 2022
At its January 25, 2022 meeting, the Board of Retirement approved a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for most retirees and beneficiaries that will begin with the April 2022 benefit payment.

At its January 25, 2022 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:

Post January 4, 2022

Compensation Limits for 2022
Learn about updated compensation limits in 2022 for Plan 7 members, and the 2022 IRS compensation limit for members hired after July 1, 1996.

Compensation limits do not limit the salary your employer can pay, but rather limits the amount of compensation SamCERA can take into account when determining your contributions and calculating your monthly pension benefit under your retirement plan. See below for new compensation limits in 2022 based on your plan and membership with SamCERA.

Announcement December 7, 2021

2022 Service Purchase Schedule
There are two separate periods of time during 2022 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 and Plan 5 service upgrades, certain military leave, unpaid sick leave, and parental leave. Returning SamCERA members can also make a Purchase Request for a redeposit of withdrawn funds.

Announcement July 29, 2021

Manage your pension with MySamCERA
Learn how to register for the MySamCERA member portal and start managing your pension from the comfort of your home

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MySamCERA is a secure, members-only portal for retirement benefits information, available online at: mysamcera.org.

Active and Deferred members can perform retirement benefit estimates, get member statements, check beneficiary information—and more. Retirees can print 1099s, print benefit statements, view deductions and change withholdings, and generate Pension Income Verifications.

Announcement August 31, 2015

Until further notice, in accordance with the Government Code §§ 54953 and 54954, as amended by AB 361 (2021), all Board of Retirement meetings will be held remotely via Zoom video conference and teleconference. Learn more on the Board Meetings page.

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.

Upcoming Dates

Event June 30, 2022

Are you getting ready to retire?
There are some important things inactive members should know about retirement

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

Get an accurate retirement benefits estimate
Login to MySamCERA for the most accurate look at your future pension

Office Closed on Wednesday, 6/22
The SamCERA office will be closed on Wednesday, 6/22 for walk-in's and in-person visits due to construction.

Board of Retirement News
Learn about the 2022 SamCERA Boad of Retirement election results, and other recent Board of Retirement updates.

2022 SamCERA Board of Retirement Election Results

An important update is available for the MySamCERA mobile app
We just released a new update for the MySamCERA mobile app, and it is available in the Apple Store and Google Play Store now.

Performance Pulse – December 2021
Read the December 2021 issue of the Performance Pulse, a semi-annual summary of SamCERA’s investment performance.

The New MySamCERA Mobile App is here! What you need to know and how to get started
Available for iPhone and Android

Road to Retirement
Start planning for your retirement today with this video presentation from SamCERA's Retirement Benefits team, normally part of the Road to Retirement Seminar.

COLA Increase for 2022
At its January 25, 2022 meeting, the Board of Retirement approved a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for most retirees and beneficiaries that will begin with the April 2022 benefit payment.

Compensation Limits for 2022
Learn about updated compensation limits in 2022 for Plan 7 members, and the 2022 IRS compensation limit for members hired after July 1, 1996.

2022 Service Purchase Schedule
There are two separate periods of time during 2022 to make service purchases.

Manage your pension with MySamCERA
Learn how to register for the MySamCERA member portal and start managing your pension from the comfort of your home

Read more about active member benefits

Take a financial planning class!

Upcoming Dates

June Retiree Payday

Independence Day – Office Closed

2022 July Board Meeting

July Retiree Payday

2022 August Board Meeting

August Retiree Payday

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Until further notice, in accordance with the Government Code §§ 54953 and 54954, as amended by AB 361 (2021), all Board of Retirement meetings will be held remotely via Zoom video conference and teleconference. Learn more on the Board Meetings page.

Agenda and Agenda Packet

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