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LACERS COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT EFFECTIVE JULY 1

The LACERS Board of Administration has approved the maximum allowable Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for eligible LACERS Retired Members and Beneficiaries at 3.0% for Tier 1 and Tier 1 Enhanced Members and 2.0% for Tier 3 Members. Click here to view more information on the COLA increase and the availability of any banked excess. Retirees and Beneficiaries will receive the increase on their July 31st paycheck.

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LACERS Active Members Update for July

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LACERS BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION UPDATES

LACERS Board Elects Annie Chao as Board President

Annie Chao has been re-elected as Board President at the July 23 meeting for the term ending July 2025. Additionally, she has been re-elected to serve on the LACERS Board by the Active Members for the term ending June 30, 2029.

LACERS Board Elects Janna Sidley as Vice President

Janna Sidley has been elected as Vice President at the July 23 meeting for the term ending July 2025. She was also re-appointed to serve on the LACERS board by Mayor Bass for the June 30, 2029 term. 

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LACERS Retired Members Update for July

Picture of Board President Annie Chao, Vice President Janna Sidley, and GM Neil Guglielmo

LACERS BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION UPDATES

LACERS Board Elects Annie Chao as Board President

Annie Chao was re-elected as Board President at the July 23 meeting for the term ending July 2025. Additionally, she has been re-elected to serve on the LACERS Board by the Active Members for the term ending June 30, 2029.

LACERS Board Elects Janna Sidley as Vice President

Janna Sidley was elected Vice President at the July 23 meeting for the term ending July 2025. Mayor Bass also re-appointed her to serve on the LACERS board for the June 30, 2029 term. 

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June 2024 Paycheck Flyer

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LACERS COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT EFFECTIVE JULY 1

The LACERS Board of Administration has approved the maximum allowable Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for eligible LACERS Retired Members and Beneficiaries at 3.0% for Tier 1 and Tier 1 Enhanced Members and 2.0% for Tier 3 Members. Click here to view more information on the COLA increase and the availability of any banked excess. Retirees and Beneficiaries will receive the increase on their July 31st paycheck.

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May 2024 Paycheck Flyer

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LACERS APPOINTMENT-BASED SERVICE BEGINS JUNE 3RD

On Monday, June 3, LACERS will begin utilizing an appointment-based system to provide you with the convenience to coordinate getting all your retirement needs addressed on your schedule. There will be two options for appointments: in person, at our headquarters, and virtually, via Zoom. These new options will allow for timely and convenient access to get your questions answered. To make an appointment, visit lacers.org/contact-us or call (800) 779-8328.

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LACERS Retired Members Update for May

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LACERS APPOINTMENT-BASED SERVICE BEGINS JUNE 3

On Monday, June 3, LACERS will begin utilizing an appointment-based system for all Members who need in-person assistance. There will be two options for appointments: in person, at our headquarters, and virtually, via Zoom. These new options will allow for timely and convenient access to get your questions answered. Click here to make an appointment online or call (800) 779-8328. 

Appointments aren’t necessary if you drop off documents Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., and don’t need to speak to anyone. Please note that our operating hours have changed. 

In-Person and Virtual Appointment Hours
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday

Phone Hours
7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Tuesday

*Please be advised that pre-entry metal detector screening requirements are in place at LACERS’ headquarters, and a current government-issued photo identification or City employee badge is required except when attending public meetings of the LACERS Board of Administration. Parking is not available at the building. Paid parking lots, public transit, and street parking are available nearby.

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LACERS Active Members Update for May

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LACERS APPOINTMENT-BASED SERVICE BEGINS JUNE 3

On Monday, June 3, LACERS will begin utilizing an appointment-based system for all Members who need in-person assistance. There will be two options for appointments: in person, at our headquarters, and virtually, via Zoom. These new options will allow for timely and convenient access to get your questions answered. Click here to make an appointment online or call (800) 779-8328. 

Appointments aren’t necessary if you drop off documents Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., and don’t need to speak to anyone. Please note that our operating hours have changed. 

In-Person and Virtual Appointment Hours
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday

Phone Hours
7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Tuesday

*Please be advised that pre-entry metal detector screening requirements are in place at LACERS’ headquarters, and a current government-issued photo identification or City employee badge is required except when attending public meetings of the LACERS Board of Administration. Parking is not available at the building. Paid parking lots, public transit, and street parking are available nearby. 

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April 2024 Paycheck Flyer

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@LACERSOFFICIAL IS THE NEW NAME OF THE LACERS YOUTUBE CHANNEL

New name, but same great source for information about your LACERS benefits and helpful wellness content. The LACERS channel is now verified on YouTube, which means it is officially recognized as a credible source for LACERS content as a recognized public entity. Visit the channel at its new web address: youtube.com/@lacersofficial to subscribe and join over 2,000 other Members who are notified when new content is posted!

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LACERS Active Members Update for April

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APRIL 22 IS EARTH DAY

Earth Day reminds us of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability. Let’s unite to protect the Earth today and for generations to come. Together, we can make a meaningful impact and create a more sustainable world. Get involved by visiting the Earth Day website. 

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LACERS Retired Members Update for April

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APRIL 22 IS EARTH DAY

Earth Day reminds us of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability. Let’s unite to protect the Earth today and for generations to come. Together, we can make a meaningful impact and create a more sustainable world. Get involved by visiting the Earth Day website. 

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March 2024 Paycheck Flyer

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COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT EFFECTIVE JULY 1

The LACERS Board of Administration has approved the maximum allowable Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for eligible LACERS Retired Members and Beneficiaries at 3.0% for Tier 1 and Tier 1 Enhanced Members and 2.0% for Tier 3 Members. Tier 1 and Tier 1 Enhanced Members are City employees who became LACERS Members on or before February 20, 2016. Tier 3 Members are City employees who became LACERS Members on or after February 21, 2016.

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