LACERS Active Members Update for November
LACERS UPCOMING WINTER HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
In observance of the upcoming holidays, please be aware of the following changes to LACERS’ services. We thank you for your understanding and wish you a joyful holiday season!
The LACERS Front Desk and 800 Phone Line will be unavailable on the following dates:
- November 24–26
- December 24, 26, 29, 30, 31, and January 2
During these times, Members may still reach us via: lacers.services@lacers.org, and voicemail messages will be monitored and responded to as soon as possible.
LACERS will be completely closed, and all services will be unavailable on:
- November 27 and 28
- December 25
- January 1
RETIRING ONLINE IS EASY—ANY TIME OF YEAR
Planning to retire soon? The LACERS Retirement Application Portal (RAP) offers a secure and convenient way for eligible Members—those applying for a Tier 1 Normal or Tier 1 Early Service Retirement—to submit their retirement application online.
Whether you’re ready to retire now or just exploring your options, visit our Applying for Retirement Online webpage to learn more about how the RAP can simplify your retirement process.
FAMILY DEATH BENEFIT PLAN (FDBP): ADDED PROTECTION FOR YOUR LOVED ONES
The Family Death Benefit Plan (FDBP) is a voluntary program designed to provide your family with a monthly financial benefit if you pass away before retirement—offering added peace of mind and financial security.
Employees become eligible to enroll after completing 18 months of City service. Participation comes at a low cost per pay period.
To learn more, watch a brief overview on the LACERS YouTube Channel, or complete the Election to Participate in FDBP form to enroll.
UPCOMING BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION MEETING
Please be advised that the Board meetings originally scheduled for November 25 and December 23 have been canceled. The only meeting in December will be held on Tuesday, December 9 at 10:00 a.m.
*ADA Statement: Sign Language Interpreters, Communications Access Real-Time Transcription, Assisted Listening Devices, or other auxiliary aids and services may be provided upon request. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72 hours before the meeting you wish to attend. Due to difficulties securing Sign Language Interpreters, notice is strongly recommended for five or more business days. For additional information, please contact (800) 779-8328 or RTT (888) 349-3996.
