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April 2023 Paycheck Flyer
LACERS IS NOW OPEN AT OUR NEW LOCATION!
We are excited to share that our new location at 977 N. Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles’ Chinatown is now open Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. No appointments are needed. Please check in at our first-floor reception desk upon your arrival for assistance. All online services and virtual assistance remain available.
LACERS Retired Members April Update
GETTING IN-PERSON ASSISTANCE JUST GOT EASIER
Appointments are no longer needed when visiting LACERS at our new location at 977 N. Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles’ Chinatown. We are open Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.*
All online services and virtual counseling remain available for our Members. Please contact LACERS at (800) 779-8328 for assistance.
*Please note a current government-issued photo identification or City employee badge is required to enter our building except when attending public meetings of the LACERS Board of Administration. Also, parking is not available at the building. Paid parking lots, public transit, and street parking are available nearby.
LACERS Active Members April Update
GETTING IN-PERSON ASSISTANCE JUST GOT EASIER
Appointments are no longer needed when visiting LACERS at our new location at 977 N. Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles’ Chinatown. We are open Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.*
All online services and virtual counseling remain available for our Members. Please contact LACERS at (800) 779-8328 for assistance.
*Please note a current government-issued photo identification or City employee badge is required to enter our building except when attending public meetings of the LACERS Board of Administration. Also, parking is not available at the building. Paid parking lots, public transit, and street parking are available nearby.
March 2023 Paycheck Flyer
LACERS REOPENS APRIL 3RD AT ITS NEW HEADQUARTERS
We’ve missed you! LACERS has recently moved to its very own, state-of-the-art building in Chinatown. We are pleased to announce that on April 3, we will once again be able to assist you with your retirement needs in-person as we welcome you to our new headquarters. Visit LACERS.org to learn more about our building located at 977 N. Broadway. We look forward to seeing you soon.
LACERS Active Members March Update
REOPENING APRIL 3 AT NEW LOCATION
Starting April 3, LACERS Front Desk at our new location on the first floor of 977 N. Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles’ Chinatown will be open Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
All online services and virtual counseling remain available for our Members.
*Please note a current government-issued photo identification or City employee badge is required to enter our building. Also, parking is NOT available at the building. Paid parking lots, public transit, and street parking are available nearby.
LACERS Retired Members March Update
REOPENING APRIL 3 AT NEW LOCATION
Starting April 3, LACERS Front Desk at our new location on the first floor of 977 N. Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles’ Chinatown will be open Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., for general inquiries and document drop-off. Appointments are also available through our online booking system.
All online services and virtual counseling remain available for our Members.
*Please note a current government-issued photo identification or City employee badge is required to enter our building. Also, parking is NOT available at the building. Paid parking lots, public transit, and street parking are available nearby.
ANNOUNCEMENT: LACERS IS OPENING ON APRIL 3
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU AT OUR NEW HEADQUARTERS!
We are happy to announce that on April 3rd, LACERS will be open for Member Services at our new building located at 977 N. Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles’ Chinatown.
Our Front Desk will be open Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for general inquiries and document drop-off. Appointments are also available through our online booking system.
February 2023 Paycheck Flyer
ANNUAL NOTICE OF RIGHT TO ELECT OR REVOKE FEDERAL INCOME TAX WITHHOLDING
LACERS is required to inform you that your periodic benefit payments from LACERS may be subject to Federal Income Tax withholding unless you elect not to withhold. If your benefit becomes effective in 2023, and a completed Form W-4P is not on file with LACERS, your withholding will be calculated as if your filing status is Single with no adjustments. For benefits that began before 2023, your current withholding remains in effect unless you submit a new Form W-4P.
LACERS Active Members February Update
JOIN THE LACERS PENSION SYMPOSIUM TOMORROW AT 9:00 A.M.
Join us tomorrow, February 22, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. via Zoom for our first virtual Pension Symposium. The 2023 LACERS Pension Symposium will feature a range of speakers presenting on the national perspective of public pensions, risks to public pension funds, aspects of investments, retirement, and LACERS’ operations and innovations. For more information on this event, click here.
LACERS Retired Members February Update
JOIN THE LACERS PENSION SYMPOSIUM TOMORROW AT 9:00 A.M.
Join us tomorrow, February 22, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. via Zoom for our first virtual Pension Symposium. The 2023 LACERS Pension Symposium will feature a range of speakers presenting on the national perspective of public pensions, risks to public pension funds, aspects of investments, retirement, and LACERS’ operations and innovations. For more information on this event, click here.
Active Members Winter 2023 Newsletter is Here!
INVESTING 10 MINUTES READING THIS NEWSLETTER CAN ENHANCE YOUR RETIREMENT BENEFITS KNOWLEDGE.
The Active Members Winter 2023 newsletter is now available on the LACERS website! This installment opens with an important message from LACERS Board President Nilza Serrano. As you read further, you’ll learn about various topics, such as:
LACERS Well Calendar of Events
THERE IS MORE THAN ONE WAY TO EXPERIENCE LACERS WELL!
When “life happens,” it can require us to focus on other priorities besides our own wellness. And that’s okay. LACERS Well has you covered! If you have missed past LACERS Well events, we have event recordings on various topics – finances, emotional wellness, fitness, and more!
Visit the LACERS YouTube channel to experience these offerings today. And while you’re at it, feel free to share the experience of LACERS Well with your family and friends.
Our desire is to help you meet your 2023 wellness goals.
January 2023 Paycheck Flyer
NEW IRS AND CA STATE TAX WITHHOLDING FORMS FOR 2023
The IRS released a revised Form W-4P (Withholding Certificate for Periodic Pension or Annuity Payments) effective January 2023, which includes substantial changes to the federal tax withholding elections available, as well as changes to the calculation LACERS performs to determine the amount to be withheld. The new Form W-4P is posted on LACERS.org and is now available for use.
LACERS Active Members January Update
SAVE THE DATE! LACERS PENSION SYMPOSIUM FEBRUARY 22
Join us for our first virtual Pension Symposium on Wednesday, February 22, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. via Zoom. The 2023 LACERS Pension Symposium will feature a range of speakers presenting on the national perspective of public pensions, risks to public pension funds, aspects of investments, retirement, and LACERS operations and innovations. For more information on this event, click here.
LACERS Retired Members January Update
SAVE THE DATE! LACERS PENSION SYMPOSIUM FEBRUARY 22
Join us for our first virtual Pension Symposium on Wednesday, February 22, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. via Zoom. The 2023 LACERS Pension Symposium will feature a range of speakers presenting on the national perspective of public pensions, risks to public pension funds, aspects of investments, retirement, and LACERS operations and innovations. For more information on this event, click here.
LACERS Well Calendar of Events
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM THE LACERS WELL TEAM!
We are brimming with excitement because 2023 is here and we have great news! Many of the wellness events Members enjoyed in 2022 are returning. Fitness Made Simple with Sean Foy, Mom’s Computer Events with Elijah and his team, and offerings from Alzheimer’s Los Angeles and Los Angeles County too. Check out our upcoming events below.
Our desire is to help you meet your 2023 wellness goals.
You can register for these events via your MyLACERS online portal account or by calling LACERS at (800) 779-8328. Once you have registered, expect Zoom access information to be provided at least one day before your event.
December 2022 Paycheck Flyer
MEDICARE PART B PREMIUMS FOR 2023
As a reminder, all retired Members and their dependents that are eligible for Medicare and enrolled in a LACERS plan are required to enroll in Medicare Part B. Retired Members enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B with at least 10 years of Service who are enrolled in a LACERS Senior medical plan or participate in the Medical Premium Reimbursement Program (MPRP) are eligible for a reimbursement of their standard (basic) Medicare Part B premium.
LACERS Active Members December Update
WISHING YOU HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND A SAFE, PROSPEROUS 2023
Season’s greetings from all of us at LACERS. As the year draws to a close, we can’t help but express our sincere appreciation for you. Best wishes in 2023!