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Retiree July 2021 Paycheck Flyer

2021 Cost of Living Adjustment Effective July 1

Each year the LACERS Board of Administration determines a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for eligible LACERS Retired Members and Beneficiaries. The COLA is a reflection of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Los Angeles Area, which has been determined to be 1.6% for 2021.

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LACERS Active Members June Update

LEARNING ABOUT SURVIVOR BENEFITS QUIZ

Preparing for the unexpected isn’t always easy, but one way you can do so is by learning about your survivor benefits. Click here to watch the Survivor Benefits Overview video on the LACERS YouTube channel. Make sure to subscribe to the channel while you’re there! Then, take the Learning About Survivor Benefits quiz here to be entered into a drawing to win one of five $50 Amazon e-gift cards! Winners will be randomly selected. Complete the quiz by Friday, July 9, 2021 to be entered.

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LACERS Retired Members June Update

MEMBER RESOURCES

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. Click here to learn more about WEAAD.

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15

Building Strong Support for Elders

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations.
 
The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect.
 

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L.A. IS FOR EVERYONE

#LAforALL

LA for ALL is a creative-led campaign to stand against hate and stand for the values of diversity, belonging and inclusion. The campaign, designed by LA artists, meets at the intersection of art, advocacy, and community to share hate crime and hate incident information. 

LA for ALL is led by the Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department, with support from the Department of Public Works, the Department of Cultural Affairs, and many more. 

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Active Members Spring 2021 Newsletter is Here!

The Active Members Spring 2021 newsletter is now available here on the LACERS website! In its pages you’ll find updates from LACERS’ Board of Administration President and General Manager, budget-friendly activity ideas, emergency preparedness tips, and more. You’ll also find articles about staying connected with LACERS via your MyLACERS account and LACERS’ Y

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AGING MASTERY PROGRAM (AMP)

Every Tuesday and Thursday from June 1, 2021 – July 1, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.

LACERS will be running this 5-week, twice-weekly course to help you build your own personal playbook for aging well and empowering you to take key steps to improve your well-being. To learn more, click here.

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Mr. Ken Chenault Presentation

Ken Chenault Presentation

To listen to Mr. Ken Chenault speak to the Board of Administration on May 11, 2021, regarding Diversity & Inclusion, Leadership, and Market Outlook, please use the provided link below. Mr. Chenault is the former CEO and Chairman of American Express from 2001 until 2017 and was the third African American CEO of a Fortune 500 company. He is currently the Chairman and Managing Director at General Catalyst, one of many venture capital firms that manages private equity companies on behalf of LACERS.

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Launching Soon: Retirement Application Portal

The new online Retirement Application Portal (RAP) is launching this month! In mid-June, Members retiring in August 2021 and beyond will have access to this secure and convenient way to apply for retirement. 

Here are some key steps to take before accessing the RAP:

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Retired Members Spring 2021 Newsletter is Here!

The Retired Members Spring 2021 newsletter is now available here on the LACERS website! In its pages you’ll find updates from LACERS’ General Manager and Board of Administration President, budget-friendly activity ideas, emergency preparedness tips, and more. Printed versions of the newsletter will be arriving through the mail in the near future.

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LACERS Active Members May Update

PERSONAL SAFETY TIPS

The world around us is constantly changing and at times can be very unpredictable; it’s therefore more important than ever to make sure that you take the necessary measures to keep yourself safe as you begin to venture out into your communities and beyond. Click here for tips to increase your personal security while away from your home.

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LACERS Retired Members May Update

MEMBER RESOURCES

Personal Safety Tips: The world around us is constantly changing and at times can be very unpredictable; it’s therefore more important than ever to make sure that you take the necessary measures to keep yourself safe as you begin to venture out into your communities and beyond. Click here for tips to increase your personal security while away from your home. 

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Coming Soon: Online Retirement Application Portal

The launch of the new online Retirement Application Portal (RAP) is just around the corner! Soon Members will have access to this efficient and convenient way to apply for retirement. 

If you will be retiring in the near future, here are some key steps to take before accessing the RAP:

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Retiree May 2021 Paycheck Flyer

Cost of Living Adjustment for 2021

Each year the LACERS Board of Administration determines a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for eligible LACERS Retired Members and Beneficiaries. The COLA is a reflection of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Los Angeles Area, which has been determined to be 1.6% for 2021.

The maximum COLA is set by the City of Los Angeles Administrative Code at 3.0% for Tier 1 and Tier 1 Enhanced Members, and is set at 2.0% for Tier 3 Members.

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Learn About the Upcoming Retirement Application Portal!

Coming Soon: Online Retirement Application Portal

The development of the new online Retirement Application Portal (RAP) is nearing completion, and soon you will be able to apply and complete the entire retirement process from the comfort of your own home! 

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LACERS Response to City Council Motion on Healthcare Costs

On March 3, 2021, the Los Angeles City Council approved Council Motion 20-1606 to have the City Administrative Officer, in consultation with LACERS, Los Angeles Fire and Police Pensions, and the City’s Personnel Department, along with labor, report to the Executive Employee Relations Committee and appropriate City Council Committees, viable options to reduce health care costs, yet still offer affordable high-quality healthcare.

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MOTHER’S DAY GET-TOGETHER

Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.

Join us tomorrow to celebrate Mother’s Day with fun, socializing, games, and prizes via Zoom to pay tribute to all the moms out there. Details can be found here.

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LACERS Active Members April Update

LACERS ACTUARIAL REVIEW 

The Los Angeles City Employees’ Retirement System (LACERS) undergoes regular review by its actuary. This year’s review has been completed and all pertinent tables have been updated and will take effect on July 1, 2021. All Active Members considering retiring prior to June 30, should create an estimate in their MyLACERS account or request one via our main office line to determine what impact, if any, the table updates may have on their retirement allowance. 

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