Announcements

Press releases and the latest news about LACERA’s accomplishments, awards, community service, and other activities.

LACERA Files Lawsuit Against Former Interim Information Security Officer for Fraud, Conflicts of Interest, and Breach of Fiduciary Duty

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Complaint alleges Carmelo Marquez defrauded LACERA by using an elaborate bid rigging scheme, an alias, and a straw company to enrich himself.

COLA Applied: Members Receive the Maximum Allowable Increase

In February, LACERA’s Board of Retirement approved the maximum allowable cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for all plans for 2025.

LACERA Updates FAC Calculation Method and My LACERA Calculator

We have good news for Plan G and Safety C members! In March 2025, LACERA implemented a significant change to the final average compensation (FAC) calculation method for your plan.

Prioritize Your Health at the Staying Healthy Together Workshop—April 29

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LACERA is thrilled to announce the return of our Staying Healthy Together workshop, a half-day event focused on wellness, connection, and fun for retirees! Join us on Tuesday, April 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Diamond Bar Center.

Apply Now: $1,000 Scholarship Opportunity for RELAC Members and Families

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RELAC is awarding five $1,000 scholarships to help support the educational goals of its members and their loved ones.

Update: Social Security Expedites WEP/GPO Repeal and Payments

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On February 20, 2025, LACERA emailed members about the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act, which repealed the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), and Government Pension Offset (GPO) effective January 2024.

Good News! COLA Approved for 2025

We are pleased to announce the LACERA Board of Retirement has approved the maximum allowed COLA increase for all plans for 2025.

Assessor’s Office Seeks Retired Former Employees for Wildfire Disaster Recovery Efforts

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LACERA is assisting the L.A. County Assessor’s Office in reaching out to all retired LACERA members who have worked for the Assessor in the past in any capacity to assist with disaster relief and recovery efforts.

Supporting Our Members Through the Los Angeles Wildfires

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As the devastating wildfires continue to affect our community, we remain acutely aware of the challenges faced by our members, staff, and the entire Los Angeles region.

LACERA Statement on Southern California Wildfires

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Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the wildfires in Southern California.

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