Retiree Report - Spring 2021

Account security recommendations, Annual Increase reminder, tips for calling PERA Customer Service, and more.

Colorado PERA continues to ensure member accounts are as secure as possible. Last June, PERA enhanced the security of online accounts by implementing multifactor authentication (MFA) when members log...
The next Annual Increase (AI) will be paid in July 2021 and will be 1.25% for eligible benefit recipients in the DPS benefit structure or those who began Colorado PERA membership in the PERA benefit...
As many people try to protect themselves from the coronavirus, scammers are out in full force using this public health crisis as an opportunity to prey on people. According to the Colorado Bureau of...
It’s no secret that PERA’s Customer Service Representatives provide stellar member service. On average as a group, they answer about 1,500 calls per day and 230,000 calls a year. With that many...
If you’ll be celebrating your 65th birthday this year, you will be eligible to enroll in Medicare. If you’re currently enrolled in a Colorado PERACare Pre-Medicare plan, you will need to enroll in a...
If you were enrolled in an Anthem plan between February 2008 and October 2020, you may have recently received an invitation to participate in a class action settlement against Anthem Blue Cross Blue...
Colorado PERA continues to monitor developments related to COVID-19. While a vaccine is available, there are still uncertainties related to large group gatherings. Based on the success of last year’s...
In May, PERA will hold an election for four seats on its 16-member volunteer Board of Trustees. Each seat represents a four-year term. Terms expire June 30, 2021, for the following Trustees: Tina...
Many health care insurance carriers have developed apps and interactive websites to enhance the enrollee’s health care experience. Creating an online account with your carrier usually only takes a...
For the most up-to-date information on legislation involving PERA, visit www.peraontheissues.com . From there, you can also subscribe to the PERA on the Issues digital newsletter to stay informed on...
June 23, 2021 Retirees: 10:00 a.m. Active Members: 6:30 p.m. Join the conversation with PERA Executive Director Ron Baker and Chief Investment Officer Amy C. McGarrity to hear the latest update on...
At its March Board meeting, the Colorado PERA Board of Trustees authorized staff to enter into contract negotiations with Empower to be the recordkeeper for PERA’s defined contribution plans. PERA...
Colorado PERA offers several ways to get information online or through digital options. By using our digital tools, you will always have access to the most current information about your PERA...