Welcome to the LACERA news section, where we share what’s happening at LACERA and update our members on anything affecting their retirement benefits.
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Prepare for March Madness
Every year, LACERA experiences an uptick in retirement applications leading up to March, which we aptly refer to as “March Madness.”
Gratitude to Departing CEO for Guiding LACERA Toward a Stronger Future
We are writing to share an important leadership update regarding the Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association.
Leadership Update: Santos Kreimann Steps Down as LACERA CEO
The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) today announced that Santos H. Kreimann, Chief Executive Officer, will step down from his role for health reasons and to spend more time with his family.
Benefit Boost to Blue Cross Plans
LACERA announced that on December 2, the Board of Supervisors approved an increase to the lifetime maximum benefit for the Anthem Blue Cross I, II, and Prudent Buyer plans.
2025 Annual Reports Now Live
As LACERA heads into the new year, we are proud to share our 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and 2025 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).
December 2025 Pathways and Spotlight Newsletters Now Available Online
LACERA publishes and mails two quarterly newsletters—Pathways for active members and Spotlight for retired members—to keep you updated.
LACERA CIO Jonathan Grabel Named to 2026 Elite Institutional CIOs List
LACERA announces CIO Jonathan Grabel’s recognition on Markets Group’s 2026 Elite Institutional CIOs list.
LACERA’s Tamara Caldwell Wins SACRS Volunteer Award
We are proud to announce that LACERA’s Division Manager of Disability Retirement Services, Tamara L. Caldwell, has been honored.
Kaiser Permanente Strike Activity Has Ended
The work stoppage by unions affiliated with the Alliance of Health Care Unions has concluded.
Jason Choi nominated for WorldPensionSummit Rising Stars Honor
We are pleased to share that LACERA’s Jason Choi, Senior Investment Analyst, has been nominated by Pension & Investments.