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Retiree Town Hall with CalPERS Board Member Yvonne Walker – September 18, 2026
Ready to retire? myCalPERS can help simplify the process. In this video, you'll learn important steps to take before submitting your service retirement application and receive a step-by-step walkthrough of how to complete and submit your application online through your myCalPERS account. Watch now to get retirement-ready with confidence!

0:00 Presentation
1:52 Tips Before Starting Your Application
5:30 Completing Your Online Service Retirement Application 
24:47 What Happens Next
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