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A pension provides flexibility.   Meet Jefferson, A pension provides flexibility. 
 
Meet Jefferson, who works for the Monterey County Transportation Agency. As he notes, being able to have options on how to spend one's time in retirement is worth a lot. 
 
Now tell us: what does your pension mean to you?
 
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If you've just retired, you may have questions abo If you've just retired, you may have questions about what comes next — including when you're going to start receiving your monthly payment, and how.

There are a few things you should do upon retiring to ensure you get your defined benefit in an efficient and timely manner.

Watch our Quick Tip video for a brief rundown.
Every investment decision plays a role in supporti Every investment decision plays a role in supporting the long-term strength of the CalPERS fund.

From public markets to private assets and sustainable investments, our teams are focused on helping deliver the retirement benefits members have earned through their public service.

Watch to hear directly from the professionals behind this important work.

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No matter if you’re early in your career or gettin No matter if you’re early in your career or getting ready to retire, the upcoming CalPERS Benefits Education Event in Santa Clara has something for everyone.

Learn valuable information, meet CalPERS experts, and get answers to your questions.

And to better serve our diverse membership, we’re including two Spanish-language sessions at this year’s event.

Register for free at the link in our bio.
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CEO Report | Wednesday, June 17, 2026
00:00 Live Stream Begins
01:08 - Risk and Audit Committee
01:32:07 - Closed Session
01:47:44 - Risk and Audit Committee Adjourns
02:02:37 - Finance and Administration Committee 
02:17:52 - Finance and Administration Committee Adjourns
02:28:08 - Board Governance Committee 
02:36:18 - Board Governance Committee Adjourns
02:53:17 - Board of Administration Part I
03:05:52 - Chief Executive Officer Report
03:14:49 - Board of Administration Part II
04:09:02 - Closed Session
04:38:54 - Board of Administration Adjourns
Risk and Audit Committee | Wednesday, June 17 2026

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