LACERS Actuarial Valuation Gives Financial Snapshot
Every year at about this time the LACERS annual actuarial valuation is published. The valuation gives an important snap shot of how LACERS is doing and what the City’s annual contribution rate will be for the following fiscal year. Following are some interesting things I found in this year’s valuation (for fiscal year ending June […]
Change It Up
“It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” -Charles Darwin Here we are, in what my Gen Z friends call the “Bers” (a slang short for berserk, most likely meaning describing someone who is acting in a frenzied, uncontrolled or extremely excited […]
Warm Wishes for a Joyful Holiday Season
As 2025 draws to a close, the Retired Los Angeles City Employees, Inc. (RLACEI) board extends heartfelt holiday greetings to all Retired City employees and their families. This season offers a special opportunity to pause, reflect and appreciate retirement. The board recognizes the many contributions our retirees have made throughout the City of Los Angeles, […]
Moore to Chief
On Nov. 14, department veteran Jaime Moore was confirmed by the City Council as the next Chief of the Fire Dept. He had been nominated by Karen Bass Oct. 24. Chief Moore becomes the second permanent Latino Fire Chief in the City’s history and the first bilingual leader to hold the position. The department veteran […]
Read All About It: It’s the Holidays!
Library: Here is a selection of books reflecting some of the Library’s suggestions for the winter holidays. If your favorite holiday isn’t represented, feel free to email children@lapl.org, and the Librarians can help. Happy Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa to all, and to all a good night! Reading Recommendations by: Literature and Fiction Dept., Los Angeles […]
Arlene On The Scene! Sacramento Dept. Motor Vehicles
Arlene and Lupe Lira, Director of Retail and Ecommerce, wrapped up their first week in Sacramento at the California Dept. of Motor Vehicles on Aug. 30. The Club welcomed some of its newest Club Members and connected with current Members!
Be Ready for the Unexpected: The Club’s Popular Accident Plan
Preparing for accidents is simple with the Club’s trusted Accident Plan.
Cody to Battalion Chief
AMADOR COUNTY CAPT.CODY MARTINSEN HASBEEN PROMOTED TOBATTALION CHIEF IN THE CAMINO EMERGENCY COMMAND CENTER. His fire service career began in 2007 with the Jackson Fire Dept., where he served as a Fire Captain, Training Officer, and interim Fire Chief. He joined CAL FIRE in 2020 as a Fire Captain at Pine Grove Youth Conservation Camp […]
Baby, Bonnett
SGT. HELPS DELIVER A BABY ON THE FREEWAY. On Oct. 21 during the overnight detail, CHP/ Stockton Sgt. Heather Bonnett delivered a baby. Sgt. Bonnett used her medical training and an OB kit from her patrol car to help deliver a baby boy. A mother herself, she had never helped deliver a baby, she said. […]
Celebrating in Central California
On Oct. 17, the Club’s Mobile Team visited Chowchilla to help celebrate the Central California Women’s Facility’s Trunk or Treat event. This festive occasion brought together staff, families and the community for an evening filled with connection, creativity and Halloween fun. It was more than just a celebration. The Club’s popular Mobile Team connected with […]