Colorado School and Public Employees Retirement Association

06/15/2026

Good health and good sense are two of life's greatest blessings!

06/12/2026

🚑 Lost your insurance benefits? We got them back for you! Did you know, this is one of the main advantages of being a CSPERA member?

Thanks to our trusted partner, AMBA, members are eligible for exclusive supplemental insurance. You can get special group rates on dental, vision, long-term care, home healthcare, cancer, heart, stroke, life insurance, and other policies.

If you’ve had trouble getting supplemental insurance you need at a reasonable rate, here’s the answer! Best of all, it's easy - enroll online or by phone. Contact AMBA direct for assistance with your policy.

A direct link can be found here: https://www.cspera.org/benefits

06/10/2026

A live feed from a Walk & Talk with Executive Director Debi Hunter Holen and special guest! Volume Up!

06/10/2026

News You Can Use:

In 1988, PRSEA (Poudre Retired School Employees Association) awarded two local high school seniors scholarships of $500 each to attend Front Range Community College (FRCC). Thus began a 38 year tradition of supporting hard working, talented young people who'd overcome obstacles to complete their high school education. In the past 38 years, both the amount awarded and number of recipients have increased: 115 students have received scholarships totaling over $200,000.

This spring we awarded eight local high school seniors $4,000 each to support their first year at FRCC. These outstanding young people have demonstrated strong work ethic, perseverance, and academic achievements including earning college credits, all in the face of personal challenges. Some will be the first in their families to attend college, and several have held part time jobs. The career interests of the 2026 recipients are diverse, and include dental hygiene, social work, digital animation, forensic science, nursing, welding, and business. All are so appreciative of the scholarships and opportunity to continue their education. As one recipient wrote, “Thank you so very much for your generous support and for believing in me. I will never forget about this amazing opportunity you gave me, and I hope to one day be able to give this same opportunity to someone, as you did for me.” Members of the committee were able to celebrate with each recipient at their school with gift bags and in-person congratulations.

Thanks to the scholarship committee, composed of Pam Kilness, Laurie Cullor, Bill Smith and Anna Chapell. Their continued dedication in selecting and celebrating recipients is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions about the PRSEA scholarship or the committee, please contact Pam Kilness ([email protected]) or Laurie Cullor ([email protected]), committee chairs.

06/08/2026

Set your reminder! PIKES PEAK SCHOOL AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION MEETING IS THIS WEEK!!

Andrew Roth, PERA Chief Executive Officer/Executive
Director to speak at PPSPERA General Membership

Meeting regarding your PERA funds

What: PPSPERA General Membership Meeting- Important Information
about your PERA funds, how they are performing, and how they are being used

When: June 11,2026 at 11:30 AM

Where: Old Spaghetti Warehouse
3101 New Center Point
Colorado Springs, CO 80922

To register- Text LuAnn Long, President, 719-360-9011

06/05/2026

News You Should Know: Supporters End Ballot Effort for Pinnacol Privatization

Source: https://copera.org/pera-on-the-issues/news-you-should-know-supporters-end-ballot-effort-for-pinnacol-privatization

News You Should Know is a digest of news from publications around the nation about finance, investing, and retirement.

06/04/2026

There have been many suggestions for improving Social Security’s finances, one of which would involve requiring all public employees to participate in Social Security. But that could have major implications for workers, their employers, and ultimately taxpayers. Here's why: https://copera.org/pera-on-the-issues/should-public-employees-be-required-to-participate-in-social-security

A new report argues that mandatory participation could jeopardize existing public retirement plans and lead to additional costs for public employees, their employers, and ultimately taxpayers.

06/03/2026

Updated: 2026 Proposed PERA-Related Legislation Status:

Governor Jared Polis has now signed all six PERA bills that passed during the recently concluded legislative session. Learn More Here: https://copera.org/pera-on-the-issues/2026-proposed-pera-related-legislation-status

Find the latest information on proposed legislation that affects PERA and PERA members and retirees.

06/03/2026

PIKES PEAK SCHOOL AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION:

Andrew Roth, PERA Chief Executive Officer/Executive
Director to speak at PPSPERA General Membership

Meeting regarding your PERA funds

FREE LUNCH FOR THE FIRST 20 REGISTRANTS- There’ s still time to be in the first 20.

What: PPSPERA General Membership Meeting- Important Information
about your PERA funds, how they are performing, and how they are being used

When: June 11,2026 at 11:30 AM

Where: Old Spaghetti Warehouse
3101 New Center Point
Colorado Springs, CO 80922

To register- Text LuAnn Long, President, 719-360-9011

Come and network with fellow PERA retirees. Get your questions answered.