San Francisco Employees' Retirement System - SFERS

Sign up for the final webinar in our series covering the San Francisco Deferred Compensation Plan (SFDCP). During this informative session, learn about voluntary contributions toward retirement savings, lump-sum vacation rollovers, distribution options, taxes, and more. The SFDCP is available to most City employees. Sign up using this link: c91715a8-b403-450b-85d7-cb01bbfe71c9@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/c91715a8-b403-450b-85d7-cb01bbfe71c9@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f

Congratulations on your retirement! Learn what happens next by attending the SFERS After Retirement Webinar. This session will cover final benefit calculations, setting up a direct deposit, working after Retirement, COLAs, and survivor benefits. Reserve your spot using the link below! 05052d6b-03be-4084-b249-f10babbf47d4@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/05052d6b-03be-4084-b249-f10babbf47d4@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f

Are you ready to begin your retirement application? Sign up for our next webinar, where we will give an overview of the entire process, including the retirement counseling appointment, choosing your retirement date, estimating your final benefit, choosing a benefit payment option, taxes, lump-sum vacation payout to the SFDCP, and applying for retiree healthcare, Social Security benefits, and Medicare. Follow the link below to reserve your spot! 221a66eb-41c0-490e-ae29-dd86ce502e3e@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/221a66eb-41c0-490e-ae29-dd86ce502e3e@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f

Join SFERS' One Year from Retirement webinar to learn what you need to do to prepare to retire, the resources available to enhance your pension, the types of retirement benefits we offer, and benefits from partner agencies. After the webinar, we will host a 15-minute demonstration of the SFERS benefits calculators. The demonstration is for informational purposes only, and participation is voluntary. Sign up using the link below! 415e80c6-1e44-4af7-b954-b5a4cc8cf774@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/415e80c6-1e44-4af7-b954-b5a4cc8cf774@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f

Are you five years away from retirement? Discover the steps to take to be "Retirement Ready" by attending this webinar. During this session, we will review the steps to prepare for retirement, help you understand how your pension is calculated, and uncover strategies to maximize your retirement income. Register using the link below. 784914bc-6ef3-4e16-82c6-37b5b60de671@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/784914bc-6ef3-4e16-82c6-37b5b60de671@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f

Discover what it means to be "retirement ready". Join us at the SFERS Path to Retirement Webinar. In this webinar, you will learn about your SFERS benefits and how to find the information you need to navigate your retirement journey.
This webinar is conveniently offered via MS Teams. There is no fee to attend. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. 1cd16086-cf4a-4852-a35d-7a40c48f043d@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/1cd16086-cf4a-4852-a35d-7a40c48f043d@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f

Are you a new San Francisco Employees' Retirement System (SFERS) member? Join the New Member Webinar. During this session, you will learn about SFERS, including the retirement benefits available to you as a member, and resources to help you plan for your future retirement. Follow the link below to reserve your spot today! 00a40d2e-f6c4-485d-9616-f5f5e78ec368@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/00a40d2e-f6c4-485d-9616-f5f5e78ec368@22d5c2cf-ce3e-443d-9a7f-dfcc0231f73f

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, SFERS offices are closed on Monday, Jan. 19. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Access online resources 24/7 --
www.mysfers.org

The SFERS website, www.mysfers.org, will undergo scheduled maintenance on Thursday Janurary, 15, from 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Website visitors may experience service interruptions during this time.

Congratulations to SFERS' CEO & CIO Alison Romano for being named to the Elite Institutional CIOs for 2026!

Market Group’s Elite Institutional CIOs have excelled amid shifting macroeconomic conditions, geopolitical complexity, evolving risk frameworks, and rising stakeholder expectations. They continue to strengthen long-term resilience, elevate portfolio construction and governance standards, and steward capital with purpose and accountability.

The 2026 edition highlights seasoned CIOs who each delivered measurable impact, whether by building high-performing investment teams, enhancing decision-making frameworks, or driving alignment in performance. See the full list here. https://www.marketsgroup.org/news/research/2026-elite-institutional-cios-part-6

It’s a new year and the perfect time to take action on your path to retirement. Follow the link to see 5 things you can do today to help you along your retirement journey. https://mysfers.org/five-tips-from-sfers-to-start-the-new-year-on-the-right-foot/

Happy Holidays from your friends at SFERS!

Our offices will be closed on December 25 and January 1.

You can still access valuable resources and information 24/7 on our website: www.mysfers.org