Retirement Benefits

From the Desk of the Director - May Edition

Hello Milwaukee County retirees!

Thank you for reading this edition of The Communicator! I hope this message finds you well as we move into the summer season. I’d like to share some important updates from our team.

As part of Milwaukee County’s Investing in Justice project, the RPS team is still expected to relocate in late 2026 or early 2027. At this time, a final location and confirmed move date have not yet been determined. We understand that many of you follow these updates closely, and you can continue to track project developments through Milwaukee County Board meetings file 26-425. We will share final details with you as soon as they are available.

I’d also like to thank you sincerely for your patience in late April, when a correction to our federal tax withholding tables affected several hundred retirees. As County employees serving you and the public, we take our responsibilities very seriously. Your trust matters deeply to us, and we remain committed to transparency, accuracy, and clear communication in all aspects of our work. We understand that any unexpected change can cause concern, and we appreciate the understanding while we worked quickly to make the necessary adjustments.

As this newsletter arrives near the end of May, I want to recognize two important observances. Our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day, a time to reflect on and honor the service members who gave their lives in service to our country, and Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom and a reminder of the ongoing importance of equality, justice, and community.

We pause with gratitude and reflection during both of these meaningful holidays.

Previous Editions

• April Communicator
• March Communicator
• February Communicator

Pension Board Committees

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee reviews investments, asset allocation, portfolio performance by investment managers, and investment policy. The operation of this committee is fundamental to the investment performance of the pension fund.

Committee Chairperson: Trustee Anthony Johnson

Actuarial, Audit & Risk Committee

The Actuarial Audit and Risk Committee oversees the internal audit activities and services, whether by outside auditors of Milwaukee County. Responsibility includes working with audit or actuarial firms as well as providing for review and recommendations to the Pension Board.

Committee Chairperson: Trustee Joshua Benson

Appeals & Rules Committee

The Appeals and Rules Committee provides hearings for members appealing determinations by RPS. Reviews rules and proposed changes. The committee forwards recommendations for Pension Board consideration on the matters heard by the committee.

Committee Chairperson: Trustee Adam Abelson

Governance Committee

The Governance Committee reviews board and committee charters, provides board member training, evaluation, and education, communicates with stakeholders, which includes policy makers, retirees, vested members, Retirement Plan Services, and those affected by Pension Board policy and operation. Provides Pension Board and RPS strategic planning.

Committee Chairperson: Trustee Adam Abelson

View the full list of 2026 Pension Board Meeting Dates.