Retirement Benefits
Pension & Deferred Compensation Income, Insurance & Lifestyle Support
Pension Governance (ERS & OBRA)
The 10-member Pension Board invests the assets of the pension fund and interprets ordinances regarding the pension benefit.
Health & Wellness
Retiree Benefits:
Retirement Planning
Employee Pensions
Employees Retirement System (hired before January 1, 2025) and OBRA (seasonals)
Wisconsin Retirement System (hired after December 31, 2024)
Deferred Compensation
Employees may voluntarily participate in the Empower Deferred Compensation (457b) Plan for more retirement savings.
Retiree Webinars
Featuring - Empower's Maximizing Your Retirement and RPS's Life After Retirement: Income, Lifestyle & Legacy
Monday, October 19 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm (NRSM)
Monday, November 16 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Monday, December 14 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Please note: If registration for a scheduled webinar is low, Retirement Plan Services may cancel its portion of the session. Partner presenters may contact registrants separately regarding their portion of the program. If a webinar is canceled or you are unable to attend, RPS is available to assist with any retirement or pension questions.
From the Desk of the Director - September Edition
Hello Milwaukee County Retirees!
Thank you for reading this edition of the Communicator! I appreciate your continued engagement and hope you find this update helpful as we move into the fall season. As usual, I have a few updates from around the team this month.
As indicated in last month’s newsletter, our team is preparing for an upcoming Relocation around February 2027 to: 648 N. Plankinton Avenue, Suite 270, Milwaukee, WI 53203. We are working closely with the project team to ensure a smooth transition and will continue to share updates as plans progress. If we anticipate any changes to services or temporary disruptions, we will communicate those details promptly. In addition, we plan to provide clear instructions on accessing in‑person services at least one month prior to the relocation.
I’m also excited to announce the return of National Retirement Security Month (NRSM)! October brings NRSM, and we’re excited to celebrate with you once again. We are partnering with Empower Retirement to offer a series of engaging webinars and informative articles tailored for both employees and retirees. These resources are designed to help you stay informed, confident, and empowered in your retirement planning. Details about upcoming webinars and educational opportunities can be found on our website: County.Milwaukee.Gov/Retirement.
If you have any questions about your pension, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at
414-278-4207 or [email protected].
Previous Editions
Milwaukee County Pension Board
Members
- Jeremy Lucas, Chairperson
- Anthony Johnson, Vice Chairperson
- Adam Abelson
- Mark Grady
- Montrell Hobbs
- Paula Johnson - Boorse
Contact info for all board members can be found in Pension Board Members.
View the full list of 2026 Pension Board Meeting Dates.
Meetings are conducted virtually unless otherwise noted. Refer to meeting agendas for information on how to access meetings.
Contact [email protected] for Pension Board meeting minutes and agendas from prior months.
Current Meeting Minutes & Agendas
Board Meeting
- September 23, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
- August 26, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
- June 24, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
- May 20, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
Investment Committee Meeting
- September 15, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
- May 12, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
- February 10, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
Actuarial, Audit & Risk Committee Meeting
Governance Committee
- August 26, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
- July 14, 2026: Agenda | RESCHEDULED
- February 5, 2026: Special Meeting: Agenda | Minutes
- January 15, 2026: Agenda | Minutes
Appeals & Rules Committee
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: TBD
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.
Retirements Processed
Congratulations to our August 2026 Retirees!
- Tabatha Blomberg
- Michelle Brandemuehl
- Patricia Carravetta
- Yolanda Farrell
- Terri Goudy
- Karen Grzybowski
- Audrey Johnson
- Marlon Roberson
- Teresa Seidel
- Brent Smoot
- Barbara Walker-Morgan
Congratulations to our July 2026 Retirees!
- Charles Baker
- Joe Baskerville
- Gwenette Bates
- Joseph Bilty
- Kimberly Davidson
- William Domina
- William Hoffmann
- William Lafleur
- Julie Leskovar
- Calvin Lewis
- Roslyn Lott
- Jamison McNaughton
- Michelle Mosley
- Jon Peterson
- David Seel
- Leon Wells
- Carolyn Williams
Congratulations to our June 2026 Retirees!
- Cowanda Addison
- Edwina Akindele-Obe
- Catrina Averhart
- Angela Dickerson
- Sue Drummond
- Anthony Elam
- Barbara Eucalano
- Dawn Fleuchaus
- Carl Hauski
- Jory Hawthorne
- Jason Hodel
- Brenda Jines
- Jill Knight
- Thomas Naunheim
- Stephanie Pratt
- Mary Putaraksa
- Sonya Tatum
- Brenda Williams
Upcoming 2026 Monthly Payment Processing Dates
- October 30, 2026
- November 30, 2026
- December 31, 2026
Contribution Withdrawal Payments
Generally, completed forms received by the 15th of a month are processed the first Thursday of the following month.
Completed forms received after the 15th of a month are processed the third Thursday of the following month.
Contact RPS if you have questions about your specific payment timing.
When are pension payments issued?
Monthly pension payments are issued on the last business day of the month. If you have not received your monthly pension payment, please allow three to five business days for your bank to process the funds. If three to five days have passed and you have not received your monthly pension payment, contact Retirement Plan Services at [email protected].
What do I do if I do not receive my monthly pension payment?
If you have not received your monthly pension payment, please allow three to five business days for your bank to process the funds. If three to five days have passed and you have not received your monthly pension payment, contact Retirement Plan Services.
If you have switched banks and have not updated your direct deposit information, contact Retirement Plan Services to have the account information updated and the payment reissued.
How do I update my direct deposit information?
Complete and submit a Direct Deposit Form to update your direct deposit information. You may print the form from our website, or contact Retirement Plan Services to receive a copy of the form. All updates to direct deposit information must be submitted in writing. We cannot update account information over the phone.
Can I receive a paper check?
To ensure your privacy and enhance payment security, we do not issue paper checks. As an alternative to direct deposit, you may request to receive your pension payment on a Focus Card.