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Reminder: Update mailing address on file with your employer
March 28, 2024
The elections for General Membership Trustee and Safety Membership Trustee (including the Alternate Safety Trustee) will take place on June 18, 2024. Starting on May 13th, all members will receive their ballots via mail. To ensure receipt of these mailers, please verify with your employer that your address on file is current.
Election Notices for General Member and Safety Member for the OCERS Board of Retirement
March 5, 2024
Notices regarding the upcoming OCERS Board of Retirement election have been mailed out. This election will determine the individuals who will serve as the General Membership Trustee and Safety Membership Trustee (as well as the Alternate Safety Trustee). The terms for these positions span three years, commencing on January 01, 2025, and concluding on December 31, 2027.
March is Women’s History Month
March 1, 2024
March marks Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. At the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS), this month holds special significance as we proudly showcase the diverse talents of our female employees.
Celebrating Government Communicators
February 24, 2024
On #GovernmentCommunicationsDay, OCERS recognizes and celebrates the dedicated government communicators who have made it their mission to inform, educate, and engage members and stakeholders year-round.
Internal Audit Department Earns Highest Rating for External Quality Assessment Review
February 14, 2024
The Orange County Employees Retirement System Internal Audit Team was recently recognized by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) for its hard work and dedication. The team earned the IIA’s highest rating for an external quality assessment review and was awarded a plaque for diligently fulfilling the stringent quality assessment requirements.
Finance Department Secures Three Awards for Financial Reporting Excellence
February 5, 2024
We’re thrilled to announce that our Finance Department has secured three prestigious awards earlier this year.
GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting:
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to Orange County Employees Retirement System for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022.
Happy New Year from Team OCERS
December 29, 2023
Happy New Year from all of us at Team OCERS! We wish you joy and prosperity in 2024!
To our valued members, agency partners and stakeholders, thank you for being an integral part of #TeamOCERS. Here’s to a year ahead filled with shared happiness, success, and meaningful experiences.
Cheers! #HappyNewYear #RetireWithOCERS
OCERS’ CIO on 2023 Power 100 List
November 7, 2023
We are proud to announce that OCERS Chief Investment Officer Molly Murphy has been honored with a coveted spot on the Chief Investment Officer’s Magazine 2023 Power 100 List, recognizing top investment officers.
Since 2010, Chief Investment Officer, an ISS Media brand, has recognized institutional asset owners, asset managers, and consultants who serve them with its annual Industry Innovation Awards.
OCERS Appoints Manuel D. Serpa as its New General Counsel
October 5, 2023
The Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Manuel D. Serpa as its new General Counsel, succeeding retired General Counsel Ms. Gina Ratto.
Mr. Serpa expressed his enthusiasm for the new role, stating, “I am honored to have this opportunity to lead the OCERS legal team. My primary objective is to help OCERS achieve its strategic goals in service to its membership while upholding its legal obligations.”
OCERS Announces Strong Preliminary Portfolio Investment Returns as of June 30, 2023
August 8, 2023
At its most recent Board Meeting in July, OCERS’ Chief Investment Officer, Molly Murphy, reported impressive preliminary portfolio investment returns for the period ended June 30, 2023. Year-to-date, the portfolio rose 6.43%, net of fees, with returns of 6.65% and 7.25% for the trailing one- and five-year periods.