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OCERS Celebrates Groundbreaking of Future Headquarters
On April 15, 2026, the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) celebrated the groundbreaking of its future headquarters in Santa Ana, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s history.
The Replacement Headquarters Project reflects OCERS’ long-term commitment to serving its more than 55,000 members, retirees, beneficiaries, and participating employers. The new building is designed to support the organization’s evolving operational needs; it will provide a modern, sustainable, and collaborative workplace that enhances service delivery and positions OCERS for continued success in the decades ahead.
The groundbreaking ceremony brought together members of the Board of Retirement, executive leadership, staff, project partners, participating employers, and community leaders to commemorate the occasion. The event celebrated not only the start of construction but also a shared vision for OCERS’s future and its mission to provide retirement security for those it serves.
OCERS extends its gratitude to all who have contributed to the planning, design, and development of this transformative project. As construction moves forward, the organization looks forward to bringing this vision to life and creating a facility that will support its mission for generations to come.
Video Link: https://youtu.be/gv28iQBNvKM
Photos from the event: Groundbreaking event photos
OCERS Board of Retirement Members Reappointed by Board of Supervisors
Media Release: October 19, 2022
At its regular meeting held on October 18, 2022, the Orange County Board of Supervisors took actions certifying the forthcoming terms of five members who serve on the OCERS Board of Retirement.
Customer Service Update
March 14, 2022
The last two years have been a challenging time for all our members, including the dedicated staff here at OCERS. Throughout the two-year pandemic, our team has continued to serve members via the myOCERS member portal, over the phone, as well as using tools such as the website, online seminars, email and traditional mail.
Even as the nation slowly returns to normal, OCERS’ staff has been faced by another challenge – a record-setting number of retirements.
OCERS’ Human Resources Team Brings ‘Goodwill’ To Area Veterans
April 14, 2022
As part of OCERS’ Talent Management Strategy to “recruit, retain and inspire a high performing workforce,” OCERS’ Human Resources department is sharing its message with the community about how the $22.5 billion retirement system is a great place to embark on a career in public service.
Secure Drop Box Installed In OCERS Lobby
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, OCERS’ staff is working remotely and is available during all regular business hours (8 a.m.-5 p.m.), Monday-Friday. The OCERS team is assisting members with all their retirement needs over the phone during this period.
Additionally, OCERS has installed a secure Drop Box for your convenience. You can now drop off paperwork, correspondence, and parcels that are within 11.5 x 7.3 x 9.3 inches in size
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Alameda Case Update
August 19, 2020
The California Supreme Court issued an opinion on July 30 in what is known as the “Alameda” case (Alameda County Deputy Sheriffs Association et al v. Alameda County Employees Retirement Association and Board of Retirement of ACERA (S247095).