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Join us on December 2 at Castaway Burbank for a festive lunch, holiday cheer, and giving back!✨ Only $49 with your RELAC membership.Bring a new unwrapped toy for the Spark of Love Campaign.

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On behalf of RELAC, we are pleased to offer the attached, full-length video of the “Finances of Estate Planning” webinar held on October 7, 2025 with David Chung, Investment Advisor at Logic Wealth Management. Video 2 contains highlights from the event.
Your comments are welcomed at [email protected].
We will continue to offer webinars of interest to RELAC members.
Linda C. Hopkins,
President

RELAC members were featured on the Jumbotron at Dodger Stadium during RELAC Dodger Night on August 15, 2025. Check out the video!

On behalf of RELAC, we are pleased to offer the attached, full-length video of our first financial webinar, held on August 19, 2025 in partnership with First City Credit Union. Video 2 contains highlights from the event. Your comments are welcomed at [email protected].
We will continue to offer webinars of interest to RELAC members.
Linda C. Hopkins,
President

This Spring, RELAC is proud to launch a food bank drive to support veterans and military families in need.
As we honor the service and sacrifices of those who have bravely defended our nation, we invite you to make a meaningful impact by making a monetary contribution.
RELAC is encouraging members to support their local food bank. Your donation can provide meals to struggling families, seniors, and fellow Veterans in our communities.
You can also donate in honor or in memory of a veteran—a powerful way to recognize someone who has served and to carry their legacy forward. Whether it’s a family member, friend, or fellow RELAC member, your tribute can bring hope and comfort to another veteran in need.
Why give?

1 in 6 people in Los Angeles County faces food insecurity

Many Veterans experience hardship and rely on food banks for support

Just $1 can provide multiple meals to someone in need

Let’s show our continued commitment to those who have given so much for our freedom. Every donation, big or small, helps feed a hero.

Make your donation today , and consider dedicating it to a Veteran who made a difference in your life.

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Together, we can fight hunger and honor heroes.

RELAC’s 2025 March for Babies campaign has come to a close. Thank you all for your generous donations. We know the power of public service, and this is one more way we can serve — by giving hope, health, and a better future to moms and babies in need.
Stay tuned for updates on RELAC’s 2026 March for Babies campaign.

Last Thursday, RELAC members gathered at the Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area for the Spring 2025 RELAC General Membership Meeting.
We were joined by Tim Brown of the National Association of Counties for an informational presentation on RELAC supplemental benefits offered through MetLife. This was an engaging session with great questions from RELAC members.
We thought that this might be a valuable resource for all of our membership, so we are sharing the recording of the presentation below.

We hope to see you at an upcoming RELAC event!

After a 40+ year battle, we have eliminated the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) through the Social Security Fairness Act. RELAC was there every step of the way, and we will continue to support you.

The Social Security Administration has committed to...

Updating and processing in stages beginning in late February.
Monthly benefits being paid one month after (e.g. February’s payment arrives in March).
Retroactive benefits being issued in a lump sum before your monthly benefit is adjusted.
Sending two notices, one confirming the removal of WEP/GPO and another reflecting your updated benefit amount.

What you should do...

Verify or update your mailing address and direct deposit information at www.ssa.gov/myaccount.
Visit www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement/social-security-fairness-act.html.
Keep a close eye out for updates from the Social Security Administration.

The repeal of the GPO and WEP is a momentous achievement for retired civil servants nationwide. We are proud that RELAC and its membership had a role in the advocacy that led to this historic repeal. RELAC will always fight for what you deserve, and together, we can win!
Thank you for your membership and support as we continue our work on this vital mission.

The L.A. County Assessor’s Office needs the assistance of any retiree who has worked for the assessor in any capacity (including appraisers, GIS techs, administrative staff, etc.) for disaster relief and recovery efforts.
With over 16,000 affected properties, the Assessor’s Office’s current resources will not be enough to meet the workload.
How You Can Help
The Assessor’s Office is looking to bring back retirees under the 120-Day Retiree Rehire Program. The Assessor’s Office seeks your expertise for misfortune and calamity work to relieve the burden on active staff and allow them to perform essential work to assist those affected by the fires.
Your expertise and assistance will make a significant impact in managing this critical situation.
Ready to Help?
If you are available and want to provide your skills for this vital work, please click the button below to complete the interest form.
 

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Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact El Cid De Ramus at (213) 249-1908 or [email protected].
For information on the 120-Day Retiree Rehire Program, please click here.