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The OPERS Board approved emergency rules on August 15, 2019. See the links below for more details. Chapter 10 – Rules and Amendments Chapter 10 - Rule Impact Statement Chapter 40 – Rules and Amendments Chapter 40 - Rule Impact Statement Statutes and Administrative...

How are you preparing yourself for retirement? OPERS has develop retirement education seminars for OPERS members. The overarching goal of these programs is to help you be more prepared to maximize your well-being in retirement. Think about that for a moment –...

The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to OPERS and the URSJJ by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form...

Most save for retirement in tax-deferred retirement accounts; meaning we delay paying taxes on those dollars until we take distributions in retirement. These dollars accumulate and grow, but they can’t stay tax-deferred forever. At a certain point, you must start...

Spend Less Than You Earn Do you spend each month wondering where all your money has gone? If your paycheck keeps disappearing before you have put anything into your savings, it’s time for a budget. A budget reminds us of a simple truth – we all must spend less than we...

Paul Thompson has been named the OPERS Deputy Executive Director. “Paul brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this position, and we are thrilled to have him in this leadership role,” says Joe Fox, OPERS Executive Director. As the agency moves forward in...

Summer has finally arrived! It’s time to fire up the grill, pack the swim suits, and head out for some well-deserved relaxation. With a few good habits, you can make it a summer full of only fun memories. Below are five reminders for a safe and healthy summer. Drink...

From savoring produce at the peak of freshness to meeting the people who grow your food, there are countless reasons to support farmers markets. Here are just a few!Taste Real FlavorsThe fruits and vegetables you buy at the farmers market are among the freshest and...

You work hard tucking away money into savings with sights set on a comfortable retirement. Unfortunately, there are some who see your savings as a target for easy money. Taking these five steps can help you dodge common traps and safeguard your financial future. Be...

The Tulsa Pre-Retirement seminar scheduled for Thursday, February 7th has been canceled due to hazardous weather and road conditions. Our next Tulsa seminar will be on Thursday, March 21st. We will do our best to accommodate all those interested in attending the March...