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CTPF December E-NEWS:
Quick Look
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Click on the links for more information.
Find more information on SB1 and the changes to State pension systems that were passed in December 2013.
Get the facts before you make the leap.
Click on the link above for the 2014 pension payment schedule.
 Click here for recent copies of CTPF newsletters, a CTPF Pension Fund Ambassador training session report, and CTPF in the news.
Click on the link above to find information about upcoming CTPF training webinars and seminars.
A recap of important events from now through April.
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  Lawmakers Pass
State Pension Reform Legislation
More Information about Senate Bill 1/PA 98-0599
SB1, State Pension Reform Webinar Online
December 3, 2013, CTPF offered a webinar with information about SB1, State Pension Reform legislation. If you missed the webinar, you can view a recorded version here.
The webinar offered an overview of state pension reform legislation and included a Question and Answer Session conducted by CTPF Executive Director Kevin B. Huber. You can read a summary of the Question and Answer session here.
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CTPF 2014 Retirement Seminars
If you're considering retirement in 2014, please join us for a CTPF retirement seminar. The seminars provide a one-stop shop for retirement information including a general overview of the retirement process, assistance completing forms, and free copy and notary services.
Representatives from CTPF's Member Services Department, the Chicago Public Schools, the Social Security Administration, and financial services firms will also be available to answer individual questions.
Retirement Seminar Registration is now open. Registration is required and seating is limited,
Preparing for Retirement
The sooner you get started, the easier the retirement process will be. Here are three steps you can take right now:
- Visit the retirement readiness website at members.ctpf.org. This site features tools to help you prepare for retirement, including a downloadable retirement application and helpful checklists.
- Organize your required documentation and request any missing vital records. The application, available here, includes a list of required documentation.
- Register your personal e-mail with CTPF. Your CPS e-mail address will terminate when you retire so it's important to share your personal e-mail to stay in touch. Click here to register.
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 CTPF Winter Newsletters Now Available Online
The Winter 2013/2014 CTPF Active and Retiree newsletters are now available.
Find information about the 2013-2014 Board of Trustees, a review of Pension Fund Ambassador activities and opportunities, a calendar of upcoming training events, and more.
Find information on Health Insurance and Medicare rates for 2014, a review of steps you can take to make sure you stay up-to-date with CTPF, a legislative review, and an Ambassador update.
December Pension Fund Ambassador Training
December 19, 2013, CTPF conducted two Ambassador training sessions in the CTPF office. The training events offered the opportunity to learn more about the fund, and demonstrated the resources CTPF has made available for helping members communicate with legislators.
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"Our retirees are well aware of the changes to State of Illinois pensions, and they're concerned about their own retirement security. These seminars help our members understand the legislative process, and how to communicate effectively with legislators," said Jackie Umbles, communications specialist.
Additional seminars and webinars will be held this winter and spring.
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CTPF Board of Trustees President
Jay C. Rehak Featured on the Al Jazeera America TV show, "The Stream"
CTPF Board of Trustees President Jay C. Rehak
had a video clip featured on the Al Jazeera America TV show, "The Stream" which aired Tuesday, December 17, during an episode which reviewed Chicago's pension situation. The program was repeated on Sunday, December 22, 2013, at 11:30 a.m. central time.
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REGISTER TODAY:
Wondering how to get more involved in protecting your pension? Please join us at an Ambassador Training Sessions, designed to help you learn more about your pension and the Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund. You may also want to participate in our webinars which offer timely information about the fund.
Upcoming Ambassador Training
Please note, the material presented during the March and April Ambassador Training Sessions will be repeated. Please only sign up for one of these sessions.
January 22, 2014, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
CTPF Webinar: Writing a Letter to the Editor
Speaking out to share your story is an important way to protect your pension. CTPF Communications Specialist Jackie Umbles will walk you through the process of writing a letter to your local newspaper editor. Click here to register.
February 27, 2014, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
CTPF Webinar: 2014 Economic Impact Statement and Legislative Agenda
This webinar will offer an overview of the fund along with a review of the 2014 Economic Impact Statement, and CTPF's 2014 legislative agenda. Click here to register.
March 11, 2014, 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 1:30 -3:30 p.m.
Ambassador Training
Join us for a hands-on training session designed to help ambassadors learn to use the tools CTPF has available for educating legislators. Training will be conducted in the CTPF office and light refreshments will be provided. Click here to register.
April 15, 2014, 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 1:30 -3:30 p.m.
Join us for a hands-on training session designed to help ambassadors learn to use the tools CTPF has available for educating legislators. Training will be conducted in the CTPF office and light refreshments will be provided. Click here to register.
Training Location
Hands-on Ambassador Training will be held in the CTPF office
Board of Trustees Conference Room
203 North LaSalle Street, suite 2600
Chicago, IL 60601-1231
The CTPF office is easily accessed by public transit and has a parking garage in the building. Additional parking and transit information will be sent with your confirmation.
Please note: the training sessions scheduled for the morning and afternoon feature the same material. Please only register for one of these sessions.
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CALENDAR
Trustee meetings, held in the CTPF office, are open to the public.
Please confirm meeting times/dates at www.ctpf.org.
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New Year's Day holiday, office closed
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9:30 a.m., CTPF Board of Trustees Meeting
20
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, office closed
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4:30 - 5:30 p.m. CTPF Webinar: Writing a Letter to the Editor.
February
12
Lincoln's Birthday, office closed
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9:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. (choose one)
CTPF Retirement Seminar, Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
9333 South Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn. Click here to register.
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President's Day, office closed
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9:30 a.m., CTPF Board of Trustees Meeting
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4:30 - 5:30 p.m., CTPF Webinar: 2014 Economic Impact Statement and Legislative Agenda. Click here to register.
March
3
Casimir Pulaski Day, office closed
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9:30 -11:30 a.m. or 1:30-1:30 p.m. (choose one)
CTPF Ambassador Training Session. Click here to register.
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9:30 a.m., CTPF Board of Trustees Meeting
April
15
9:30 -11:30 a.m. or 1:30-1:30 p.m. (choose one)
CTPF Ambassador Training Session. Click here to register.
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9:00 a.m.
CTPF Retirement Seminar, Thompson Center Auditorium, lower level, 100 West Randolph Street, Chicago. Click here to register.
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9:30 a.m., CTPF Board of Trustees Meeting
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CTPF MISSION STATEMENT
To provide, protect, and enhance the present and future economic well being of members, pensioners and beneficiaries through efficient and effective management of benefit programs, investment practices and customer service, and to commit to earning and keeping the respect and trust of the participants through quality service and by protecting retirement benefits, in compliance with applicable laws and standards.
CTPF BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Lois W. Ashford, vice president
Mary Sharon Reilly, financial secretary
Raymond Wohl, recording secretary
Carlos M. Azcoitia
Jeffery Blackwell
Robert F. Bures
Bernie Eshoo
Tina Padilla
Walter E. Pilditch
Jerry Travlos
Andrea L. Zopp
Kevin B. Huber, executive director
Office/Mailing Information
Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund
203 North LaSalle Street, suite 2600
Chicago, Illinois 60601-1231
312.641.4464 p.
312.641.7185 f.
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