FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I have to contribute throughout my employment?

Yes.. unless you joined ACERA on or before March 6, 1973 and have been classified a 30-year member. 30-year member: An employee who has been a continuously contributing member of ACERA and/or a reciprocal public retirement association since March 6, 1973, and who has completed thirty (30) years of qualifying service, is considered a 30-year member and will make no further contributions towards his/her retirement. An employee who became a contributing member of ACERA after March 6, 1973, is not considered a 30-year member (even though he/she may have 30 years of qualifying service) and will continue to make contributions for as long as he/she is employed and a member of ACERA.