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Retirement Eligibility
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The Pittsfield Contributory Retirement System is governed under one retirement law – Chapter 32 of the Massachusetts General Laws – which establishes benefits, contribution requirements, and an accounting and funds structure. It is mandatory for nearly all public employees who are regularly employed on a full-time basis. Exceptions are: elected officials, state officials appointed by the Governor, and dentists or physicians employed as hospital interns. Member contributions vary depending on the most recent date of membership and are based on regular compensation:
| Prior to 1/1/75 |
5% |
| 1//1/75 - 12/31/83 |
7% |
| 1/1/84 - 06/30/96 |
8% |
| 7/1/96 - Present |
9% |
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| 1/1/79 |
an additional 2% on amounts
in excess of $30,000 |
Retirement Eligibility
Ten years of creditable service at age 55
or
Retire at any age with 20 years of creditable service
Board Members
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| Ex Officio: |
Susan M. Carmel |
| Mayoral Appointment: |
Edward Reilly |
| Elected Member: |
Gerard E. Miller, Chairman |
| Elected Member: |
Timothy A. Hannigan |
| Fifth Member: |
James J. Mooney |
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STAFF
Executive Director:
Karen L. Lancto
Administrative Assistant:
Heather McKillop
Contact Information
114 Fenn Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Phone: (413)499-9468
Fax: (413)499-9328
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