Minnesota PERA

Minnesota PERA Public Employees Retirement Association Finally, PERA oversees a lump-sum defined benefit fund for volunteer firefighters in the state.

Established in 1931, PERA administers three statewide retirement plans providing defined benefit plan coverage to employees of local governments and school districts, as well as the the Minneapolis Employees Retirement Fund. The Association also manages a statewide retirement plan providing defined contribution (DCP) coverage to elected officials, city managers, and ambulance service and medical p

ersonnel. All these programs are qualified retirement plans under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.

In celebration of Juneteenth, PERA will be closed on Friday, June 19.
06/12/2026

In celebration of Juneteenth, PERA will be closed on Friday, June 19.

In observance of Memorial Day, PERA will be closed Monday, May 25.
05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, PERA will be closed Monday, May 25.

Happy Public Service Recognition Week!PERA would like to take a moment to honor all of the public employees whose hard w...
05/08/2026

Happy Public Service Recognition Week!

PERA would like to take a moment to honor all of the public employees whose hard work and dedication makes Minnesota a great place to live. Thank you for your service and for helping to shape a better future for Minnesotans!

PERA is hitting the road this spring and summer to present in-person education programs! We will be visiting various loc...
05/01/2026

PERA is hitting the road this spring and summer to present in-person education programs! We will be visiting various locations, including Mankato, Stillwater, and Maple Grove.

You can view the full list of dates and locations at https://www.mnpera.org/summer-2026-member-programs

Planning to retire this summer? Get the process started now by attending a Ready to Retire webinar! Ready to Retire is m...
04/17/2026

Planning to retire this summer? Get the process started now by attending a Ready to Retire webinar! Ready to Retire is meant for members within a year of retirement, and covers the application process step-by-step.

To register for a webinar, head to https://www.mnpera.org/resources/member-education

PERA will be hitting the road this spring and summer to host in-person education programs! We will be visiting locations...
03/26/2026

PERA will be hitting the road this spring and summer to host in-person education programs! We will be visiting locations such as Minnetonka, Detroit Lakes, Duluth, and Apple Valley.

For a full list of locations and dates, visit https://www.mnpera.org/summer-2026-member-programs

Current benefit recipients, please note your March payment will be deposited on Monday, March 2.
02/27/2026

Current benefit recipients, please note your March payment will be deposited on Monday, March 2.

Registration for our spring programs starts today! Whether you're new to public service or nearing retirement, PERA has ...
02/20/2026

Registration for our spring programs starts today! Whether you're new to public service or nearing retirement, PERA has an educational program that's right for you.

Find a session that works for you at https://mnpera.org/resources/member-education

PERA will be closed for Presidents' Day on Monday, February 16.
02/13/2026

PERA will be closed for Presidents' Day on Monday, February 16.

Address

60 Empire Drive, Ste 200
Saint Paul, MN
55103

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16512967460

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