Date & Time: Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Location: Online (Zoom)
This webinar is designed for public safety professionals in Arizona who are within 3-5 years of retirement. We will cover the major financial decisions you face as you transition from active service to retirement.
Topics Covered
- **DROP Program**: How it works, when to enter, what happens to your DROP account
- **Pension Elections**: Normal vs excess benefit, survivor options, cost-of-living adjustments
- **Health Insurance**: Transitioning from your employer plan to Medicare, COBRA, and retiree health benefits
- **Social Security**: When to claim, how WEP and GPO may affect your benefit
- **Tax Planning**: How your pension and other income sources are taxed in retirement
Who Should Attend
This session is most relevant for firefighters, law enforcement officers, and other PSPRS members who are nearing retirement and want to understand the key decisions ahead. Spouses are encouraged to attend.
What to Expect
The webinar will be educational only -- we will explain how the programs and elections work, but we will not provide individual advice. There will be time for Q&A at the end. Attendance is free, and you are not required to become a client.
Registration
Space is limited to 50 participants. Register at the link above. You will receive a Zoom link 24 hours before the event.