Retirement
We are the fiduciary for Boston Retirement System, a governmental defined benefit plan.
We are a fiduciary for Boston Retirement System by virtue of the City of Boston accepting the enactment of Massachusetts General laws Chapter 32 which governs Massachusetts' pensions.
Our board serves members and retirees of all City departments, the Boston Redevelopment Authority, the Boston Housing Authority, the Public Health Commission, and the Boston Water and Sewer Commission. We consist of:
- two members elected by active and retired members of the system
- the City Auditor as ex officio
- one member appointed by the Mayor of Boston, and
- one member who is elected by the other four members of the Board.
Contact
617-635-4311
1 City Hall Square
Room 816
Boston, MA 02201-2038
United States
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Retirement System Board Meetings
We hold board meetings on the third Wednesday of every month, starting at 10 a.m.
Retirement help
We have information, resources, and tips to help guide you through the retirement process.
How the Boston Retirement System works
Learn more about public service retirement benefits.
Your retirement options
You collect benefits after you retire or leave your public service job.
Retirement forms
Find links to forms you may need before and after your retirement.
Retirement System contacts
We also put together a list of contacts if you have questions.
When you can expect your retirement check
Find out when we will send your next retirement check to you.
Financials and Investments
Valuation Reports
Financial Statements
Performance Reports
More resources
Retirement guide for pre-4/2/12 members
Retirement guide for post-4/1/12 members
Social Security waiver form
Mass. General Laws on Retirement Systems and Pensions
Additional public employee retirement guides