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1. Information on Defined Contribution Plans
   • LCPR Memo on Defined Contribution Plans
     • Susan Lenczewski, Executive Director, LCPR
        
2. How Required Contributions are Determined and Related Funding Topics
   • Rose Hennessy-Allen, Pension Division Director, Office of the State Auditor
   • Doug Anderson, Executive Director, PERA
      
3. Information on Vesting Schedules and Retention
   • Workforce Turnover and Retention in the Public Sector: Insights from Public Pension Plans, National Institute on Retirement Security (Oct. 1, 2026)
     • Doug Anderson, Executive Director, PERA
        
4. Impact of 10-Year Vesting Schedule
   • Updated spreadsheet of the impact of shortening the vesting schedule to 10 years for relief associations
     • Rose Hennessy-Allen, Pension Division Director, Office of the State Auditor
   • Study prepared by Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company
     • Doug Anderson, Executive Director, PERA
        
5. Results of the Questionnaire
   • Workbook of questionnaire data
   • Spreadsheet of funding information for fire departments with EMPs who do not receive retirement benefits
     • Aleena Wilson, Analyst, LCPR
        
6. Discussion of Initial Determinations and Recommendations of the Work Group
   • Mandated Topics for Consideration and Determination (dated Oct. 29, 2026)
      
7. Preparation of the Work Group Report (as time permits)
   • Report Assignments
      
8. Future Meeting Dates and Times
    
9. Adjourn

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