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We Are SBCERA: Sarah Hauser

We Are SBCERA: Sarah Hauser

Meet Sarah Hauser, the Recreation Manager of Hesperia Recreation & Park District.

Born and raised in Hesperia, Sarah grew up playing on the same fields she now manages. From her early days in Hesperia American Little League to her current role, she has dedicated her life to participating in and giving back to the community. As a mom of two boys, Sarah is proud to set an example of hard work and dedication.

“The best part of my job is watching kids grow, develop new skills, and build confidence while having fun,” Sarah said.

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We Are SBCERA: Debby Cherney

 We Are SBCERA: Debby Cherney

Meet Debby Cherney, Chief Executive Officer at SBCERA.

Through Debby’s career, she’s been passionate about growing successful teams centered on purpose and the important role public service has in our communities. Guided by her leadership and vision, SBCERA has reached new heights and remains committed to the service our members are counting on.

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SBCERA 2024 Board of Retirement Safety Election Results

December 4, 2024

San Bernardino, CA – The San Bernardino County Employees’ Retirement Association (SBCERA) is pleased to announce the 2024 Board of Retirement Safety Election Results.  The voting period closed on December 3, 2024, and Marc Bracco has been re-elected to the SBCERA Board of Retirement as the Safety Member Trustee and Jared Newcomer has been re-elected as the Alternate Safety Member Trustee.

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Life After Retirement

Member News - November 2024

These periodic electronic newsletters are designed for retirees and beneficiaries. You’ll find our latest news, highlights, and educational resources to help support your life in retirement.  

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Journey to Retirement

Member News - November 2024

These periodic electronic newsletters are designed for active and deferred members. You’ll find our latest news, highlights, and educational resources to help support your retirement planning. 

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We Are SBCERA: Alix Anderson

We Are SBCERA: Alix Anderson

Meet Alix Anderson, an Emergency Services Dispatcher at CONFIRE.

Celebrating 10 years of making life-saving decisions, Alix talks about the fulfilling and dynamic nature of her job. Regardless of the type of call, Alix remains calm and focused – meeting people on the other side of the phone during some of their hardest days.

“The purpose I find in this job is very fulfilling. I go home every day knowing that I’ve made a real difference in someone’s life,” Alix said.

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We Are SBCERA: Barbara Hannah

We Are SBCERA: Barbara Hannah

Meet Barbara Hannah, Chief Counsel at SBCERA.

Every since she was a young girl, Barbara was passionate about justice, and always aspired to become a lawyer. After accepting her position as SBCERA’s Chief Counsel, she dedicated herself to ensuring legal integrity and supporting retirement security for SBCERA members.

“I take my job and my role as Chief Counsel very seriously. It is a crucial and critical role in this organization that ensures legal integrity and compliance,” Barbara said.

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SBCERA Receives Recognition for Excellence in Financial Reporting

October 17, 2024

San Bernardino, CA – The San Bernardino County Employees’ Retirement Association (SBCERA) has been awarded by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for our Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and an Award for Outstanding Achievement for Popular Financial Reporting for our

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We Are SBCERA: Dawn Stafford

We Are SBCERA: Dawn Stafford

Meet Dawn Stafford, an elected trustee on SBCERA’s Board of Retirement.

Dawn’s father inspired her commitment to public service and helped her realize the essential role of government in providing vital services to the community. She was also profoundly impacted by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who fueled her passion for equality and justice.

“Public service is important because the government provides the essential services that people need,” Dawn said.

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Chief Investment Officer, Donald Pierce – CIO Magazine’s 2024 Power 100 and Markets Group’s 2024 Elite 100 CIOs

Don Pierce Congratulations are in order for our Chief Investment Officer Donald Pierce, who has made both the Chief Investment Officer Magazine’s 2024 Power 100 list of top investment officers and Markets Group’s 2024 Elite 100 CIOs.

These recognitions honor outstanding CIOs who demonstrate foresight, flexibility, innovation, and performance—among many other attributes.

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We Are SBCERA: Caryn Nunley

We Are SBCERA: Caryn Nunley

Meet Caryn Nunley, the Patient Experience Healthcare Program Administrator at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC).

In her role, Caryn serves as a crucial link between medical staff and patients, handling feedback to promote top-notch care and service. Drawing from her experience as a health educator and reproductive health advocate, Caryn is committed to bridging the gap in healthcare access and education, especially in underserved communities.

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Life After Retirement

Member News - September 2024

These periodic electronic newsletters are designed for retirees and beneficiaries. You’ll find our latest news, highlights, and educational resources to help support your life in retirement.  

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Journey to Retirement

Member News - September 2024

These periodic electronic newsletters are designed for active and deferred members. You’ll find our latest news, highlights, and educational resources to help support your retirement planning. 

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We Are SBCERA: Jason Low, Ph.D.

We Are SBCERA: Jason Low, Ph.D.

Meet Dr. Jason Low, the Deputy Executive Officer for the Monitoring Analysis Division at South Coast AQMD.

From a young age, Jason enjoyed learning about chemistry because it reminded him of solving puzzles. He started off as a chemist doing air measurements and expanded his work to include field measurements of air pollutants in different regions over land, air, and sea. Jason is passionate about merging science with public health and is committed to working with policy decision-makers to protect the air we breathe.

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We Are SBCERA: Dena Smith

We Are SBCERA: Dena Smith

Meet Dena Smith, President of the Retired Employees of San Bernardino County (RESBC), and a proud SBCERA retiree.

Dena discovered fulfillment in the impactful realm of public service, working across different departments throughout her career. Looking back on her years of service, she said, “The people who find a career in public service – what motivates them and feeds their soul is doing work that they view to be meaningful.”

Now retired, Dena enjoys golfing, traveling, and the freedom to shape her life on her terms. 

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