Current DROP members, this is the easiest and fastest way to calculate what your DROP balance will be.
Important: In order to access your information, you must first register to the MyLAFPP member portal. Please refer to the MyLAFPP Helpdesk on how to register and other helpful self-service “How-to’s.”
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Log in to MyLAFPP. Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
Important: Usernames and Passwords are case-sensitive.
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Click Benefits & Calculators.
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Click DROP Exit Estimate
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New Calculation
Enter DROP Exit date in the field. Then click Submit.
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View your estimate by scrolling down. Estimates can also be printed or downloaded. Click on the printer icon to print or download by clicking the arrow pointing down with horizontal line. Icons can be found on the upper right of the page.
Important note: This is an estimate only. Any estimated benefits shown are based on assumptions made by you and as a result are not guaranteed by the Plan. You are solely responsible for the reasonableness of the future assumptions you choose. Your actual benefit will be calculated by the Plan Administrator based upon the retirement plan in existence at your retirement date, your actual service, pay and age at retirement as well as any changes in the law and benefits offered by the Plan.
Contact Us
If you require further assistance please contact the DROP/Service Pensions Section at (213) 279-3100, Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT), excluding weekends and City Holidays.
If you are thinking about entering DROP and would like an estimate, this is the easiest and fastest way to view a calculation.
Important: In order to access your information, you must first register to the MyLAFPP member portal. Please refer to the MyLAFPP Helpdesk on how to register and other helpful self-service How-To’s.
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Log in to MyLAFPP. Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
Important: Usernames and Passwords are case-sensitive.
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Under Calculate my Retirement Estimate, click Benefits & Calculator.
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Click DROP Entry Estimate
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New Calculation
Enter the corresponding numbers in the field. Then click Submit.
Important: Termination date defaults to your earliest DROP Entry date. You may change the date based on your intended DROP Entry date.
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View your estimate by scrolling down. Estimates can also be printed or downloaded. Click on the printer icon to print or download by clicking the arrow pointing down with horizontal line. Icons can be found on the upper right of the page.
Get a retirement estimate calculation fast and easy.
Important: In order to access your information, you must first register to the MyLAFPP member portal. Please refer to the MyLAFPP Helpdesk on how to register and other helpful self-service “How-to’s.”
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Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
Important: Usernames and Passwords are case-sensitive.
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Click Benefits & Calculator.
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Under Calculate my Retirement Estimate, click Retirement Estimate.
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New Calculation
Enter the corresponding numbers in the field. Then click Submit.
Important: Termination date defaults to your earliest retirement date. You may change the date based on your intended retirement date.
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View your estimate by scrolling down. Estimates can also be printed or downloaded. Click on the printer icon to print or download by clicking the arrow pointing down with horizontal line. Icons can be found on the upper right of the page.
Instructions on how to check if your Health Subsidy is frozen or Non-frozen.
STEP 1: Log in to MyLAFPP. Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
Important: Usernames and Passwords are case sensitive
STEP 2: Quick Summary
On the MyLAFPP homepage, you will see a Quick Summary (green box) of your information. To view if you are frozen or non-frozen, go to the ”Health Subsidy Freeze” line.
Frozen – Members who chose not to opt-in during the designated period and entered DROP or retired on July 15, 2011, and later are frozen at the monthly subsidy maximum rate effective July 1, 2011.*
Non-Frozen – Members who either (1) entered DROP or retired prior to July 15, 2011 or, (2) chose to opt-in to contribute an additional 2% of their base salary during the designated period are entitled to receive annual health subsidy increases.
*Please note that this is the maximum single-party subsidy; depending on the years of service, some members may qualify for a higher amount if there are dependents covered under their plan.
For more information: Health Insurance Subsidy for Members
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact the Medical and Dental Benefits Section at (213) 279-3115 or toll-free at (844) 88-LAFPP (52377), Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT), excluding weekends and City Holidays.
Important: In order to access your information, you must first register to the MyLAFPP member portal. Please refer to the MyLAFPP Helpdesk on how to register and other helpful self-service “How-to’s.”
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Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
Important: Usernames and Passwords are case sensitive.
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Click Beneficiary Information
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Click “Beneficiaries”
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Review Your Elected Beneficiaries
Click “Update Designations” to make changes or “Print Designations” to print a copy.
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Add or Update Your PRIMARY Designation
You will be asked to provide a SECONDARY (contingent) designation later. NOTE: You will not be able to designate the same individuals for Primary and Secondary.
To add a NEW beneficiary:
A. Select “Add New Beneficiary” from the drop down box.
B. Click “Add Primary Beneficiary”
C. Select the relationship type and fill in the required information in the boxes provided.
D. Click Next. To add more than one PRIMARY designation, repeat steps A to C.
E. Enter the percentage (in whole numbers) you would like to designate. Click Next.
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To add EXISTING beneficiaries:
A. Select an existing beneficiary from the drop down box.
B. Click “Add Primary Beneficiary”
C. If you would like to add more than one PRIMARY designation, repeat steps A and B or to add a “NEW” person/entity follow steps A-E for adding NEW beneficiary above.
D. Enter the percentage (in whole numbers) you would like to designate. Click Next.
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Add or Update Your “Secondary” Designation
To add designations, follow instructions provided in Step 5. Click Next.
NOTE: In the event that all persons under Primary Beneficiary designation are deceased, we will look to your Secondary Beneficiary designations. You will not be able to designate the same individuals for Primary and Secondary.
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Confirm Your Elections
The summary screen shows you the latest changes you made. Click “Back” to change your elections, otherwise, click “Next”.
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Read Disclaimer and Click Submit to Process Your Designations
A confirmation screen will open to let you know your elections have been submitted. Click on “Beneficiaries” Menu to return and view a summary of your designations. You may print a copy for your records or update your elections at any time.
Sign up for an LAFPP event to learn about your LAFPP Pension benefits and financial planning for retirement.
Important: In order to sign up for an event, you must first register to the MyLAFPP member portal. Please refer to the MyLAFPP Helpdesk on how to register and other helpful self-service “How-To’s.”
STEP 1: Log in to MyLAFPP. Enter your username and password, then click Log In
Important: Usernames and Passwords are case sensitive
STEP 2: Click on Seminars & Education
STEP 3: Select the seminar you are interested in
IMPORTANT: Before registering, pay special attention to the seminar Type, Time, Date and Location that works for you.
STEP 4: Scroll down to “Registration Status”
If you are bringing a spouse or domestic partner, enter in their information. If you are not, leave it blank.
STEP 5: Click “Register”
STEP 6: Registration Complete
IMPORTANT: Selection is based on seniority. A confirmation notification will be sent once you have been selected to attend.
Webinars: Webinar information will be sent via email one day prior to the event
Contact Us
If you require further assistance please contact the Communications & Education Section at (213) 279-3155 or (844) 885-2377 ext. 93155, Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT), excluding weekends and City Holidays.
Important Message: Due to recent security upgrades all registered MyLAFPP members are required to reset their password. Please follow the instructions below.
In event you forget your password and you need to gain access to your MyLAFPP account, follow these simple instructions. Please refer to the MyLAFPP Helpdesk on how to register and other helpful self-service “How-To’s.”
STEP 1: Click “Access MyLAFPP Portal” on the top right corner of the website
STEP 2: Click Forgot Password
Note: You will need your username to reset your password. If you do not remember your username, click on Forgot Username. For step by step instructions go to “How Do I Recover My Username”.
STEP 3: Type in Username and Click Next
STEP 4: Check Your Email for the Password Reset Link
Note: If an account exists with this username, you should receive an email to reset your password. Please check your junk or spam folder and refresh your inbox before calling LAFPP.
STEP 5: On Your Email Message Click the Password Reset button
STEP 6: Create a New Password
Enter a new password, confirm, and click Reset Password. Passwords must meet the following criteria:
The password must have at least 12 characters.
The password cannot exceed 40 characters.
The password cannot contain the First Name of the user.
The password cannot contain the Last Name of the user.
The password cannot contain the user name.
The password must have at least 1 lowercase characters.
The password must have at least 1 uppercase characters.
The password must have at least 1 numeric characters.
The password must have at least 1 special characters.
Cannot repeat last 4 passwords
Important: Confirm Password and Password fields must match.
STEP 7: Click on Continue to Sign In
Note: An email will notify you that your password has been reset.
STEP 8: Enter Your Username and Password, then Click Sign In
Important: Logging on with an email address does not work at this time. Usernames and Passwords are case sensitive.
Important Message: If you are resetting your password due to the recent upgrade follow the additional steps below. Otherwise skip to Step 9.
EMAIL MAY ALREADY BE SET AS YOUR DEFAULT VERIFICATION METHOD. Please click on either Phone Number or Mobile App to set up an additional verification method. We recommendselecting “Phone Number” as a secondary secure verification method. If you do not register an additional method you will not be able to add one later.
Additional STEP 3: Verify Verification Method or Enter Phone Number and Click Text Me
Note: We recommend using Phone Number. Enter your phone number by selecting first the Country Code and then entering the phone number. Click Text Me.
Additional STEP 4: Enter Passcode and Click Verify Passcode
Note: A passcode will be sent to default verification method. You may change methods by clicking the icons below alternative login methods, if available.
NOTE: If you see a webpage saying” You don’t have access to any apps”, close the page and log in again.
You will be redirected to your MyLAFPP account. Congratulations!
Contact Us
If you require further assistance please contact the Communications & Education Section at (213) 279-3155 or (844) 885-2377, Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT), excluding weekends and City Holidays.
In the event you forget your username and you need to gain access to your MyLAFPP account, follow these simple instructions. Please refer to the MyLAFPP Helpdesk on how to register and other helpful self-service “How-To’s.”
STEP 1: Click “Access MyLAFPP Portal” on the top right corner of the website
STEP 2: Click Forgot Username
STEP 3: Verify Your Credentials
Information must exactly match LAFPP records or an error message will appear and you will be unable to continue.
Enter your: Social Security Number (last 4 digits), Birth Date, ZIP Code, and Last Name.
Click Submit at the bottom right.
STEP 4: Security Question
Enter your answer to the specific question, then click Submit.
Important: Answer is not case sensitive. However, answers must be written exactly how it was entered when you first registered (i.e. If “Street” was originally entered you cannot use “St.”). If you do not remember the answer to the question, refresh the page until a new question appears. If you entered the wrong answer click back until you reach the verify credentials page (Step 3) to start over.
STEP 5: Check Your Email
A message containing your user name will be sent to the email on file with LAFPP.
You will automatically be redirected to the login page. If you do not get redirected, click Return Now at the bottom right.
Important: Some providers may flag the email as unsolicited. Please check your junk or SPAM folder and refresh your inbox before calling LAFPP.
Important Message: All current members must update their passwords due to the July 2024 security update. For instructions, click on “How Do I Reset My Password”.
STEP 6: Enter Your Username and Password, then Click Sign In
Note: Usernames and Passwords are case sensitive. Logging in with an email address wont work unless your username is your email address. If you do not remember your password, click “Forgot Password”. For step by step instructions go to “How Do I Reset My Password”.
Contact Us
If you require further assistance please contact the Communications & Education Section at (213) 279-3155 or (844) 885-2377, Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT), excluding weekends and City Holidays.
STEP 1: Click “Access MyLAFPP Portal” on the top right corner of the website
STEP 2: Click Register to MyLAFPP
STEP 3: Self Registration
A PIN is required when registering for the first time. If you have an unexpired PIN, click I have a PIN and skip to STEP 5. If you do not have a PIN, click Request PIN and continue to STEP 4.
STEP 4: Requesting a PIN
Information must exactly match LAFPP records or an error message will appear and you will be unable to request a PIN.
Verify your credentials by entering: Social Security Number (last 4 digits), Birth Date, ZIP Code, and Last Name.
Click Submit at the bottom right.
For security purposes PINs will be mailed. You will receive your letter within 5-7 business days to the address on file via USPS Priority mail.
STEP 5: Creating a Login
Important: Information must exactly match LAFPP records or an error message will appear and you will be unable to register. A PIN is required to continue from this point. A one time PIN was mailed to the address LAFPP has on file. If you do not have a PIN, please go to STEP 4.
Verify your credentials by entering: Social Security Number (last 4 digits), PIN, Birth Date, ZIP Code, and Last Name.
Click Submit at the bottom right.
STEP 6: Create Username and Password
Passwords must meet the following criteria:
The password must have at least 12 characters.
The password cannot exceed 40 characters.
The password cannot contain the First Name of the user.
The password cannot contain the Last Name of the user.
The password cannot contain the user name.
The password must have at least 1 lowercase characters.
The password must have at least 1 uppercase characters.
The password must have at least 1 numeric characters.
The password must have at least 1 special characters.
Cannot repeat last 4 passwords
Important: Confirm Password and Password fields must match. If clicking Submit refreshes the page and clears your responses, it means your username and password did not meet the criteria. Please try again.
Click Submit button.
Important: If clicking Submit refreshes the page and produces an error, it means your username and password did not meet the criteria. Please try again.
STEP 7: Select Your Security Questions and Type in Your Answers
Pick questions and answers that only you know. Print or write down your answers exactly as you typed.
STEP 8: Provide an Email Address
Click Submit. An identification code will be sent to your email to register your computer/device.
NOTE: You may experience issues receiving the email verification code if you use “att.net” or “sbcglobal.net” email. LAFPP is working with the provider how to best mitigate the issue. We recommend using your Active work email or other email providers.
STEP 9: Enter Identification Code
Check your email for the Unique Identification Code. Enter the code and click Submit.
Important: Codes are only valid for 10 minutes. Check your Junk or Spam folder if the identification code is not found in your inbox. Once your code expires, you will need to restart the registration process.
STEP 10: Registration Complete!
You can wait or click ‘Return Now’ to be redirected to the login page.
STEP 11: Enter Username and Password.
Enter the username and password that was created and click Log in to access your personalized information.
STEP 12: Click Enable Secure Verification
STEP 13: Select Verification Method
Important: Start with Email! We recommend using two methods starting with Email then Phone Number. If you do not register two method now you will not be able to add one later.
STEP 14: Select Email and Enter Verification Code and Click Verify Email Address
Note: Check your Junk or Spam folder if the identification code is not found in your inbox.
STEP 15:DO NOT CLICK DONE. Instead add Additional Verification Method
Note: We recommend using Phone Number as the additional method. Click on the phone number circle icon under additional methods.
STEP 16: Enter Phone Number and Click Text Me
STEP 17: Enter Passcode and Click Verify Passcode
STEP 18: Successfully Enrolled! Click Done
You will be redirected to your MyLAFPP account. Congratulations!
Contact Us
If you require further assistance please contact the Communications & Education Section at (213) 279-3155 or (844) 885-2377, Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT).
Retired members, this is the easiest and fastest way to view and print your form 1099-R.
Please Note: If you prefer to wait for a hard copy of your 1099-R tax form, it will be mailed to your address on file via U.S. mail on January 31. Please allow up to 10 business days to receive your 1099-R by mail.
Important: In order to access your information, you must first register to the MyLAFPP member portal. Please refer to the MyLAFPP Helpdesk on how to register and other helpful self-service “How-to’s.”
STEP 1: Log in to MyLAFPP. Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
Important: Usernames and Passwords are case sensitive.
STEP 2: Click on “Forms & Correspondence”
STEP 3: Click “Statements”
STEP 4: Click “Document” to Open or Download Your Form 1099R
Contact Us
If you require further assistance, please contact the Retirement Services Section at (213) 279-3125 or (844) 88-LAFPP ext. 3125, Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT), excluding weekends and City Holidays.
