PARS NEWS

We’re excited to share that the PARS OPEB Trust Program—one of the largest and most established Section 115 OPEB trusts in the nation—is now available to public agencies across Georgia. This program is specifically designed to help local governments proactively manage retiree healthcare costs, reduce long-term liabilities, and bring greater stability to future budgets. With increasing […]

Follow Up From CSBA’s June 4, 2026 Webinar. As California’s budget picture continues to evolve, education leaders are facing a familiar challenge: making long-term decisions in an increasingly uncertain environment.  During California School Boards Association (CSBA)’s recent webinar on the Governor’s May Revision, education finance experts discussed the latest budget updates and what they may mean for school districts and county […]

PARS is thrilled to welcome the Town of Payson as the newest member of the Arizona Employers Pension Prefunding Program (AEPPP). Our AEPPP is an IRS-approved Section 115 trust designed to help public agencies in Arizona proactively manage and address Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) liabilities.  By joining the AEPPP, the Town of Payson is taking a conservative, progressive approach to actively […]

For many public agencies, retiree health care benefits have historically been funded on a Pay-As-You-Go (PayGo) basis—paying annual costs as they come due. While this approach may seem manageable in the short term, rising health care costs and an aging workforce are making PayGo increasingly risky for local governments and educational entities nationwide.  Key Risks of the PayGo Approach Prefunding […]

On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, the Board of the Fresno Unified School District of Fresno County, California, passed and adopted the PARS Supplementary Retirement Plan (SRP). With over 1900 employees eligible to enroll, this one-time-offer presents an incredible opportunity for the district’s bottom line, as well as for those eligible employees considering retirement. Administered by […]

The Benefits of Prefunding Retiree Healthcare in a Section 115 Trust  Setting aside assets in a Section 115 Trust to cover future retiree healthcare or ‘OPEB’ costs is becoming increasingly popular. However, many local governments and educational entities still hold misconceptions about how these trusts operate and the advantages they offer. At PARS, we frequently hear the same concerns.  Here’s a closer look at the most […]

Maximize Growth and Control Your Financial Future with Arizona’s Leading Section 115 Trust. As we encroach on budget season, PARS is here to help AZ local governments take a bold step toward financial security and growth. We have worked with public agencies for over 40 years and specialize in saving money and maximizing reserve funds!  […]