PSPRS Pension Funding Policy
Summary
Tolleson's police and fire pension funds are at 101% and 99.6% funded — years ahead of the 2036 target — which also cuts the city's annual contribution costs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Saves money long-term: pension contribution rates dropped from about 25% to 15-18% of officer/firefighter salaries.
Firefighters, police officers and their families get retirement security; taxpayers save on contributions.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Fire and Police Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Board Meeting - Sep 2, 2026
Four new police employees were added to the state public safety retirement system, which affects long-term pension costs and benefits for the city.
City Council Meeting - Jun 9, 2026
The police pension is 100.5% funded and fire is 98.9% — a decade ahead of the 2036 goal, with an extra $1 million paid in this month. Most Arizona cities are nowhere close. The city also reappointed a longtime pension board member.
City Council Meeting - Apr 15, 2026
Tolleson's police and fire pension funds are at 101% and 99.6% funded — years ahead of the 2036 target — which also cuts the city's annual contribution costs.
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