PERA Debate

One in ten Coloradans gets a retirement through the public employee pension system or PERA. But without legislative changes, there won’t be enough money to keep the plan solvent. Bente Birkeland has more. Republican Senator Jack Tate of Centennial is […]

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Capitol Conversation: Saving PERA

Colorado’s public pension system needs more money to remain viable. The Public Employees Retirement Association, or PERA, is the retirement benefit for teachers and other public employees. Right now, it’s only 58 percent funded. Senate Bill 200 is starting its […]

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The Labor Exchange: Combating Ageism in America & Other Issues

Tonight’s Subject: Combating ageism in America & Other Issues (Social Security & Medicare), with guest Dan Adcock, Director of Government Relations & Policy, National Committee To Preserve Social Security & Medicare, Washington, D.C. With Host Dennis Creese. The Labor Exchange […]

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Vulnerability of Manufactured Home Owners in Boulder

By Claire Woodcock Residents of mobile homes in Colorado are finding that they’re more vulnerable than other homeowners. That’s concerning because mobile home living is still the only option for many people seeking affordable housing. Jamie Shuey is one of […]

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