Monthly Newsletter: September 2026

Dear Friends and Supporters,

September brought some encouraging news from CTPF: the Fund’s investment program continues to perform well compared with many of its peers.


And yes, PAG is happy to see good news. We really are.


But you know us well enough by now to know that good news usually leads us to the next question: Is that strong performance making the Fund stronger?


At 48% funded, there is still important work ahead. PAG attended both the CTPF Investment Committee and Board of Trustees meetings this month to keep asking the questions members deserve answers to.


In my latest post, I share what we heard, what we’re watching, and why it matters for contributors, retirees, and beneficiaries.


Good returns deserve recognition. Tough questions still deserve to be asked.


With gratitude, determination, and a few questions still to ask,


Tina

PAG takes a closer look at the September CTPF meetings, including contribution discipline, investment consultant oversight, administrative expenses, tax levy transparency, and access to historical records. 

Read the latest post to see the questions PAG raised, the information we’re seeking, and the key indicators we’ll continue monitoring.

Want to hear directly from CTPF and stay informed about what is happening with the Fund?

CTPF will host its Quarterly Town Hall Webinar on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 4:00–5:00 p.m. CT. The webinar will include an overview of Fund operations and seasonal updates.

PAG encourages members, retirees, and beneficiaries to attend, listen, ask questions, and stay engaged. An informed membership is a stronger membership.

PAG continues to monitor issues that may affect members, retirees, beneficiaries, and newer educators, including:


• Tier 2 repeal efforts and benefit equity for newer educators
• CTPF funded ratio and long-term funding health
• Dedicated tax levy revenues and property tax timing
• Investment consultant decisions and investment performance
• Retiree health insurance funding and subsidy levels
• CTPF governance, trustee voting transparency, and public accountability
• Public education funding, revenue proposals, and legislative advocacy opportunities


We will continue sharing updates as these issues develop.

PAG’s work grows when members, educators, and supporters help share reliable information and support pension education, transparency, and advocacy.


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Thank you for staying informed, engaged, and connected. Feel free to forward this newsletter to a friend.