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Public Pensions

Our Pledge

The public availability of information is essential to an accountable and open government. By applying to the Public Pensions Star, Tarrant Appraisal District acknowledges the importance and goal of long-term transparency. Tarrant Appraisal District pledges to be proactive in providing the public with clear and meaningful information to the best of its ability. On this page you can find:

  • Retirement Plan Information
  • Return on Investment
  • Long Term Investment Goals

Additional info on the Public Pensions Guidelines can be found at Transparency Stars - Public Pensions (texas.gov)

Retirement Plans

Basic Plan Options
Employee Deposit Rate 7%
Employer Matching 250%
Prior Service Credit 95%
Retirement Eligibility
Age 60 (Vesting) 8 years of service
Rule of 75 years total; age + service
At Any Age 30 Years of Service

Reasons for Rate Change

Below is the required rate history for the basic retirement plan over the last five years.

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Reasons for Rate Change 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024
Beginning Rate 11.66% 10.52% 12.00% 11.13%
Plan Changes Adopted 0.17% 0.00% 1.37% N/A
Investment Return 0.02% 0.03% -0.30% 0.41%
Elected Rate/Lump Sum -1.60% -1.51% -1.01% -0.25%
Demographic/Other Changes 0.27% 0.15% -0.28% -0.45%
Assumptions/Methods 0.00% 2.81% -0.65% 0.00%
Ending Rate 10.52% 12.00% 11.13% 10.84%
Valuation Year 2019 2020 2021 2022
Funded Ratio 96.2% 95.5% 98.1% 98.6%

A complete Summary Valuation Report for the Dec. 31, 2024 valuation will be available mid-May at TCDRS.org/Employers.

Long-Term Investment Goals

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Transparency Stars program recognizes local governments for going above and beyond in their transparency efforts.

More information on the Public Pensions Star or the Texas State Comptroller's Transparency Star Program can be found on their FAQ Page.

Public Pensions Liaison

Janet Campanella