WELCOME to ODESSA RT/SPA
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * A MESSAGE FROM YOUR PRESIDENT:
* I have a few words of encouragement for us all in this time of
* uncertainty. TRS Executive Director Brian Guthrie tells us that we
* are not to worry; our monthly annuity checks will be paid on time. * * They are guaranteed. He also assures us that we should not
* experience any problems if we should need to use our health
* care benefits in relation to the coronavirus.
* Our TRTA Executive Director Tim Lee reminds us that TRTA's
* mission is to advocate for the protection and improvement of
* your TRS retirement benefits. This is possible through a strong
* organization. If you have not already done so, please renew your
* membership today. Return the membership card you received
* recently with your check to our treasurer Marcus Ramage. We are
* going to make it through this trying time together!
* Please take a look at Tim Lee's latest video on his newsletter
* THE INSIDE LINE. See the link below; scroll down to Visit
* TRTA. New: there is a new TRTA app which you can download
* and keep engaged with TRTA on your smart phone. Take a
* look at Tim Lee's announcement on his INSIDE LINE. It is free!
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* Some changes which you will want to know about:
* New TRS-Care Medical Plan Administrators in 2021
* TRS-Care Information Sessions coming soon
* New digital newsletter, called Fresh Picks, available now * Updated Employment after Retirement brochure on TRS
* website, also videos on the website
* New member education video on Survivor Benefits
* on the TRS website
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TRTA supports maintaining the current defined benefit plan for all current and future TRS retirees, relying upon the tenants established in the 83rd legislative session to ensure the fund’s long-term solvency. To the extent possible, provide a cost-of-living increase or supplemental payment for current TRS retirees.
WELCOME TO THE ODESSA RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION.
TRTA is the only organization working exclusively for Texas retired school personnel. Our local unit supports the state TRTA organization and the TRT Foundation charitable projects. Our membership is for all public school employees who are members of TRS.
We are part of District 18 which includes seven local units in an area served by Region 18 Education Service Center.
The current newsletter from the TRTA Executive Director, Tim Lee, THE INSIDE LINE can be viewed from the TRTA website. This is a good way to stay informed on issues important to TRTA members and retired school personnel.
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ALL TRTA LOCAL UNIT MEETINGS CANCELED THROUGH DEC. 31.
BE SURE YOUR DUES ARE PAID FOR 2020-2021.
WE HOPE TO BE ABLE TO RESUME IN-PERSON
MEETINGS AFTER THE FIRST OF THE YEAR.
THERE WILL BE A BUS CARRYING DISTRICT 18
MEMBERS TO AUSTIN ON APRIL 7, 2021 FOR RALLY DAY.
THERE WILL BE MORE INFORMATION AS WE GET
CLOSER TO THAT DATE.
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Visit District 18 Website
Visit TRTA
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NEXT MEETING:
2020 -2021 Meetings are CANCELED THROUGH DECEMBER 31.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION:
Download the form for membership dues
HERE.
Local dues are paid to the local unit.
Our membership year is from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021.
Annual dues are $45:
State dues are $35
Local dues are $10
Dues may be sent to our treasurer at the following address:
Treasurer
P. O. Box 1645
Odessa, TX 79760-1645
Contact Treasurer Marcus Ramage at (432) 366-7326 if you have questions. Sandra Ramage
(same number) is the membership chairman and first vice president.
DIRECTORY:
The 2018 directory can be viewed HERE.
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