News & Media

5 Things to Know: Statewide Defined Benefit Plan (SWDB)
There are many things to know about the benefits of the SWDB Plan. But if you need a quick refresher, here are the top five  (2:32)

5 Things to Know: Statewide Death & Disability Plan
Here are the five most important things to know about the Statewide Death & Disability Plan  (2:32)

5 Things to Know: Statewide Hybrid Plan
Are you a member of the FPPA Statewide Hybrid Plan? Here are five things to know about your benefit  (3:21)

5 Things to Know: FPPA Investments
Curious about FPPA's investment strategy? Here are five things to know  (2:24)

5 Things to Know: Naming A Beneficiary
Naming a beneficiary for your retirement accounts is an important step that is often overlooked. Here are five things to know  (2:25)

5 Things to Know: DROP
DROP is a popular provision of FPPA's defined benefit plans. Here are Five things to know about DROP  (2:27)

5 Things to Know: 457 Plans
A 457 plan is an optional deferred compensation account similar to a 401(k). Here are five things to know about FPPA's 457 Plan  (1:41)

5 Things to Know: The Rule of 80
The Rule of 80 allows some FPPA members to claim a full, unreduced pension benefit as early as age 50. Here are five things to know about the Rule of 80.  (2:24)

Jennifer Steck
a retired Denver Police officer discusses how FPPA membership helped her achieve her retirement goals  (2:41)

FPPA: Partial Entry
Members from so-called "Partial Entry" departments discuss their decision to join the FPPA Defined Benefit System  (3:09)

[Webinar] Proposed Hybrid Plan Changes: Members
FPPA staff detail proposed changes to the Statewide Hybrid Plan for affected members, June 2021  (1:00:16)

[Webinar] Proposed Hybrid Plan Changes: Employers
FPPA staff detail proposed changes to the Statewide Hybrid Plan for affected employers, June 2021  (1:00:11)

[Presentation] Proposed Hybrid Plan Changes
FPPA Staff detail proposed changes to the Statewide Hybrid Plan at a life event hosted by Colorado Professional Fire Fighters, May 2021  (45:13)

[Webinar] Stand Up Against Fraud
Fraud Expert Maro Casparian of the Denver DA's office presents on common identity theft and fraud tactics and how to protect yourself  (58:55)

[Webinar] The Psychology of Retirement
Dr. John Nicoletti, a national leader in first responder psychology, discusses the unique experience of retiring from a career in public safety.  (59:00)

[Webinar] FPPA Retirement Process
Exploring the different benefit options available to members as they navigate the FPPA retirement process.  (1:00:09)

[Webinar] Legislation Overview for Members
Learn about Colorado House Bill 20-1044 and its impact for Colorado’s first responders.  (54:24)

[Webinar] The Rule of 80
Introducing the Rule of 80, which allows Statewide Defined Benefit Plan members to claim a normal, unreduced pension benefit as early as age 50, if they meet the requirements.  (46:20)

[Webinar] Employer Summit 2020
FPPA's annual Employer Summit. Staff presents the status of FPPA retirement plans and benefits, and take questions from FPPA employers.  (1:00:18)

[Webinar] Stand Up Against Fraud
Webinar on identity theft, fraud & other scams and how to protect yourself with fraud expert Maro Casparian  (1:00:00)

[Webinar] What’s your legacy? Make sure your family and assets are protected
FPPA webinar focuses on estate planning with Krista Look and Harley K. Look, Jr.  (55:31)

[Webinar] Combating Anxiety in Uncertain Times
FPPA hosts a live, virtual discussion about anxiety in the time of COVID-19, featuring Dr. John Nicoletti  (52:26)

Pre-Retirement Planning Seminar: 2019
In spring 2019, nearly-retired members gather to learn about retirement within the FPPA system  (:51)

Employer Summit: 2018
This fall, representatives from fire and police departments across Colorado convened to learn more about FPPA and its plans  (1:18)

9/11 Stair Climb at Red Rocks: 2018
It was an honor to participate in the 10th annual 9/11 stair climb at Red Rocks  (1:57)

Employer Summit: 2017
FPPA employers from across the state gather to discuss changes to FPPA plans over the past year  (1:01)