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THE HIDDEN CRISIS IN BALTIMORE'S PUBLIC SAFETY PENSION SYSTEM

PODCAST: Silent Alarm

Public Safety Pensions, a podcast that unravels the complexities of Baltimore’s public safety pensions. In this engaging series, we dive deep into the challenges and triumphs surrounding the Baltimore City Fire and Police Employees’ Retirement Sys tem (F&P).

From its historical roots to the recent decline in active membership, we examine the critical issues affecting the sustainability of the pension system and its broader impact on the city’s financial future.

Through expert interviews with key stakeholders we highlight the strategies currently in play to address these pressing concerns.

Listen to full episodes of Silent Alarm: Public Safety Pensions on the podcast website  and available wherever you listen to podcasts.

PODCAST: Silent Alarm

Public Safety Pensions, a podcast that unravels the complexities of Baltimore’s public safety pensions. In this engaging series, we dive deep into the challenges and triumphs surrounding the Baltimore City Fire and Police Employees’ Retirement System (F&P).

From its historical roots to the recent decline in active membership, we examine the critical issues affecting the sustainability of the pension system and its broader impact on the city’s financial future.

Through expert interviews with key stakeholders we highlight the strategies currently in play to address these pressing concerns.

Listen to full episodes of Silent Alarm: Public Safety Pensions on the podcast website  and available wherever you listen to podcasts.

Episode 1  |  Silent Alarm: Uncovering the Hidden Crisis Preview
Episode 2  |  The Pension Puzzle- A Conversation with the F&P's Executive Director
Episode 3  |  Strategic Investments-A Conversation with Kevin Leonard
Episode 4  |  The Actuarial Perspective - A Conversation with Elizabeth Wiley

THE PROBLEM

Public safety pensions across the nation are facing significant challenges, and the F&P is no exception. The system is experiencing a sharp 18% decline in active membership over the past decade due to fewer recruits and early retirements. 

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Data from Baltimore City Fire and Police Employees’ Retirement System (Public Domain, except where otherwise indicated)

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