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PAG Calls for Independent CTPF Fiduciary Review
At the October 15 CTPF Board meeting, PAG called for an independent fiduciary-risk review of a proposal affecting pension trust membership. CTPF responded to PAG’s concerns, but several important questions remain unanswered.
Why does independent oversight matter, and what answers is PAG still seeking?
PAG Post Archive
OCTOBER 13, 2026
Why Was the CTPF Election Committee Meeting Canceled?
Why was the meeting canceled, and what caused the delay in voting for the 2026 Teacher Trustee election? We examine the unanswered questions surrounding candidate certification, election oversight, and the revised voting timeline. Read the post →
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
September CTPF Board Watch
Get 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 post →
AUGUST 26, 2026
Legislator Education, CTPF Meetings, and Staying in the Fight
August was a full month for PAG, with legislator education efforts, a brief conversation with Mayor Brandon Johnson, CTPF investment consultant updates, health insurance developments, and retiree advocacy meetings. Read the post →
AUGUST 11, 2026
Why PAG Is Asking Questions
The funded ratio, dedicated tax levy, property tax timing, investment consultant decision, health insurance, trustee governance, and Tier 2 all affect the same larger question: whether CTPF is being protected for members and beneficiaries who depend on it. Read the post →
JULY 30, 2026
What It Means to Leave People Behind
Tina’s reflection begins on a quiet lake but quickly moves to a larger question: what happens when people are left behind? From the Amerasian Homecoming Act to Tier 2, she connects personal memory, public policy, and PAG’s next chapter. Read the post →
JULY 16, 2026
Senior Prom Fundraiser Brings Joy, Community, and Pension Advocacy Together
Senior Prom was a beautiful reminder of why this work matters. Thank you to everyone who made the fundraiser (and Tina’s birthday celebration) so memorable. Read the recap →
JUNE 19, 2026
Unimaginable Joy
A stop at the Watson Lake Signpost Forest leads Tina to reflect on teaching, memory, advocacy, and why protecting earned pension benefits means continuing to show up. Read Tina’s reflection →
JUNE 3, 2026
From Springfield: Why Advocacy Requires Showing Up
On May 27th, PAG joined educators, retirees, workers, and community advocates in Springfield for a Day of Action focused on public education, retirement security, and the importance of showing up. Read the post →
MAY 29, 2026
Building Momentum Together
Tina shares what PAG has been working on, what the organization is watching, and how members and supporters can stay involved. Read Tina’s note →
MAY 23, 2026
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser Recap
The Pancake Breakfast brought together members, volunteers, supporters, friends, and advocates for a morning of food, music, conversation, and connection. Pension advocacy is serious work, but it also depends on community. Read the recap →
Latest Videos
JULY 1, 2026
Season 2, Episode 2: Three Voices, One Mission
Tina Padilla is joined by PAG interns Sawyer Wall and Maria Blancas for a conversation about pension advocacy, member education, and why the next generation has a role in protecting earned benefits. Watch the video →
MAY 19, 2026
Season 2, Episode 1: Tina Padilla Answers CTPF Member Questions
Maria Blancas, founder of En Lo Real and PAG intern, interviews Tina Padilla, founder of Pension Advocacy Group. Tina responds to questions from CTPF members and discusses why education, advocacy, and member engagement matter. Watch the video →
JANUARY 13, 2026
Season 1, Episode 6: 2025 Reflections and 2026 Goals
Faith and Tina reflect on PAG’s 2025 accomplishments and look ahead to 2026 with a renewed commitment to accountability, progress, and pension advocacy. Watch the video →