Below are the steps for a regular service retirement

  • Decide when you expect to retire
  • Contact the ("fb88PERS")
    • 6 to 12 months before you expect to retire
    • Choose a retirement date
    • Complete your completed Retirement Application and file it with fb88PERS at least 3 months before you retirement date
    • Set up for your fb88PERS pension & benefit payments.
    • You may receive a preliminary benefit while your fb88PERS application is being reviewed
    • If you plan to return to work after retirement, please check the requirements on the
    • Eligibility to continue Basic Group Life Insurance
  • Contact your local Social Security Administration Office
    • - this site will provide you with your local office's address, phone number and hours
  • Contact the Office of Employee Health and Wellness
    • Schedule an appointment to meet with your Benefits Specialist approximately one month prior to your retirement date.Ìý (207) 624-7380 or 1-800-422-4503
    • Complete the necessary forms to either enroll or decline insurance coverageÌý

Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýRequest to Decline or Withdraw From Coverage (PDF)

  • Notify the Human Resources personnel for your department