PACRA  (Palomar College Retirees' Association) was established in the fall of 1991 by an informal group of both classified and certificated retirees under the leadership of
Mr. Howard Brubeck. 

From the very beginning it was recognized that the association was equally devoted to the interests of all groups of employees with the Offices of President
alternating between a member of the certificated staff and support
staff.

Officers serve a 2-year term, filling the offices of President, Mice-president, Secretary,
Treasurer, and Immediate past president. General members consist of (1) regular members who pay dues, (2) sustaining members who choose to pay more than usual dues, and (3) contributing members who pay considerable more than regular dues.

One of the chief functions of PACRA is to monitor the policies of Palomar College which relate to the maintenance of benefits for retired employees. We do to maintain social relationships among our members, and enjoy our reacquaintences at our annual
meeting in May.

  To implement communication between the college and retired college personnel in all matters
   of mutual interest.
  To communicate on behalf of retired college personnel with representatives of government
   agencies and other groups outside the college in matters affecting the health and welfare of
   retired persons.
  To work for the improvement of the retirement program of Palomar College.
  To coordinate the Association's activities with the Palomar College Foundation.
  To provide pre-retirement and post-retirement planning and counseling.
  To provide a means for continuing the professional and educational activities of retired
   college  personnel.
  To facilitate continuing support including financial aid by the Association for furtherance of
  academic and other professional objectives of the college.
  To sponsor or facilitate social and recreational activities of interest to retired college
   personnel.

  Serving on the Benefits Committee. We are currently represented by Jim Bowen, Omar
   Scheidt, Sandra Nanninga and Dr. Ken Burns.
  Providing a memorial for deceased PACRA members.
  Attending Governing Board meetings when issues concerning retirees are being discussed.
   Providing advocacy for retirees encountering problems or difficulties with Health Benefit
   claims.
  Sponsoring forums for Governing Board candidates.
  Sponsoring social events for PACRA members.

PACRA offers a $1000 scholarship each year to a qualified applicant. See PACRA Scholarship for details.