How to… PERA

🧾 How to Create Your PERA Member Profile

Santa Rosa employees can easily create their PERA profile online. Follow the steps below to access your retirement information:

🔗 Step 1: Visit the PERA Website

Go to nmpera.org

Or, for quick access, use the PERA link available on the Santa Rosa Staff Resource Page

🔐 Step 2: Click “RIO Login”

This will take you to the secure PERA login portal.

📝 Step 3: Select “Open Account”

Begin the account setup process.

👤 Step 4: Enter Your Member Information

Follow the prompts to enter your personal details.

⚠️ Step 5: If You Receive an Error Message

  • Call the phone number listed in the error message.

  • Provide the error code to help PERA staff identify the issue.

📧 Step 6: Verify Your Identity

PERA will ask for:

  • Your full name

  • Your date of birth

  • Your email address

A verification code will be sent to your email.

✅ Step 7: Use the Code to Log In

Enter the code to complete your login and begin creating your profile.

📂 Step 8: Access Your Account

Once your profile is set up, you’ll be able to:

  • View your personal contributions to PERA

  • Access retirement planning tools and resources

Note: You will not be able to view your employer’s (City of Santa Rosa) contributions.