Notice of Election
September 10, 2025
To Active Members/Retirees of the Dukes County Contributory Retirement System:
Notice of Election
Election Date: December 10, 2025
Purpose
To elect the Fourth and Fifth Members of the Dukes County Retirement Board in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 32, 840 CMR 7.00.
Term of Office
Effective January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2028
Candidates
Members in service and retirees of the Dukes County Retirement System.
Nomination Papers
Any member or retiree of the Dukes County Contributory Retirement System may qualify as a candidate by filing with the Dukes County Retirement Office a nomination paper or papers containing the names, addresses and signatures of at least twenty (20) members or retirees of the Dukes County Retirement System.
Nomination Papers may be obtained at the:
Dukes County Retirement Office
9 Airport Road
Edgartown, MA 02539
The last day to submit nomination papers is October 15, 2025 @ noon.
BALLOTS WILL BE MAILED TO ALL MEMBERS/RETIREES ON NOVEMBER 7, 2025
Place of Election
Dukes County Retirement Office
9 Airport Road
Edgartown, MA 02539
Date of Election
December 10, 2025 @ noon
Ballots must be received no later than 5:00 pm on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 Update:
Starting the week of February 24, 2025, the Social Security Administration is beginning to pay retroactive benefits and will increase monthly benefit payments to people whose benefits have been affected by the WEP and GPO! Please click here to learn more.
Looking for An Appointment for Yourself or a Group?
Are you looking for more information about retirement? You can schedule:
-an individual appointment or
-a group appointment (with 5 or more people)
with Kelly McCracken, Executive Director. When booking the appointment, you have the option to meet in-person, via Zoom or by phone.
If you have already had a retirement counseling session and are just looking for an updated estimate, please fax the Retirement Estimate Request Form to us at (508) 696-3847. Make sure to sign the form! Signatures must be clear and legible in order for us to send estimates.
Wellness News
Would you like to focus on Wellness in the New Year? Be Well MV is a wellness resource that is sponsored by the Cape Cod Municipal Health Group. Their goal is to improve the overall health, well-being and quality of life of all CCMHG members by promoting the 8 Dimensions of Wellness as well as to create opportunities that empower, educate and model positive attitudes and behaviors through a lifelong commitment to wellness. Check out their website to find out more about eligibility requirements and the great programs they offer.
Health Insurance Benefit Comparisons:
Member units* in the Dukes County Contributory Retirement System provide health insurance benefits to their eligible active employees and retirees through the Cape Cod Municipal Health Group (CCMHG). You can find information about insurance options available to active employees as well as retirees on their website. Active members, members who are contemplating retirement, and current retirees should contact the Treasurer, Human Resources Office or Benefits Coordinator at their employing unit for information regarding post-retirement health benefits; enrollment, rates, eligibility requirements, and other plan information.