The plan will conduct a global multi-sector fixed-income search after establishing a new allocation to the asset class at a meeting yesterday.
The hire followed a consultant search report and finalist presentations held last month.
The retirement system also increased its fixed-income target at the expense of real estate.
The search was recommended to explore the space for a new core fixed-income manager.
The town opted to maintain its current strategy of investing in the local government pool over hiring an external manager.
The pension system will interview three recommended finalists at its March 6 board meeting.
The retirement plan also terminated a core-plus fixed-income manager.
The retirement system agreed to hire a new core fixed-income manager at today’s meeting.
The treasury will issue an RFP next year for its liquidity and reserve accounts.
The retirement system is seeking one or more managers to handle a mandate expected to range from $200 million up to $400 million.