Meet Barbara Nobregas
By Beverly J. Clark, Publicity Director
Meet Barbara Nobregas, a Retiree on the Move. Barbara Retired in 2018 after working more than 34 years with the City of Los Angeles. She Retired from City service as a Management Analyst at Fire and Police Pensions. Her City service began as a Clerk Typist in Personnel and included a variety of positions in various departments, including:
- Legal Secretary, City Attorney’s Office
- Secretary, Office of Mayor James Hahn
- Secretary, Public Works/Street Services
- Secretary, Mayor’s Office
- Commission Executive Assistant and Executive Secretary, Fire and Police Pensions
Family
Barbara and her husband, William Nobregas, who works in Public Works/Street Services,, are proud parents to five adult children: Victor, Crystal, Vanessa, Sabrina and Nicolette. Their joy has multiplied with eight grandchildren ranging from ages one to 10 years old, and they eagerly await the arrival of their ninth grandchild this month.
How do you spend your retirement days?
Barbara fills her retirement days with purpose and joy. She cares for her 93-year-old parents, spends time enjoying her grandchildren, and continues to enjoy hobbies such as sewing, hiking, reading, and playing dominoes with her father. She also enjoys catching up with friends. Barbara has enjoyed travels to destinations such as London, Copenhagen, Malta, Sicily, Alaska, Japan (Tokyo and Kyoto), Cancun, Colorado, and the Bahamas. Her sights are set on traveling this summer to Seattle and Victoria.
Staying Active
Barbara is actively involved in her community and is very much involved with her church and its various activities. She enjoys regular hikes led by LACERS Well leader Ben Gaetos at Griffith Park and the Rose Bowl. She also attends some RLACEI events as time permits.
Words of Wisdom
Barbara encourages future and current Retirees to enjoy life, stay active and social, and prioritize brain health. She recommends Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at Any Age by Dr. Sanjay Gupta as a helpful resource to prevent dementia.
What steps did you take to prepare for retirement?
“Meeting with a LACERS counselor at a LACERS seminar was very helpful. Additionally, contributing to the City’s 457 Plan/Deferred Compensation program was one of my best financial decisions.”
What do you miss about your years of City service?
Barbara reflects fondly on the friendships and connections made during her career and takes pride in her professional growth and promotions within the City. In retirement, she continues to find fulfillment in caregiving, family time, crafting, and exploring new interests. She looks forward to the future, especially to traveling more once her husband joins her in retirement.
