Data Desk   Six-figure L.A. city pensions > Michael W Purkey

Michael W Purkey, $100,457

Department of Water and Power, Electric Distribution Mechanic

Ranks 818th on the Times list of 841 six-figure city pensions


Source: Los Angeles City Employees' Retirement System, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, Los Angeles Fire and Police Pensions
Credits: Rich Connell, Doug Smith, Ben Welsh
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