Issue 160 - June 2025
PRO: FILES
A Milestone of Service: Celebrating Lucy Brockmeier’s Five-Year Anniversary
Brockmeier brings 27 years of experience in workers’ compensation claims and safety program management across diverse industries to her role serving Authority members. Her journey to risk management began unexpectedly—she started college as a biomedical major before shifting to political science and administrative studies with plans to pursue constitutional law. While in graduate school, a receptionist job led her to discover risk management when the company’s risk manager asked for help with a small request.
“I realized I had a natural talent and genuine interest in risk management and insurance,” said Brockmeier. “I’m driven by the opportunity to help organizations prevent incidents before they happen. Risk management allows me to combine strategy, safety, and education to reduce both human and financial costs.”
Since joining the Authority, Brockmeier has evolved from providing member service to taking on increasingly strategic projects and collaborating across departments. She co-developed several initiatives that reflect a shift from reactive support to proactive, solutions-focused engagement.
“I’m particularly proud of the Security Camera Guidelines, Volunteer Program Guidelines, and Powered Vehicle Guidelines, three projects developed directly in response to member needs,” said Brockmeier. “The Security Camera Guidelines came from seeing how overwhelming it was for members to piece together a policy from multiple documents. When interest in a formal policy faded, I revisited the idea later and got approval to develop more practical, accessible guidelines instead.”
The Volunteer Program Guidelines were also a long time coming. “I began updating them when I was 23 weeks pregnant, and my son is now 20 months old,” she added with a laugh. “I was thrilled to help deliver a comprehensive, customizable resource to help cities and municipalities formalize and streamline their volunteer management practices.”
The Powered Vehicle Guidelines were created after two separate member losses involving powered carts. “We saw a clear need for guidance to help prevent future incidents,” she said. “That resource now helps agencies understand compliance requirements, improve operator safety, and reduce risk exposure. All three projects demonstrate how we turn real-world challenges into practical tools our members can use.”
Brockmeier’s approach to working with member agencies is relationship-first, focusing on truly understanding each agency’s goals, challenges, and culture. “I aim to be a trusted advisor—someone members feel comfortable reaching out to,” she said. “What sets me apart is my blend of integrity, technical knowledge, consistent follow-through, and unwavering commitment to going the extra mile.”
Her dedication to Region 3 goes beyond day-to-day responsibilities. “I take pride in serving and supporting our Orange County members. For me, it’s more than a job,” said Brockmeier. “I enjoy building long-term relationships, whether through regular meetings or informal conversations. Seeing the tangible impact of our work in local agencies is deeply fulfilling.”
Over her five years with the Authority, Brockmeier has witnessed significant organizational growth and evolution. “The Authority has grown into a more innovative and responsive organization,” she noted. “We’ve embraced new technology, modernized our processes, and continued building a culture of collaboration. Leadership fosters a supportive environment where initiative is encouraged, and teamwork is the norm.”
Congratulations, Lucy, on your 5th anniversary!
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