Board reviews health-insurance renewals; overall township cost shows small decrease

Jul 6, 2026

Superintendent Eric Strayer reported health premiums up 11.67%, dental up 7.09%, and vision up 3.53%; because of staff changes and an employee opting out, the township's total health-insurance cost moved from $135,738.72 last year to $135,144.32 this year. The board will discuss Michigan Public Act 152 at a future meeting.

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Superintendent Eric Strayer presented the township's health-insurance renewal information at the July 6 meeting. The packet shows health insurance rates rising 11.67%, dental 7.09% and vision 3.53%; however, the township's total cost decreased from $135,738.72 last year to $135,144.32 this year owing to employee changes, including the retirement of Kelly Grahan and Trustee Gina Cinquino opting out of the plan.

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