The latest government meeting convened with a quorum present, allowing discussions to proceed on various agenda items. The meeting began with the approval of minutes from the previous insurance meeting, which was unanimously accepted.

Financial reports for September 2024 were presented, revealing a revenue of $2,302,209 against expenses of $2,881, resulting in a positive balance of $113,515 for the month. Year-to-date figures showed total revenue of $17,413,065 and expenses of $16,995,660, yielding a positive balance of $417,405. However, for the fiscal year 2024-2025, the report indicated a negative balance of $546,598, with total expenditures surpassing revenue.

The meeting also addressed the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) report, which highlighted 27 incidents for September, contributing to a year-to-date incident frequency of 202. The report detailed 152 OSHA recordables, 34 lost day claims, and 97 restricted day claims. The financial impact of these incidents was noted, with incurred costs for 2024 reaching approximately $1.178 million.

In a moment of concern, the health of Commissioner Carl Boyd was addressed. He is currently hospitalized due to a serious septic infection in his ankle and foot. The commission took a moment to pray for his recovery, emphasizing the importance of community support during challenging times.

The meeting concluded with a wellness report indicating that 3,022 wellness points were earned by employees, with 667 employees achieving maximum points. The next agenda item focused on the ancillary RFP, with further discussions anticipated in upcoming meetings.