Consultants propose phased cuts to spouse/dependent county contribution, explore partial self-insurance
Sep 4, 2025
Oakbridge consultants told commissioners the county faces large premium increases and recommended gradually reducing the county’s spouse/dependent contribution from about 82% to 70% over several years, plus evaluating a partial self-insurance model to stabilize costs.
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Consultants from Oakbridge presented renewal results and cost-containment proposals for the county’s employee health insurance at the Sept. 3 special meeting. They recommended a phased reduction in the county’s contribution toward spouse and dependent coverage and studying a partial self-insured funding model as a longer-term option.
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