Board tables stop‑loss insurance decision, calls Article 10 meeting with union
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The board tabled a proposed stop‑loss insurance consortium arrangement and directed administration to meet with union representatives under Article 10 to review options, negotiate terms and gather alternatives before bringing the proposal back.
The board debated a proposed stop‑loss insurance proposal that would place the district into a consortium; several members raised questions about available options, cap levels and prescription policies.
Director Casey, chair of the personnel committee, requested the item be tabled and called for an Article 10 meeting with union representatives so the bargaining unit could review the proposal. Board members and administration discussed the 25% cap on increases flagged in the proposal and whether that cap was negotiable; administration and the district’s broker (BSI, per remarks) said they would confirm details and provide alternative options. Questions about prescription step therapy and the potential ability to switch vendors at renewal were also raised.
The board voted to table the resolution and instructed staff to schedule an Article 10 executive session with union representatives before taking further action. Members emphasized the need to receive clear information on options, exit terms, and whether annual renewal would allow the district to leave a consortium without penalty.
The tabling motion passed by roll call (9 affirmative). Administration committed to returning with firm answers and options prior to any subsequent vote.