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Regional insurance pool outlines loss‑control measures that helped limit claims exposure
Summary
A representative of the Monterey Bay Self‑Insurance Authority summarized multi‑city loss‑control steps — ergonomics, HR training, driver and police risk programs, sidewalk maintenance and safety grants — that have reduced exposure and stabilized premiums for member cities including Greenfield.
A representative of the Monterey Bay Self‑Insurance Authority (a 10‑city insurance pool covering parts of Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties) briefed the council on loss‑control and risk‑management work the pool has implemented to contain claims and limit premium growth.
The presenter, who serves as the pool chair, described efforts that include ergonomics and workplace‑injury prevention programs, employer‑relations resources (Liebert Cassidy Whitmore), a driver and fleet safety program launched in 2025, police risk‑management training and an employee assistance program for mental‑health support. The pool also funds small safety grants (about $7,500 a year) for preventative measures and runs a biennial risk summit for city staff and supervisors.
The chair said the pool has taken steps to capture additional yield on invested funds (an arrangement with a local bank) and continues to refine contract language and training to reduce liability exposure. A notable revenue item in recent years was higher‑than‑expected mutual‑aid reimbursements for Greenfield’s fire responses; that reimbursement activity was described in the budget presentation as improving the city’s revenue picture.
Council members thanked the presenter and said they were reassured by the pool’s progress on training and risk mitigation. No action was required; the presentation was informational.
