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Board approves 21.4% medical premium increase recommended by EBT; trustees note employee impact

Gilbert Public Schools Governing Board · March 31, 2026
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Summary

The governing board approved a 21.4% medical premium increase (and a 1.7% dental increase) for the 2026–27 plan year as recommended by the Employee Benefits Trust, a move district staff said would increase district budgeted expense by roughly $3 million and draw on reserves.

The Gilbert Public Schools governing board on March 31 approved increases to employee medical and dental insurance rates for plan year 2026–27 following a unanimous recommendation from the Employee Benefits Trust (EBT) committees.

Dr. Shane McCord summarized the EBT recommendation: the committee and trust…

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