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Millcreek school board approves switch to Meritane health plan after heated debate
Summary
On March 23, 2026, the Millcreek Township School District board voted 7'to'2 to approve a switch to the Meritane employee health plan after public comment from union leaders and extended board discussion about continuity of care and projected savings.
On March 23, 2026, the Millcreek Township School District Board of Directors voted 7'to'2 to approve a contract change that will move district employee health coverage to Meritane, a decision that followed hours of public comment and lengthy debate among board members.
The matter drew public opposition before the vote. "A yes vote would mean tonight that you are prioritizing cost savings over employee health and well-being," said Ryan Bickl, who identified himself as president of the Millcreek Education Association, in public comment. Bickl cited staff polling he said showed 93% of teachers, 74% of custodians and 68% of secretaries opposed to the change and urged the board to defer the decision to the upcoming collective-bargaining…
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