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Buhl council votes to cover full employer premium for Minnesota Paid Leave
Summary
The Buhl City Council unanimously directed the city to pay 100% of the employer portion of the Minnesota Paid Leave program for eligible employees, an estimated $2,715 annual premium cost, starting with the program effective January 1, 2026.
The Buhl City Council voted unanimously December 2 to cover the full employer premium for the Minnesota Paid Leave program, which takes effect January 1, 2026.
Staff explained the program carries a total payroll premium of 0.66 percent of wages, of which employers must pay at least 0.22 percent; the council accepted staff’s recommendation that the city pay 100 percent of the premium for all eligible employees, including AFSCME‑covered street employees, the fire department and seasonal staff. The city’s estimated aggregate annual premium cost is $2,715.
Councilor Kealy made the motion directing the city to cover the full employer premium; Councilor Towner supported the motion and it carried unanimously. The minute record shows the action is instructional (authorizing payment of the premium) and does not by itself change payroll or employment terms beyond the coverage decision.
City staff will implement the enrollment and payroll adjustments required for participation in the state program before the statute’s January 1, 2026 effective date. No additional funding source or offset was specified in the meeting materials.
