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Coryell County approves 60/40 county/employee health plan for 2025 amid staff concerns over timing
Summary
Commissioners approved an 'Alternate 1' renewal for employee health coverage with a 60% county/40% employee premium split, prompting commissioners and staff to warn that communication to employees and enrollment timing must be managed carefully.
The court approved the county’s 2025 health-insurance renewal plan (Alternate 1) with a 60% county contribution and a 40% employee contribution. The motion passed after commissioners debated timing and communication to staff, with some saying the change could be a substantial pay-impact for employees with dependents.
During discussion a commissioner urged early employee notification: "It's going to be a major change for my employees... I don't know how much money it's saving," a commissioner said, urging staff to explain the change and provide enrollment details. County staff confirmed plan documents are available and that they will distribute information once the court finalizes the choice. The court approved the alternate plan by voice vote.
Next steps: benefits staff will prepare and distribute enrollment materials and cost-impact summaries to departments ahead of open enrollment, and the county will monitor employee feedback.
