Summary
Health insurance spending is tracking way over budget and could jump $6 million in FY27. Staff are looking at plan design changes, curbing GLP-1 drug coverage, and offering tiered plans — but union negotiations could push changes beyond FY27.
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Last discussed Jan 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
A potential $6 million increase in the FY27 budget.
Cost controls would ease pressure on taxpayers; employees keep benefits under any redesign.
Employees could see higher deductibles or reduced drug coverage if plans are scaled back.
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