City Council
Regular MeetingIdaho Falls, ID · May 6, 2019
Minutes
May 6, 2019
The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls met in Special Meeting (Council Work Session), Monday, May 6, 2019,
in the Council Chambers in the City Annex Building located at 680 Park Avenue in Idaho Falls, Idaho at 3:00 p.m.
Call to Order and Roll Call:
There were present:
Mayor Rebecca L. Noah Casper
Councilmember Thomas Hally
Councilmember Jim Francis
Councilmember John Radford
Councilmember Michelle Ziel-Dingman
Councilmember Shelly Smede
Councilmember Jim Freeman
Also present:
Chris Fredericksen, Public Work Director
Jason Minzghor, Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), District 6 Engineer
Karen Hiatt, ITD, District 6 Engineering Manager
Kelly Hoopes, Horrocks Engineers, Project Manager
Ryan Day, ITD, District 6 Project Manager
Brad Cramer, Community Development Services Director
Rick Cloutier, Airport Director
Ryan Tew, Human Resources Director
AJ Argyle, Insurance Broker
Dave Radford, Bonneville County Commissioner and Targhee Regional Public Transportation Authority (TRPTA)
Board Member
Randy Fife, City Attorney
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk
Mayor Casper called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. with the following items:
Acceptance and/or Receipt of Minutes:
There were no minutes to accept.
Calendars, Announcements and Reports:
May 7, Budget Watch
May 9, City Council Meeting
May 11, Community Park Playground Build; and, Stamp Out Hunger Day
May 13, Arbor Day Celebration
May 14, Budget and Levy Training; and, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center (DVSAC) Event
May 15, Bonneville Metropolitan Planning Organization (BMPO) Policy Board Meeting; Public Works Construction
Public Meeting; 23rd Annual Peace Officer Memorial; and, School District 91 (SD91) Master Plan Community
Meeting
May 16, Idaho Falls Power (IFP) Board Meeting; and, ITD I-15/US-20 Public Meeting I and II
May 20, City Council Work Session; and, BMPO Community Ride
May 21, TRPTA Stakeholders Meeting
May 23, City Council Meeting
May 24, Ribbon Cutting for Community Park
May 25-27, Field of Honor Events
May 27, Memorial Day (City offices closed)
May 28, Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD) Community Meeting, Strategic Plan
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Mayor Casper stated her Executive Assistant, Kami Morrison, last day with the City will be May 10. A temporary
employee, Annel Rice, will be assisting in the Mayor’s Office for several weeks.
Liaison Reports and Concerns:
Councilmember Hally had no items to report.
Councilmember Smede stated the Library Board contract is receiving final approvals. She also stated several plats
with Community Development Services Department will be forthcoming. She noted Teacher Appreciation Week.
Councilmember Freeman stated RECreateIF survey results are being calculated, more surveys have been received
than anticipated. He also stated discussion is occurring with ITD and SD91 regarding the Broadway crosswalk, and,
summer construction preview will occur at Budget Watch.
Councilmember Francis noted the May 15 Public Works Public Meeting will be informative for the neighborhood
street paving and water line installation.
Councilmember Radford stated there is a video presentation available of the hydro plant operations. He also stated
the pavement project will be occurring in the near future at Community Park.
Councilmember Dingman had no items to report.
US20/I-15 Project Update with ITD:
Director Fredericksen introduced ITD personnel. He then turned the presentation to Mr. Hoopes. Mr. Hoopes stated
a public meeting for the next phase of the US20/I-15 Project will be held May 16. Approximately 13,000 flyers were
distributed for this meeting and the meeting format will include guided tours. Mr. Hoopes then presented a Planning
Environmental Linkages (PEL) video. He stated ITD is still in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
planning process. He then presented an additional introduction video. Mr. Hoopes reviewed Level 2, No-build,
Alternatives. Alternative B will allow slip ramps for traffic to bypass Exits 118 and 119 and then merge back into
traffic with US20. This alternative was removed from further consideration. Alternative C is similar to Alternative B
although this alternative will extend the slip ramps beyond the City Center/Riverside Exit. This ramp will provide an
additional Snake River crossing to the north. The current Lindsay Boulevard Exit would close. This alternative has
been advanced to Level 3. Alternative D did not change the current US20 alignment although it included an additional
alignment north of Exit 119. This caused additional weave issues. This alternative was removed from further
consideration. Alternative E avoids weave issues although it still has fluid connectivity. Grandview would not be
connected as an interchange and would become an overpass structure for local traffic. There would be a proposed
new interchange north of Exit 119. The number of interchanges for the City would not change. Alternative E.1 would
encourage more traffic at the Lewisville Exit, traffic would need to be determined at Science Center Drive. Alternative
E.2 would allow an extra half mile and would separate the weave from Broadway and US20. Both E Alternatives
have been advanced. Alternative F would allow couplets. This alternative was removed. Alternative G would separate
the through traffic and the local traffic. This alternative was removed. Alternative H is very similar to Alternative G
although Alternative H is a connectivity to US26. This alternative advanced. Mr. Hoopes stated any of these
alternatives do not resolve the US20/I-15 exit. A split diamond interchange was also discussed. Alternative I is a
continuation of Alternative H and encourages traffic to the west side to Exit 113. This alternative was removed as
part of this project. Alternative J (came in at Level 2) would minimize the impacts of crossing the Snake River and
would push I-15 traffic to the east side in the vicinity of the Hatch Pit. There was a loss of connectivity for in-town
approach. This alternative was removed. Alternative K pushed traffic to the north. This alternative was removed. Mr.
Hooped stated ITD has been working with BMPO for overall and projected traffic/growth through 2045. He indicated
these are very preliminary phases. The greatest good, greatest benefit, and, the least amount of impact is current being
reviewed. He also noted the area surrounding the Airport has been discussed. Mr. Hoopes reviewed the PEL schedule,
this planning and environmental study is expected to take about 18 months. He also reviewed the Post-PEL project
schedule: 2020-2023 – NEPA Environmental Preliminary Design (pending project funding), 2024-2025 – final
design, 2026-beyond – construction. Mr. Hoopes encouraged utilizing the web site and attendance at the public
meeting. General comments followed. Ms. Hiatt indicated this project would be Federal/State funded. She also noted
the procurement process has not yet been determined.
Moratorium Discussion and Update:
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Director Cramer indicated actions to lift the moratorium are scheduled for the May 9, 2019, Council Meeting. He
stated lifting the moratorium will be considered as a resolution and will follow three (3) public hearings including
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Map, adoption of a new zoning ordinance of the Airport Overlay Zone, and,
rezoning of properties that are impacted by the Airport Overlay Zone. Director Cramer stated adjustments have been
made since the April 2, 2019, Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission meeting following public outreach meetings
and recommendations. Amendments include a shift of the green belt and mixed use areas rather than low density
residential. These adjustments were due to investment and planning previously made for the area, wanting to stay
within the restricted area guideline, and, adjustments to size. Director Cramer noted a longer-range plan for this area
is still being discussed. He compared Snake River Landing, which is just under 600 acres, to the Comprehensive Plan
change, which is just over 600 acres. He believes there is adequate space for growth. Mayor Casper believes
Community Development Services (CDS) has devised a plan that is as responsive as it can be. Director Cramer stated
CDS has tried to respect property rights while protecting the airport. He stated this code has been reviewed by the
airport, the airport consultants, and, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Councilmember Freeman questioned
the southern end of the airport. Director Cramer stated this area was previously anticipated so there was no need to
modify the area at this time. He also stated there is no development pressure for the area at this time. Director Cramer
noted the Comprehensive Plan Map does not follow property lines and has room for adjustments. Mr. Fife clarified
the effect of these changes is only within City limits. Director Cramer and Director Cloutier reviewed the uses and
restrictions in the Off Airport Land Use Map. General discussion and comments followed.
City Employee Wages and Benefits Discussion, Part 2:
Mayor Casper stated this discussion will include medical benefits. She indicated the preliminary wage and benefits
discussion will assist with future department budget discussions. Director Tew concurred. She then turned the
presentation to Director Tew and Mr. Argyle with general discussion throughout:
2019-2020 Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Increase –
City Share $784,295
Employees Share $138,870
Total $923,165
Director Tew stated the City has experienced a sizeable increase in the rates. He noted there has been no increase in
the previous two (2) years. Mr. Argyle stated there was a significant decrease in the overall rates in the previous year
which has caused a significant increase in the current year. The average of five (5) years has been a 2.4% increase.
Mr. Argyle stated the loss ratio is currently running at 85%, the Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Plan was
running at 100% loss ratio (these rates do not include the 15% administration fee that Blue Cross is allowed to take).
He indicated the experience includes the City’s cost to Blue Cross versus claims paid out. Due to this increase Mr.
Argyle does not recommend self-insurance at this time.
Potential methods for shifting costs –
Change employer/employee previous splits - affects all covered employees
Change PPO Plan Design - affects PPO plan users only
Combination
Premium increase with different split scenarios –
PPO HSA City + Employee = Total Increase
Current Split $784,295 $138,870 $923,165
1. 90/10 97/3 $829,576 $93,589 $923,165
2. 88/12 96/4 $630,915 $292,250 $923,165
3. 85/15 95/5 $344,443 $578,722 $923,165
Mr. Argyle briefly reviewed Health Savings Account (HSA) and PPO benefits and deductibles. He stated PPO is
driving the health care costs. He also stated the City has a one-way retention agreement. This agreement allows almost
all of the benefits with none of the risks. The disadvantage of the one-way retention agreement is the premium tax.
Mr. Argyle stated no other carriers will bid a one-way retention agreement.
Potential PPO Plan Design Changes
1. Increase office visit co-pay (0.9% reduction in total PPO cost)
2. Increase deductible (1.6% reduction)
3. Increase medical out-of-pocket maximum (1.3% reduction)
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4. Add brand RX deductible (2.5% reduction)
Director Tew reviewed recommended changes. He believes these recommended changes are the least impactful to
the employees. Some changes would affect all employees while some changes would only affect certain employees.
Office visit co-pay, change to $40, -0.9% impact on premium, $72,877 difference
Deductible, change to $1,250 individual/$3,750 family, -1.6% impact on premium, $129,559 difference
Medical out-of-pocket, change to $1,750 individual/$5,250 family in-network change to $2,250
individual/$6,750 family out-network, -1.3% impact on premium, $105,267 difference
Prescription drugs, add $250 brand Rx deductible (per person), -2.5% impact on premium, $202,436
difference
Councilmember Francis questioned the cost of name brand prescriptions. Mr. Argyle stated if a general prescription
were not available, the employee would end up paying the higher amount. Councilmember Hally stated he is in favor
of spreading any costs equally to all employees. Councilmember Francis requested data showing the impact to the
lower step and grade employees. Councilmember Smede believes health care benefits are beyond the City.
Councilmember Radford believes general health care benefits are out of control. Mr. Argyle stated Blue Cross insures
70% of businesses in the State, therefore they are able to negotiate costs/discounts. Mayor Casper stated a decision
will be needed for a cost of living adjustment (COLA) as well as insurance benefits by May 20. She stated this
decision will be designed to help the employees and not balance the budget on the backs of the employees. Director
Tew stated a 2.5% COLA plus the increase of benefits would amount to $1.7M. Councilmember Hally prefers the
City benefit cost share be reduced by ~$200,000, he is in favor of changing the ratios of the premiums.
Councilmember Freeman is not in favor of the $250 Rx deductible. Councilmember Francis concurred. He would be
in favor of the $40 co-pay. Councilmember Dingman concurred. Councilmember Radford is in favor of the current
ratio. Councilmember Dingman does not believe these recommended increases are a significant impact to the
employees. Following consensus of the Council to shift some of the costs to the employees, Director Tew stated he
will present additional scenarios.
Mr. Argyle reviewed Mandatory Case Management stating a nurse and/or health coach would be assigned to a high
risk employee, spouse, or dependent who may not be controlling a health condition; this is the best option to help
curve long-term costs; and, would be included as part of the wellness. There is no additional cost for this service.
There was consensus of the Council to add the Mandatory Case Management.
Director Tew clarified the salary increase calculation per the April 22, 2019 COLA discussion. He stated the
calculation includes the base, longevity, step increase, and, additional pay (for certain employees).
Discussion and Consideration of Local Match for Public Transit:
Mayor Casper stated the remaining members of the TRPTA board have been trying to resolve the recent closure of
TRPTA as well as the challenges moving forward. She indicated TRPTA is focusing on past payroll for the TRPTA
employees. She then turned the discussion to Councilmember Dingman. Councilmember Dingman stated on May 2,
the TRPTA Board of Directors moved to terminate all employees due to the dire financial situation. The TRPTA
Board of Directors also took action to handle operational duties and the proper disposal of the remaining TRPTA
assets. She reiterated the priority is to pay the outstanding payroll as the employees did not receive their last
paycheck(s) due to lack of funds. Councilmember Dingman stated a conference call occurred on May 3 with the
Federal Transit Authority (FTA) and ITD regarding the Federal funding process. She indicated the local match
describes the monies given to TRPTA by local governmental and community entities. The City of Idaho Falls, as the
largest single source of local match, budgeted $140,000 with quarterly payments of $35,000. The City Council voted
to withhold the third quarterly payment due to FTA sanctions. Shortly thereafter, the FTA refused to lift the sanctions,
therefore, the City Council once again denied the third quarterly payment and requested a dissolution plan.
Councilmember Dingman stated TRPTA currently has four (4) Board Directors, including herself, Bonneville County
Commissioner Radford (acting Board Chair), City of Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti, and, City of Rexburg Mayor Jerry
Merrill. She expressed her appreciation to Commissioner Radford and to the volunteer board. TRPTA currently has
outstanding payroll liabilities of approximately $100,000, this represents services rendered. TRPTA has two (2) lines
of credit with a total balance amount of $185,000. It is believed these lines of credit were primarily spent on payroll
and other related operational expenses. Other expenses amount to $15,000 for radio communication services and
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legal services, there may be unknown additional expenses. There is approximately $11,000 in TRPTAs bank account
as of May 2 due to deposits for Medicaid reimbursements. FTA has offered TRPTA an 80/20 match, with TRPTA
providing 20% of the grant match, to cover current outstanding payroll liabilities. Councilmember Dingman
emphasized the only way to tap into FTA funds is for local match to be given to TRPTA. The local match scenario
is the foundation for the entire annual budget. The City of Idaho Falls is the only organization that provides funds on
a quarterly basis versus an annual amount. Mayor Casper indicated the quarterly payments have been occurring for
several years, TRPTA did not express any concern regarding these quarterly payments. Councilmember Dingman
stated FTA has partially removed the echo suspension which will allow the Board to draw down funds from the FTA
grants. She requested Council approval for the release of the $35,000 quarterly payment to allow TRPTA to draw
down the FTA matching funds of 80/20 ratio to allow payment to former TRPTA employees for services already
provided/rendered. It was noted the City has currently paid two quarters ($70,000) of the annual $140,000 amount.
Commissioner Radford reiterated additional unknown expenses. He stated TRPTA has been in partnership for 25
years and has performed services for a lot of people in need. He believes the employees should be treated fairly and
quickly as possible. He indicated the TRPTA business model did not provide for any reserves. He believes there is
an asset with the TRPTA building and resources available to move forward. He also believes more than the $35,000
needs to be paid in order to access the grants to pay additional debts. Councilmember Dingman stated TRPTA will
not receive the majority of money from the sale of assets, this will go to FTA and ITD. Mayor Casper stated the
current request is for $35,000 although there is an additional $35,000 available for future needs. She clarified
withholding the City money on April 1, 2019, was not the reason for the FTA sanction. Councilmember Dingman
confirmed. She stated the FTA sanctions were a direct result of operational mismanagement and financial issues of
the organization. The City’s quarterly payment may have lessened the current liabilities but, TRPTA was a financially
unstable organization regardless. Commissioner Radford expressed his concern for the line of credit at that time.
Councilmember Freeman is in favor of paying the entire $70,000 as TRPTA incurred this debt while serving the
people in the City. Commissioner Radford indicated audit issues from 2016 had not been resolved. He also indicated
there was no board discussion regarding reimbursements. Councilmember Dingman stated documents must be
provided in a reimbursement process. Mayor Casper stated the City will not be receiving services for the fourth
quarter of payment, she recommended holding the fourth quarter funds for future TRPTA needs or future investment
of public transit. Councilmember Dingman noted program and administration costs are 80/20 match, operating costs
could be reimbursed at 50/50. It was then moved by Councilmember Hally, seconded by Councilmember Freeman,
to release the third quarter of payment for TRPTA for public match. Commissioner Radford stated the Board of
Director will work closely to protect the assets. Councilmember Francis stated the information presented is what was
requested by the Council. He believes the money could have been previously released. Roll call as follows: Aye –
Councilmembers Dingman, Radford, Francis, Smede, Hally, Freeman. Nay – none. Motion carried. Commissioner
Radford expressed his appreciation to Councilmember Dingman.
There being no further business, it was moved by Councilmember Radford, seconded by Councilmember Smede, to
adjourn at 6:27 p.m. and move into Executive Session. The Executive Session is being called pursuant to the
provisions of Idaho Code Section 74-206(1)(f) To communicate with legal counsel for the public agency to discuss
the legal ramifications of and legal options for pending litigation, or controversies not yet being litigated, but
imminently likely to be litigated. The Executive Session will be held in the City Annex Conference Room. At the
conclusion of the Executive Session the Council will not reconvene into Regular Council Meeting. Roll call as
follows: Aye – Councilmembers Radford, Freeman, Smede, Francis, Dingman, Hally. Nay – none. Motion carried.
The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls met in Special Council Meeting (Executive Session), Monday, May 6,
2019, in the City Annex Conference Room in the City Annex Building located at 680 Park Avenue in Idaho Falls,
Idaho at 6:32 p.m.
There were present:
Mayor Rebecca L. Noah Casper
Councilmember Shelly Smede
Councilmember Michelle Ziel-Dingman
Councilmember Jim Francis
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Councilmember John Radford
Councilmember Thomas Hally
Councilmember Jim Freeman
Also present:
Pamela Alexander, Municipal Services Director
Bear Prairie, Idaho Falls Power General Manager
Chris Fredericksen, Public Works Director
Michael Kirkham, Assistant City Attorney
Randy Fife, City Attorney
The Executive Session was called pursuant to the provisions of Idaho Code Section 74-206(1)(f) to communicate
with legal counsel for the public agency to discuss the legal ramifications of and legal options for pending litigation,
or controversies not yet being litigated, but imminently likely to be litigated.
There being no further business, the Executive Session concluded at 7:00 p.m.
s/ Kathy Hampton s/ Rebecca L. Noah Casper
CITY CLERK MAYOR
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Agenda
City Council
Rebecca Casper
May 6, 2019
Recent Proclamations
Attached please find copies of official Proclamations prepared and released by the Mayor’s Office for
April and May 2019.
Earth Day (April 27)
Worker’s Memorial Day (April 28)
Letter Carriers’ Nationwide “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive Day (May 11)
Red Poppy Days (May 20-27)
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, eastern Idahoans are fortunate to live in an area that is blessed with awe-inspiring beauty and
natural wonders; and
WHEREAS, surrounded by the unique treasure of the Snake River Plain, the majestic Tetons and the
spectacular Yellowstone Plateau, Eastern Idaho provides a dynamic blend of outdoor beauty
and recreational opportunity; and
WHEREAS, the South Fork and the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River, Yellowstone and Grand Teton
National parks and Craters of the Moon are known the world over, conjuring up majestic
images of rugged mountains, spectacular forests, lakes, wetlands and more – all of which
deserve our vigilant protection; and
WHEREAS, eastern Idahoans are joining others throughout our country and the world to observe this day
by participating in events and activities that promote respect for and protection of our planet;
and
WHEREAS, federal, state and local governments, non-profit organizations, businesses and concerned
citizens everywhere are adopting policies and practices to improve our environment – not only
on Earth Day, but every day; and
WHEREAS, Earth Day provides an opportunity to more fully appreciate our natural heritage, increase our
ecological awareness and preserve our environment.
THEREFORE, I, REBECCA CASPER, MAYOR of the City of Idaho Falls, do hereby proclaim April 27th,
2019 as the day residents of the City of Idaho Falls shall enthusiastically celebrate
EARTH DAY
and invite all citizens to visit the booths and displays, ask questions, learn about our environment and consider the
role they may play in preserving the natural beauty of our city and the surrounding region.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my
hand and caused the seal of the City of Idaho Falls to
be affixed on this 27th day of April, Two Thousand
and Nineteen.
_____________________________________
Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor
City of Idaho Falls
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, every year tens of thousands of American workers are killed by workplace injuries
and occupational disease; and
WHEREAS, tens of thousands more are permanently disabled; and
WHEREAS, renewing our efforts to seek stronger health and safety protections, better
standards and enforcement, and fair and just compensation helps to prevent
such tragedies; and
WHEREAS, improving safety and health in every American work place is the responsibility of
concerned Americans; and
WHEREAS, April 28th is a day set aside to remember victims of workplace injuries and
disease.
THEREFORE, I, REBECCA CASPER, MAYOR of the City of Idaho Falls, do hereby
proclaim April 27th as
WORKER’S MEMORIAL DAY
in recognition of workers killed, injured and disabled on the job and encourage everyone to
consider thoughtfully the role each of us can play in promoting safer working environments even
as we remember and celebrate the precious lives that have been lost including
TROY D. HIGGINS
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto
set my hand and caused the seal of the City
of Idaho Falls to be affixed on this 27th day
of April, Two Thousand and Nineteen.
____________________________________
Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor
City of Idaho Falls
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the need to serve the less fortunate – including America’s children, elderly, and working poor will
ever be with us; and
WHEREAS, hunger is a very real problem for many individuals and families; and
WHEREAS, all across the country local food banks that feed the hungry run frighteningly low on critical
supplies just before the summer months, which, ironically, is a time when many people look to
food banks for assistance as school breakfast and lunch programs become less available to
children; and
WHEREAS, every year on the second Saturday in May, Letter Carriers across the country work together to
help alleviate hunger throughout the country by carrying out the nation’s largest one-day food
drive, distributing the donations to local food banks; and
WHEREAS, this food drive has been fighting food insecurity in our community for 26 years; and
WHEREAS, all of the food collected in our community stays in our community; and
WHEREAS, we commend our local letter carriers, represented by the NALC Branch 1364, Idaho Falls, Idaho,
for their diligence and commitment to serving the Idaho Falls public to the best of their ability on
this day and every day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, REBECCA L. NOAH CASPER, MAYOR of the City of Idaho Falls, do hereby
proclaim May 11, 2019 as,
LETTER CARRIERS’ NATIONWIDE
“STAMP OUT HUNGER” FOOD DRIVE DAY
in the City of Idaho Falls, and urge all citizens of the community to participate in this worthwhile endeavor to help
those in need by leaving nonperishable food items out near their mailboxes on Saturday May 11th, 2019
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my
hand and caused the seal of the City of Idaho Falls to
be affixed on this 6th day of May, Two Thousand
and nineteen.
_____________________________________
Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor
City of Idaho Falls
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, America is a land of freedom, preserved and protected willingly and voluntarily by
citizen soldiers; and
WHEREAS, millions who have stepped forward to answer the call to arms have died on the field
of battle; and
WHEREAS, from time to time, a nation at peace must be reminded of the price of war and the
debt owed to those who have given their lives; and
WHEREAS, the American Legion Auxiliary has pledged to remind Americans annually of this
debt through the distribution of the memorial flower; and
WHEREAS, the red poppy is recognized the world over as a symbol of peace and sleep as it
beautifully represents the sacrifice of all lives in all wars.
THEREFORE, I, REBECCA CASPER, MAYOR of the City of Idaho Falls, do hereby
proclaim May 20-27 as
RED POPPY DAYS
in Idaho Falls and request that all Idaho Falls citizens pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate
sacrifice in the name of freedom by wearing the Red Memorial Poppy on this day.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set
my hand and caused the seal of the City of Idaho
Falls to be affixed on this 13th day of May, Two
Thousand and Nineteen.
___________________________________
Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor
City of Idaho Falls
PARKS & RECREATION
SHADE TREE COMMITTEE MINUTES
Tuesday February 26 , 2019
Activity Center
12:00 Noon
ATTENDEES:
Delbert Lloyd, Matt Hill, Ronnie Campbell, Lee Washburn, PJ Holm, Brian Stevens, Kim Johnson and Terrie Safford
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
No Quorum
PUBLIC COMMENTS
We had some visitors from Idaho Falls High School
STREET TREES ON LINDSAY CONFERENCE CALL
Matt, Lee And Kim are still making a plan for Fairbridge Motel to present to Mayor and Council
EDUCATE THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
Jim will talk with Mayor and find out what she wants from Shade Tree so we can show them why Shade Tree is
important to our community.
PLAN FOR 2019 BUDGET
Delbert suggest we contact other cities to see how they work their budget and get training for Committee Members.
PJ suggest we bring training to us or try to meet with other communities. Lee and Brian suggest we talk to Gerry
Bates on this matter. Kim suggest we educate public by having a town hall meeting to listen to the community.
GOALS FOR MAYOR
Jim was not present to give us any info he got from Mayor.
DOWNTOWN PROJECT
We will be removing and replacing all the trees and structural soil will be added Delbert will start on Memorial and
work their way to Yellowstone and new self-watering flower pots will be added. We will be taking out 64 trees and
putting in more than 64 new trees.
CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS
How can we build a budget for Shade Tree
Plan for trees at Fairbridge Motel
Goals for Mayor
Recorded by
Terrie Safford
PARKS & RECREATION
SHADE TREE COMMITTEE MINUTES
Tuesday March 26, 2019
Activity Center
12:00 Noon
ATTENDEES:
Matt Hill, Ronnie Campbell, Lee Washburn, PJ Holm, Jim Freeman, Kami Morrison, Gerry Bates, Randy Westergard
and Terrie Safford
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Matt Hill and Randy Westergard second
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The tree letters and brochures we sent out, people are thinking they are in violation already so we have gotten many
calls.
STREET TREES ON LINDSAY ( FAIRBRIDGE HOTEL)
Lee has a plan for the trees and is still working on a plan, he is worried if we dig out the old trees we may run into
power. Gerry brought a tree appraisal so we could see what the cost of the trees are and what it will cost to replace
them. Kami’s wonders if we (the City) could pay half and the business can pay half of the expense. Jim said it would be
nice to have the same size trees as the rest of Lindsey Blv. Matt said maybe make this an Arbor Day project.
HOW TO BUILD A BUDGET FOR SHADE TREE COMMITTEE
Gerry suggests we do a training/ conference for South East Idaho with a charge of some sort, he said he could
possibly do the training.
GOALS FOR MAYOR
Kami and Jim are going to talk with Mayor about goals.
CALL FOR AGENDA ITEMS
Arbor Day Schedule. Maybe do a scout project.
When do we want to do a training conference? City of IF will sponsor it and include lunch.
Ordinance for Shade Tree
Recorded by
Terrie Safford
Ryan Tew
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Wages and Benefits Discussion
Item Description
Attached are materials for discussion with City Council regarding the medical, dental, and vision
insurance renewal for fiscal year 2019 – 2020.
Purpose
Inform Council of upcoming increase to City benefit plan costs and discuss options on how to
proceed. This discussion pertains to the PBB category of good governance and the desired result of
attracting, developing, rewarding, and retaining a high quality, engaged, and productive workforce.
Fiscal Impact / Financial Review
Increase of approximately $923,165 to Employee Benefit Insurance Plan Premiums in 2019 – 2020.
The City share and employee share of the increase will be determined by City Council.
Legal Review
Has been reviewed and approved by City Attorney’s Office.
Interdepartmental Review
Has been reviewed by Mayor’s Office, Municipal Services and Human Resources Departments
Recommended Action
No action at this time.
☐ Economic ☒ Governance ☐ Growth ☐ Learning
☐ Livable ☐ Safety ☐ Sustainability ☐ Transportation
CITY EMPLOYEE
BENEFITS
DISCUSSION
May 6, 2019
2019 - 2020 Medical/Dental/Vision
Insurance Increase
City Share $784,295
Employees Share $138,870
Total: $923,165
Note: This City/Employee ratio assumes current premium structure and plan design.
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2019 - 2020 Medical/Dental/Vision
Insurance Increase
■ Causes of the large increase
– Loss Ratio was running 85% on the plan at the time of renewal
■ The PPO Plan was running 100% loss ratio
– These rates do not include the 15% administration fee that Blue Cross is allowed to
take based on PPACA
Potential Methods for Shifting Costs
■ Change Employer/Employee Premium Splits
Affects all covered employees
■ Change PPO Plan Design
Affects PPO plan users only
■ Combination
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Premium Increase with Different Split
Scenarios
PPO HSA City + Employee = Total Increase
Current Split $784,295 $138,870 $923,165
1. 90/10 97/3 $829,576 $93,589 $923,165
2. 88/12 96/4 $630,915 $292,250 $923,165
3. 85/15 95/5 $344,443 $578,722 $923,165
Potential PPO Plan Design Changes
1. Increase Office Visit Co-Pay (0.9% reduction in total PPO cost)
2. Increase Deductible (1.6% reduction)
3. Increase Medical Out-of-Pocket Maximum (1.3% reduction)
4. Add Brand Rx Deductible (2.5% reduction)
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Example #1: Changes to Premium Split
and Plan Design
PPO Split - 88/12; Co-Pay $40; Deductible $1,250/$3,750
City Share of Total PPO Premium Increase $546,032
0.9% Reduction In City Cost of PPO ($64,132)
1.6% Reduction In City Cost of PPO ($114,012)
Revised City Share of Total PPO Premium Increase $367,888
Example #2: Changes to Premium Split
and Plan Design
PPO Split: 88/12; Out of Pocket Maximum $1,750/$5,250; $2,250/$6,750
City Share of Total PPO Premium Increase $546,032
1.3% Reduction In City Cost of PPO ($92,635)
Revised City Share of Total PPO Premium Increase $453,397
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Mandatory Case Management
■ Would assign a nurse and/or a health coach to any employee, spouse, or dependent that
is a high risk or not controlling a health condition
■ Best option to help curve long term cost
■ Make part of wellness
– Require all employees that qualify to participate
*Pocatello is making this effective this year. The state has been doing it for years.
Categories Included in
City Salary Increase Calculation
Base $41,117,353
Longevity $732,699
Step Increase $316,064
Additional Pay $413,270
Total $42,579,386
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Current (PPO 89.5/10.5 HSA 95/5)
Current Plan Proposed Plan Difference
Current PPO Monthly Monthly Monthly
City Pays Current % PPO Benefits.
Employee pays Current%. City Employee Total City Employee Total City Change Employee Change
65 Employee $ 540.36 $ 51.15 $ - $ 591.51 $ 582.44 $ 68.64 $ - $ 651.08 42.08 17.49
86 Employee & Spouse 1,124.90 122.59 - 1,247.49 1,230.16 144.96 - 1,375.12 105.26 22.37
19 Employee +1 Child 762.10 76.00 - 838.10 823.96 97.10 - 921.06 61.86 21.10
19 Employee +2+ Children 1,098.85 111.06 - 1,209.91 1,187.98 139.99 - 1,327.97 89.13 28.93
210 Family 1,616.21 182.23 - 1,798.44 1,771.91 208.80 - 1,980.71 155.70 26.57
Fire Union
1 Employee $ 472.00 $ 119.51 $ - $ 591.51 $ 514.08 $ 137.00 $ - $ 651.08 42.08 17.49
5 Employee & Spouse 1,056.54 190.95 - 1,247.49 1,161.80 213.32 - 1,375.12 105.26 22.37
0 Employee +1 Child 693.74 144.36 - 838.10 755.60 165.46 - 921.06 61.86 21.10
0 Employee +2+ Children 1,030.49 179.42 - 1,209.91 1,119.62 208.35 - 1,327.97 89.13 28.93
53 Family 1,547.85 250.59 - 1,798.44 1,703.55 277.16 - 1,980.71 155.70 26.57
Current Plan Proposed Plan Difference
Current HSA Monthly Monthly Monthly
City Pays Current % HSA Benefits. Yearly City Yearly City
Employee pays Current%. City Employee Contribution Total City Employee Contribution Total City Change Employee Change
37 Employee $ 505.17 $ - $ 1,750.00 $ 2,255.17 $ 516.34 $ 15.42 $ 1,750.00 $ 2,281.76 $ 11.17 $ 15.42
8 Employee & Spouse 1,032.35 29.29 1,750.00 2,811.64 1,085.84 32.43 1,750.00 2,868.27 53.49 3.14
4 Employee +1 Child 708.13 9.92 1,750.00 2,468.05 733.25 21.90 1,750.00 2,505.15 25.12 11.98
5 Employee +2+ Children 1,014.99 24.69 1,750.00 2,789.68 1,061.02 31.69 1,750.00 2,842.71 46.03 7.00
50 Family 1,481.11 52.52 1,750.00 3,283.63 1,567.91 46.83 1,750.00 3,364.74 86.80 (5.69)
Fire Union
14 Employee $ 436.81 $ 68.36 $ 1,750.00 $ 2,255.17 $ 447.98 $ 83.78 $ 1,750.00 $ 2,281.76 $ 11.17 $ 15.42
6 Employee & Spouse 963.99 97.65 1,750.00 2,811.64 1,017.48 100.79 1,750.00 2,868.27 53.49 3.14
1 Employee +1 Child 639.77 78.28 1,750.00 2,468.05 664.89 90.26 1,750.00 2,505.15 25.12 11.98
1 Employee +2+ Children 946.63 93.05 1,750.00 2,789.68 992.66 100.05 1,750.00 2,842.71 46.03 7.00
36 Family 1,412.75 120.88 1,750.00 3,283.63 1,499.55 115.19 1,750.00 3,364.74 86.80 (5.69)
Current Proposed Difference
City Cost for PPO per Year (399 Regular Employees & 59 Fire Union Employees) $ 7,133,012.40 $ 7,807,084.15 $ 674,071.75
City Cost for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 2,079,092.88 2,189,316.35 110,223.47
$ 9,212,105.28 $ 9,996,400.51 $ 784,295.23
City Contribution for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 283,500.00 283,500.00 -
Total Estimated City Cost $ 9,495,605.28 $ 10,279,900.51 $ 784,295.23
Employee Cost for PPO per Year (399 Regular Employees & 59 Fire Union Employees) 840,545.52 974,101.85 133,556.33
Employee Cost for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 109,072.80 114,385.93 5,313.13
Total Estimated Employee Cost $ 949,618.32 $ 1,088,487.77 $ 138,869.45
Total Estimated City-Wide Costs $ 10,445,223.60 $ 11,368,388.28 $ 923,164.68
*Formulas, calculations, and totals are presented to show an estimated scenario if the health benefits allocations change. These are not intended to be recommendations or proposals and do not affect collective bargaining.
Scenario 1 (PPO 90/10 HSA 97/3)
Current Plan Proposed Plan Difference
Scenario 1 PPO Monthly Monthly Monthly
City Pays 90% PPO Benefits. Employee pays
10%. City Employee Total City Employee Total City Change Employee Change
65 Employee $ 540.36 $ 51.15 $ - $ 591.51 $ 585.97 $ 65.11 $ - $ 651.08 45.61 13.96
86 Employee & Spouse 1,124.90 122.59 - 1,247.49 1,237.61 137.51 - 1,375.12 112.71 14.92
19 Employee +1 Child 762.10 76.00 - 838.10 828.95 92.11 - 921.06 66.85 16.11
19 Employee +2+ Children 1,098.85 111.06 - 1,209.91 1,195.17 132.80 - 1,327.97 96.32 21.74
210 Family 1,616.21 182.23 - 1,798.44 1,782.64 198.07 - 1,980.71 166.43 15.84
Fire Union
1 Employee $ 472.00 $ 119.51 $ - $ 591.51 $ 517.61 $ 133.47 $ - $ 651.08 45.61 13.96
5 Employee & Spouse 1,056.54 190.95 - 1,247.49 1,169.25 205.87 - 1,375.12 112.71 14.92
0 Employee +1 Child 693.74 144.36 - 838.10 760.59 160.47 - 921.06 66.85 16.11
0 Employee +2+ Children 1,030.49 179.42 - 1,209.91 1,126.81 201.16 - 1,327.97 96.32 21.74
53 Family 1,547.85 250.59 - 1,798.44 1,714.28 266.43 - 1,980.71 166.43 15.84
TOTAL
Current Plan Proposed Plan Difference
Scenario 1 HSA Monthly Monthly Monthly
City Pays 97% HSA Benefits. Employee pays Yearly City Yearly City
3%. City Employee Contribution Total City Employee Contribution Total City Change Employee Change
37 Employee $ 505.17 $ - $ 1,750.00 $ 2,255.17 $ 515.81 $ 15.95 $ 1,750.00 $ 677.59 $ 10.64 $ 15.95
8 Employee & Spouse 1,032.35 29.29 1,750.00 2,811.64 1,084.72 33.55 1,750.00 1,264.10 52.37 4.26
4 Employee +1 Child 708.13 9.92 1,750.00 2,468.05 732.50 22.65 1,750.00 900.98 24.37 12.73
5 Employee +2+ Children 1,014.99 24.69 1,750.00 2,789.68 1,059.93 32.78 1,750.00 1,238.54 44.94 8.09
50 Family 1,481.11 52.52 1,750.00 3,283.63 1,566.30 48.44 1,750.00 1,760.57 85.19 (4.08)
Fire Union
14 Employee $ 436.81 $ 68.36 $ 1,750.00 $ 2,255.17 $ 447.45 $ 84.31 $ 1,750.00 $ 677.59 $ 10.64 $ 15.95
6 Employee & Spouse 963.99 97.65 1,750.00 2,811.64 1,016.36 101.91 1,750.00 1,264.10 52.37 4.26
1 Employee +1 Child 639.77 78.28 1,750.00 2,468.05 664.14 91.01 1,750.00 900.98 24.37 12.73
1 Employee +2+ Children 946.63 93.05 1,750.00 2,789.68 991.57 101.14 1,750.00 1,238.54 44.94 8.09
36 Family 1,412.75 120.88 1,750.00 3,283.63 1,497.94 116.80 1,750.00 1,760.57 85.19 (4.08)
Current Proposed Difference
City Cost for PPO per Year (399 Regular Employees & 59 Fire Union Employees) $ 7,133,012.40 $ 7,854,668.52 $ 721,656.12
City Cost for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 2,079,092.88 2,187,012.65 107,919.77
$ 9,212,105.28 $ 10,041,681.17 $ 829,575.89
City Contribution for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 283,500.00 283,500.00 -
Total Estimated City Cost $ 9,495,605.28 $ 10,325,181.17 $ 829,575.89
Employee Cost for PPO per Year (399 Regular Employees & 59 Fire Union Employees) 840,545.52 926,517.48 85,971.96
Employee Cost for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 109,072.80 116,689.63 7,616.83
Total Estimated Employee Cost $ 949,618.32 $ 1,043,207.11 $ 93,588.79
Total Estimated City-Wide Costs $ 10,445,223.60 $ 11,368,388.28 $ 923,164.68
*Formulas, calculations, and totals are presented to show an estimated scenario if the health benefits allocations change. These are not intended to be recommendations or proposals and do not affect collective bargaining.
Scenario 2 (PPO 88/12 HSA 96/4)
Current Plan Proposed Plan Difference
Scenario 2 PPO Monthly Monthly Monthly
City Pays 88% PPO Benefits. Employee
pays 12%. City Employee Total City Employee Total City Change Employee Change
65 Employee $ 540.36 $ 51.15 $ - $ 591.51 $ 572.95 $ 78.13 $ - $ 651.08 32.59 26.98
86 Employee & Spouse 1,124.90 122.59 - 1,247.49 1,210.11 165.01 - 1,375.12 85.21 42.42
19 Employee +1 Child 762.10 76.00 - 838.10 810.53 110.53 - 921.06 48.43 34.53
19 Employee +2+ Children 1,098.85 111.06 - 1,209.91 1,168.61 159.36 - 1,327.97 69.76 48.30
210 Family 1,616.21 182.23 - 1,798.44 1,743.02 237.69 - 1,980.71 126.81 55.46
Fire Union
1 Employee $ 472.00 $ 119.51 $ - $ 591.51 $ 504.59 $ 146.49 $ - $ 651.08 32.59 26.98
5 Employee & Spouse 1,056.54 190.95 - 1,247.49 1,141.75 233.37 - 1,375.12 85.21 42.42
0 Employee +1 Child 693.74 144.36 - 838.10 742.17 178.89 - 921.06 48.43 34.53
0 Employee +2+ Children 1,030.49 179.42 - 1,209.91 1,100.25 227.72 - 1,327.97 69.76 48.30
53 Family 1,547.85 250.59 - 1,798.44 1,674.66 306.05 - 1,980.71 126.81 55.46
Current Plan Proposed Plan Difference
Scenario 2 HSA Monthly Monthly Monthly
City Pays 96% HSA Benefits. Employee Yearly City Yearly City
pays 4%. City Employee Contribution Total City Employee Contribution Total City Change Employee Change
37 Employee $ 505.17 $ - $ 1,750.00 $ 2,255.17 $ 510.49 $ 21.27 $ 1,750.00 $ 677.59 $ 5.32 $ 21.27
8 Employee & Spouse 1,032.35 29.29 1,750.00 2,811.64 1,073.54 44.73 1,750.00 1,264.10 41.19 15.44
4 Employee +1 Child 708.13 9.92 1,750.00 2,468.05 724.94 30.21 1,750.00 900.98 16.81 20.29
5 Employee +2+ Children 1,014.99 24.69 1,750.00 2,789.68 1,049.00 43.71 1,750.00 1,238.54 34.01 19.02
50 Family 1,481.11 52.52 1,750.00 3,283.63 1,550.15 64.59 1,750.00 1,760.57 69.04 12.07
Fire Union
14 Employee $ 436.81 $ 68.36 $ 1,750.00 $ 2,255.17 $ 442.13 $ 89.63 $ 1,750.00 $ 677.59 $ 5.32 $ 21.27
6 Employee & Spouse 963.99 97.65 1,750.00 2,811.64 1,005.18 113.09 1,750.00 1,264.10 41.19 15.44
1 Employee +1 Child 639.77 78.28 1,750.00 2,468.05 656.58 98.57 1,750.00 900.98 16.81 20.29
1 Employee +2+ Children 946.63 93.05 1,750.00 2,789.68 980.64 112.07 1,750.00 1,238.54 34.01 19.02
36 Family 1,412.75 120.88 1,750.00 3,283.63 1,481.79 132.95 1,750.00 1,760.57 69.04 12.07
Current Proposed Difference
City Cost for PPO per Year (399 Regular Employees & 59 Fire Union Employees) $ 7,133,012.40 $ 7,679,044.80 $ 546,032.40
City Cost for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 2,079,092.88 2,163,975.63 84,882.75
$ 9,212,105.28 $ 9,843,020.43 $ 630,915.15
City Contribution for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 283,500.00 283,500.00 -
Total Estimated City Cost $ 9,495,605.28 $ 10,126,520.43 $ 630,915.15
Employee Cost for PPO per Year (399 Regular Employees & 59 Fire Union Employees) 840,545.52 1,102,141.20 261,595.68
Employee Cost for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 109,072.80 139,726.65 30,653.85
Total Estimated Employee Cost $ 949,618.32 $ 1,241,867.85 $ 292,249.53
Total Estimated City-Wide Costs $ 10,445,223.60 $ 11,368,388.28 $ 923,164.68
*Formulas, calculations, and totals are presented to show an estimated scenario if the health benefits allocations change. These are not intended to be recommendations or proposals and do not affect collective bargaining.
Scenario 3 (PPO 85/15 HSA 95/5)
Current Plan Proposed Plan Difference
Scenario 3 PPO Monthly Monthly Monthly
City Pays 85% PPO Benefits.
Employee pays 15%. City Employee Total City Employee Total City Change Employee Change
65 Employee $ 540.36 $ 51.15 $ - $ 591.51 $ 553.42 $ 97.66 $ - $ 651.08 13.06 46.51
86 Employee & Spouse 1,124.90 122.59 - 1,247.49 1,168.85 206.27 - 1,375.12 43.95 83.68
19 Employee +1 Child 762.10 76.00 - 838.10 782.90 138.16 - 921.06 20.80 62.16
19 Employee +2+ Children 1,098.85 111.06 - 1,209.91 1,128.77 199.20 - 1,327.97 29.92 88.14
210 Family 1,616.21 182.23 - 1,798.44 1,683.60 297.11 - 1,980.71 67.39 114.88
Fire Union
1 Employee $ 472.00 $ 119.51 $ - $ 591.51 $ 485.06 $ 166.02 $ - $ 651.08 13.06 46.51
5 Employee & Spouse 1,056.54 190.95 - 1,247.49 1,100.49 274.63 - 1,375.12 43.95 83.68
0 Employee +1 Child 693.74 144.36 - 838.10 714.54 206.52 - 921.06 20.80 62.16
0 Employee +2+ Children 1,030.49 179.42 - 1,209.91 1,060.41 267.56 - 1,327.97 29.92 88.14
53 Family 1,547.85 250.59 - 1,798.44 1,615.24 365.47 - 1,980.71 67.39 114.88
TOTAL
Current Plan Proposed Plan Difference
Scenario 3 HSA Monthly Monthly Monthly
City Pays 95% HSA Benefits. Yearly City Yearly City
Employee pays 5%. City Employee Contribution Total City Employee Contribution Total City Change Employee Change
37 Employee $ 505.17 $ - $ 1,750.00 $ 2,255.17 $ 505.17 $ 26.59 $ 1,750.00 $ 2,281.76 $ 0.00 $ 26.59
8 Employee & Spouse 1,032.35 29.29 1,750.00 2,811.64 1,062.36 55.91 1,750.00 2,868.27 30.01 26.62
4 Employee +1 Child 708.13 9.92 1,750.00 2,468.05 717.39 37.76 1,750.00 2,505.15 9.26 27.84
5 Employee +2+ Children 1,014.99 24.69 1,750.00 2,789.68 1,038.07 54.64 1,750.00 2,842.71 23.08 29.95
50 Family 1,481.11 52.52 1,750.00 3,283.63 1,534.00 80.74 1,750.00 3,364.74 52.89 28.22
Fire Union
14 Employee $ 436.81 $ 68.36 $ 1,750.00 $ 2,255.17 $ 436.81 $ 94.95 $ 1,750.00 $ 2,281.76 $ 0.00 $ 26.59
6 Employee & Spouse 963.99 97.65 1,750.00 2,811.64 994.00 124.27 1,750.00 2,868.27 30.01 26.62
1 Employee +1 Child 639.77 78.28 1,750.00 2,468.05 649.03 106.12 1,750.00 2,505.15 9.26 27.84
1 Employee +2+ Children 946.63 93.05 1,750.00 2,789.68 969.71 123.00 1,750.00 2,842.71 23.08 29.95
36 Family 1,412.75 120.88 1,750.00 3,283.63 1,465.64 149.10 1,750.00 3,364.74 52.89 28.22
Current Proposed Difference
City Cost for PPO per Year (399 Regular Employees & 59 Fire Union Employees) $ 7,133,012.40 $ 7,415,609.22 $ 282,596.82
City Cost for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 2,079,092.88 2,140,938.61 61,845.73
$ 9,212,105.28 $ 9,556,547.83 $ 344,442.55
City Contribution for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 283,500.00 283,500.00 -
Total Estimated City Cost $ 9,495,605.28 $ 9,840,047.83 $ 344,442.55
Employee Cost for PPO per Year (399 Regular Employees & 59 Fire Union Employees) 840,545.52 1,365,576.78 525,031.26
Employee Cost for HSA per Year (104 Regular Employees & 58 Fire Union Employees) 109,072.80 162,763.67 53,690.87
Total Estimated Employee Cost $ 949,618.32 $ 1,528,340.45 $ 578,722.13
Total Estimated City-Wide Costs $ 10,445,223.60 $ 11,368,388.28 $ 923,164.68
*Formulas, calculations, and totals are presented to show an estimated scenario if the health benefits allocations change. These are not intended to be recommendations or proposals and do not affect collective bargaining.
Health Insurance Premiums Matrix
PPO Plans HSA Plans City Wide
Scenario City Employee Total Scenario City Employee Total TOTAL
Current Current
Ratio $7,807,084 $974,102 $8,781,186 Ratio $2,472,816 $114,386 $2,587,202 $ 11,368,388
90/10 7,854,669 926,517 8,781,186 97/3 2,470,512 116,690 2,587,202 11,368,388
88/12 7,679,045 1,102,141 8,781,186 96/4 2,447,475 139,727 2,587,202 11,368,388
85/15 7,415,609 1,365,577 8,781,186 95/5 2,424,439 162,763 2,587,202 11,368,388
These estimates represent the blended costs of Health, Vision, and Dental for the respective plans.
City of Idaho Falls Cost Saving Alternatives PPO Only
Renewal Effective 10/01/2019 - 09/30/2020
2018/2019 Medical/Rx Benefits PPO - Healthy Measures Enhanced
Product Preferred Blue PPO
Deductible In-Network $1,000 Ind / $3,000 Family
Deductible Out-of-Network Combined In & Out Network
Medical Total Out-of-Pocket In-Network $1,500 Ind / $4,500 Family
Medical Total Out-of-Pocket Out-of-Network $2,000 Ind / $6,000 Family
Medical Out-of-Pocket includes Deductible, Copay, Coinsurance
Member Coinsurance 50% In / 70% Out
Physician Copay In-Network $30
Specialist Copay In-Network $30
Prescription Drugs $15/$30/$50
Prescription Drugs Total Out-of-Pocket $2,000 Ind / $4,000 Family
Benefit Change Impact to Rates % Impact on Premium
Office Visit Copay Change
1.Change to $30 PCP / $60 Specialist -0.5%
2.Change to $40 -0.9%
3.Change to $40 PCP / $80 Specialist -1.3%
Deductible (total out-of-pocket increases correspondingly)
4.Change to $1,250 Ind / $3,750 Family -1.6%
5.Change to $1,500 Ind / $4,500 Family -3.2%
6.Change to $1,750 Ind / $5,250 Family -4.6%
7.Change to $2,000 Ind / $6,000 Family -6.0%
Medical Total Out-of-Pocket
8.Change to $1,750 Ind / $5,250 Family In-Network -1.3%
Change to $2,250 Ind / $6,750 Family Out-Network
9.Change to $2,500 Ind / $7,500 Family In-Network -4.3%
Change to $3,000 Ind / $9,000 Family Out-Network
10.Change to $2,750 Ind / $8,250 Family In-Network -5.2%
Change to $3,250 Ind / $9,750 Family Out-Network
11.Change to $3,000 Ind / $9,000 Family In-Network -5.9%
Change to $3,500 Ind / $10,500 Family Out-Network
Prescription Drug
(all plans with $2,000 Ind / $4,000 Family Out-of-Pocket)
12.Add $250 brand Rx deductible -2.5%
13.Add $500 brand Rx deductible -3.9%
14.Change copays to $15 / $30 / $50 / $100 -0.3%
15.Change copays to $5 / $15 / $30 / $50 / $100 / $250 -0.3%
x. Change copays to $5 / $15 / $30 / $50 / 20% / 30% -0.5%
PPO Plan Design Options Matrix
Scenario Copay Increase (1) Deductible Increase (2) Total Out of Pocket Increase (3) RX Deductible Increase (4)
City Employee City Employee City Employee City Employee
Current
(89.5/10.5) $ 65,225 $ 7,652 $ 115,955 $ 13,604 $ 94,213 $ 11,053 $ 181,180 $ 21,256
Scenario 1
(90/10) 65,589 7,288 116,603 12,956 94,740 10,527 182,192 20,244
Scenario 2
(88/12) 64,132 8,745 114,012 15,547 92,635 12,632 178,144 24,292
Scenario 3
(85/15) 61,945 10,932 110,125 19,434 89,477 15,790 172,071 30,365
Population
100% 15% -17% 10% -12% 70%
Affected
Options
1 Office Visit Copay changed to $40.00. (-0.9%) $72,877 Difference.
2 Deductible(total medical increases correspondingly) Change to $1,250 Ind/ $3,750 Family. (-1.6%) $129,559 Difference.
3 Total Out of Pocket Change to $2,500 Ind/$7,500 Family In-Network, $3,000 Ind/$9,000 Family Out-Network (-1.3%) $105,267 Difference.
4 Prescription Drug( all plans with $2,000/Ind/ $4,000 Family Out-of-Pocket) Add $250 brand Rx Deductible (-2.5%) $202,436 Difference.
*All Projected savings are related to the number of employees electing various PPO plans. Any changes to the number of employees electing PPO plans would change
the estimates.
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