Information
Type: Deliberation
Department: HR - Human Resources
Directors' Update: May 22, 2024
Business Meeting: May 28, 2024
Summary:Amending Resolutions22-251 and 22-348 to establish a separate PEBB Benefit Package for Casual (Seasonal and Non-Seasonal) Employees effective June 1, 2024
Publications:
Cover Letter To:
Additional Copies To: ESC, Michelle Sauter, Michelle Sabin, Grace Jimenez, Vanessa Ruelas, Graham Gowing
Resolution
AMEND RESOLUTIONS 22-251 AND 22-348 TO ESTABLISH A SEPARATE PEBB BENEFIT PACKAGE FOR CASUAL (SEASONAL AND NON-SEASONAL) EMPLOYEES EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2024
WHEREAS, the 2024 health and welfare insurance premium contribution levels for non-represented employees and for most elected officials were approved by the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) as part of Resolution 22-251 on August 16, 2022, and amended October 25, 2022, through Resolution 22-348; and
WHEREAS, employee (including casual employee) eligibility for Washington State Public Employees Benefits Board ("PEBB") benefits shall be determined pursuant to the criteria set forth in WAC 182-12-114; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the BOCC to amend Resolution 22-348 and establish a separate benefit plan structure for those casual employees (seasonal and non-seasonal) who meet the criteria pursuant to WAC 182-12-114 with the contributions identified in Attachment "A" effective June 1, 2024.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Lewis County shall amend Resolution #22-348 and establish a separate benefit plan contribution structure as identified in Attachment "A" ; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED should the premium amounts for the benefit plans increase in 2025, there will be no additional county contribution toward the increase in premium.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 28th day of May, 2024.