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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021 EOCC MinutesMINUTES Elected Officers Compensation Commission Tuesday, February 9, 2021 @ 12:00 p.m littas://tisO2web.zooiii.Lis/i/85940036219; ID: 859 4003 6219; or Dial in: (646) 876 9923 Held virtually in an effort to protect the health and safety of the public & to mitigate the spread of COVID 19 ROLL CALL Liisa Speaker, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Gillian Dawson, excused Brian Huggler, Member, remotely from Punta Gorda, Florida Jeff McAlvey, Member, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Derek Melot, Member, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Cassie Alley, Member, remotely from Lansing, Michigan OTHERS PRESENT Sherrie Boak, Council Staff Jim Smiertka, Chief Deputy Attorney CALL TO ORDER Ms. Boak called the meeting to order at 12:03 p.m. ROLL CALL Ms. Boak called roll. BUSINESS Election of Officers for 2021 MOTION BY MEMBER HUGGLER TO NOMINATE MEMBER SPEAKER AS CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBER MELOT AS VICE CHAIRPERSON. No other nominations and both member accepted the nomination. ROLL CALL VOTE, MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Determinina the 2021 Meetina Schedule The Commission reviewed their calendars and set the meeting schedule for 2021, concluding the following dates: Wednesday, February 24th — Noon Tuesday, March 2"d — Noon Wednesday, March loth — Noon Wednesday, March 17th — Noon Wednesday, March 24th — Noon Staff was asked to invite the Finance Director to the February 24th meeting to discuss the City's financial health, the impact of the State and Federal Stimulus, income taxes, revenues, and the impact of City income taxes on non-residents who have not been working in the City since COVID remote working in March, 2020. It was then requested, that Human Resources be asked to attend the March 2, 2021 meeting to provide updates on the municipality comparisons, union contract comparisons, and the CPI. The Commission asked that the City elected officials be invited to the March 10, 2021 meeting. Resorts. Communications. Presentations. Commission Questions and Discussion The Commission reviewed the materials in the packet. Old Business No old business at this time. New Business MOTION BY MEMBER HUGGLAR, SUPPORTED BY MEMBER ALLEY TO NOMINATE MS. BOAK AS THE 2021 COMMISSION RECORDING SECRETARY. ROLL CALL VOTE, MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Other Excused Absences MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBER DAWSON, DUE TO RECENTLY BEING REAPPOINTED TO THE COMMISSION, AND POTENTIAL SHE WAS NOT AWARE. ROLL CALL VOTE, MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Commission Member Comments No further comments. Public Comment No public comment at this time. Adjourn Adjourned at 12:24 p.m. Respectively submitted by: Sherrie Boak, City Council Office Manager Approved by Committee on: February 24, 2021 MINUTES Elected Officers Compensation Commission Wednesday, February 24, 2021 @ 12:00 p.m httos://tisO2m,eb.zoom.us/i/8637801 1727; ID: 863 7801 1727; or Dial in: (646) 876 9923 Held virtually in an effort to protect the health and safety of the public & to mitigate the spread of COVID 19 ROLL CALL Commission Chairperson Liisa Speaker, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Commission Vice Chairperson Derek Melot, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Commission Member Gillian Dawson, excused Commission Member Brian Huggler, remotely from Punta Gorda, Florida Commission Member Jeff McAlvey, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Commission Member Cassie Alley, Member, remotely from Lansing, Michigan OTHERS PRESENT Sherrie Boak, Council Staff Jim Smiertka, Chief Deputy Attorney Robert Widigan, Finance Director Jake Brower, Budget Director CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL }APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION BY MEMBER HUGGLER TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 9, 2021, SUPPORTED BY MEMBER MCALVEY. ROLL CALL VOTE, MOTION CARRIED 5-0. BUSINESS Reoorts. Communications. Presentations. Commission Questions and Discussion Citv Financial Forecast: City Income Taxes: State/Federal Stimulus Impact. Etc. Mr. Widigan provided introductions and work experience for both himself and Mr. Brower. Mr. Brower presented the 2nd Quarter report that was recently presented to City Council on February 22, 2021. During the presentation Mr. Brower also provided a brief explanation on the ACA penalties to the State for non -filing in 2017, 2018 and 2019. The City worked with the State, OCA and the Federal government to restore the fines and were successful in the appeal. This was done after the FY2020 budget, so it will be reflected in the FY 2021 Budget in July. The next note was the grant that was awarded for public safety payroll reimbursement and funds to local governments, along with the work share program City employees have been participating in, along with participating in the summer of 2020. Based on the reporting, Chairperson Speaker asked about the balance of the General Fund and the Fund Balance. Mr. Brower confirmed the GF reflects an increase in 2021, however the FB will not hit their goal. It should be $16.4 million, but will fall under that. Member Melot asked if the City revenue budget will be tight over the next 2-5 years, and it was confirmed. He asked what percentage of retiree fixed cost is in the GF, and was informed it is 30%. Lastly it was asked if the budget will see small increases for services, and that was also confirmed. Mr. Widigan noted the revenue increases should be close to 5.2% but are at 3.8%. Mr. Brower presented on the revenue year to date, noting BWL will continue to be the set amount of $25,000,000 through 2026, and Mr. Widigan overall revenue was less than expected. Mr. Smiertka informed the Commission of the recent give back donation of salary from some Council Members. Member Melot suggested revisiting the meeting schedule based on the financial information they have received. MOTION BY MEMBER MCALVEY, SUPPORTED BY MEMBER HUGGLAR TO PROPOSE NO INCREASES IN COMPENSATION OR CHANGES IN BENEFITS. ROLL CALL VOTE, MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Ms. Boak was asked to cancel the invitation to Human Resources for March 2"d and cancel that meeting, then cancel the invitation to elected officials for the March loth meeting. The Commission spoke briefly on the letter to the Clerk for Council and concurred the Chair could sign the letter, and the letter could be routed to the Commission prior. Old Business Future Meetina Subiect(s) Confirmed The March 2nd meeting was canceled and the March loth meeting will address the Ordinance amendments listed below. New Business Proposed Amendment to Chanter 280: 280.03- Elected Officers Compensation Commission Meetina!K Chairperson: Compensation Member Melot referenced his proposed ordinance amendments in the packet, proposed it be addressed for approval at the March loth meeting, however asked the OCA to review before that meeting to make changes so there is no conflict with the Charter, other ordinances of codes. The Commission spoke briefly on the proposed changes which reflect the Commission meeting in even years (2022, 2024, 2026, etc.) removing their actions from election years, and asked the OCA for feedback on if they should meet in 2022 or wait until 2024 for their next meeting. Other No other topics of discussion. Excused Absences MOTION BY MEMBER MCALVEY, SUPPORTED BY MEMBER HUGGLER TO EXCUSE MEMBER DAWSON. ROLL CALL VOTE, MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Ms. Boak stated she would reach out to the Clerk's office again to confirm Ms. Dawson's email address. Commission Member Comments The Commission made a statement in consensus, that the decision they made earlier in the meeting was not based on work performance of the elected officials, but that it was not financially the decision to make. Public Comment No public comment at this time. Adiourn Adjourned at 12:38 p.m. Respectively submitted by: Sherrie Boak, City Council Office Manager Approved by Committee on: March 10, 2021 MINUTES Elected Officers Compensation Commission Wednesday, March 10, 2021 @ 12:00 p.m littus:/,Ius02web.zoom.us/i/8637801 1.727; ID: 863 7801 1727; or Dial in: (646) 876 9923 Held virtually in an effort to protect the health and safety of the public & to mitigate the spread of COVID 19 ROLL CALL Commission Chairperson Liisa Speaker, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Commission Vice Chairperson Derek Melot, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Commission Member Gillian Dawson, absent Commission Member Brian Huggler, remotely from Lansing, Michigan Commission Member Jeff McAlvey, remotely from Lansing, Michigan- arrived at 12:04 p.m. Commission Member Cassie Alley, Member, remotely from Lansing, Michigan OTHERS PRESENT Sherrie Boak, Council Staff Jim Smiertka, Chief Deputy Attorney CALL TO ORDER Commission Member Speaker called the meeting to order at 12:02 p.m. ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION BY MEMBER HUGGLER TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 24, 2021, SUPPORTED BY MEMBER ALLEY. ROLL CALL VOTE, MOTION CARRIED 4 -0. BUSINESS Reports. Communications. Presentations. Commission Questions and Discussion Mr. Smiertka stated, and was confirmed by Ms. Boak, that the Commission recommendation for 2021 was submitted to the City Clerk via email on March 4, 2021, hand delivered March 5tn and appeared on the Council Agenda March 8, 2021 for referral. Ms. Boak was asked to keep the Committee updated on any progress on the recommendation by Council. Mr. Smiertka confirmed that the 30 days for the Council to act would be from the date of the email to the Clerk; March 4tn Old Business The Commission reviewed Draft 3 of the proposed Ordinance amendments to Chapter 280, Section 280.03 to amend the year the Commission would meet. There was no further discussion on the document. MOTION BY COMMISSION MEMBER MELOT, SUPPORTED BY COMMISSION MEMBER MCALVEY TO REFER THE RECOMMENDATION TO THE COUNCIL FOR CONSIDERATION AND ACTION. ROLL CALL VOTE, MOTION CARRIED 5-0. New Business Commission Chairperson Speaker recommended canceling the remaining meetings of the Commission since all the work for 2021 has been accomplished. Consensus of the Commission. Other No other topics of discussion. Excused Absences No excused absences. Ms. Boak confirmed she spoke to the Mayor's office and the City Clerk's office to confirm the contact information for Ms. Dawson was the same that they had. Commission Member Comments Commission Member Melot stated he would be willing to attend the Council meeting when the Ordinance is referred or action is taken to explain to Council the reasoning. Ms. Boak stated she would speak to Council President Spadafore on the placement on the agenda and report back to the Commission. Public Comment No public comment at this time. Adiourn Adjourned at 12:10 p.m. Respectively submitted by: Sherrie Boak, City Council Office Manager Placed on File Elected Officers Compensation Commission March 4, 2021 Council President Peter Spadafore Members of the Lansing City Council Tenth Floor City Hall Lansing, Michigan 48933 Dear President Spadafore and Councilmembers: The Elected Officers Compensation Commission (EOCC) met in committee during February 2021. The EOCC reviewed internal economic and financial documents and the past compensation packages of the Mayor, City Clerk, and members of the City Council. Based on the information the Commission reviewed, the financial forecast of the City and impacts of the future projections, our recommendation for annual salaries for elected officials was to remain at the current 2021 salary, until the Commission meets again. Fringe Benefits The Commission adopts by reference the Elected Officials Summary of Fringe Benefits 2021, attached. The benefits are to be provided for the elected officials as set forth therein. Of note, the current healthcare made available to elected officials comports with the three-tier optional plan provided to employees of the City. The intention of this change is to comply with Public Act 152 of 2011, which capped the amount the City can pay for healthcare premiums. This change will provide elected officers the same coverage employees are provided. Pursuant to the 2017 EOCC recommendation, Council members may purchase health care at their own expense. Other Compensation It is acknowledged that none of the elected officers earn compensatory, vacation, or sick time, and upon termination, they are not entitled to any compensation for the same. RA TRANSMITTAL We, the members of the Elected Officers Compensation Commission, respectfully, adopt the collective determinations now transmitted. ELECTED OFFICERS COMPENSATION COMMISSION Liisa Speaker Chairperson City of Lansing ELECTED OFFICIALS Summary of Fringe Benefits 2021 Elected officials shall be eligible for City -provided health, dental, and life insurance coverage, and for participation in any deferred compensation program, as summarized below. Unless otherwise noted, this Summary of Fringe Benefits is operative on February 24, 2021. The last adopted recommended Summary of Fringe Benefits remains operative until that date. I. FOR THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK ONLY: Health Insurance: The City of Lansing shall provide at the time of being sworn in or during an annual open enrollment period the following choice of medical insurances. Coverage will be effective the first (lyt) day of the month following the date the Mayor or Clerk, respectively, are sworn in. If an elected official chooses a non -base plan, he or she will be required to pay the difference between the base and non -base plan, in addition to any premium share. Elected officials selecting the base plan below will receive a $400 cash payment incentive for each plan year chosen. • Base Plan - includes a $40.00 co -pay for office visits. Prescription drug co -pays are $10/$40/$80. This plan includes a $1000/single and $2000/ family in network deductible and 80% co-insurance. Emergency room services have a $250 co -pay and Urgent Care visits have a $60 co -pay. • Option 1 - includes a $30.00 co -pay for office visits. Prescription drug co -pays are $10/$40/$80. This plan includes a $500/single and $1000/ family in network deductible and 80% co-insurance. Emergency room services have a $150 co -pay and Urgent Care visits have a $50 co -pay. • Option 2 - includes a $20.00 co -pay for office visits. Prescription drug co -pays are $10/$20/$40 or $15/$25/$50 for Physician's Health Plan. This plan includes a $500 calendar year limit on preventative services, emergency room services with a $50 co -pay, and a 50% co -pay for mental health and substance abuse services. The Base Plan is as provided above. If the Base Plan exceeds the state mandated hard cap amount, the elected official will pay the difference. If the elected official chooses to "buy up" to an optional plan (either Option 1 or Option 2) the elected official will be responsible for any cost differential between the Base Plan premium and the premium of the selected optional plan chosen. Benefit summaries and rate sheets are available in the Department of Human Resources. Vision Plan: The Mayor and City Clerk are eligible to purchase the Blue Cross Blue Shield VSP 12/12/12 Vision Plan. This plan provides vision exams, lenses and frames, and contact lenses with co -pays. Ont out: The Mayor and City Clerk will be allowed to opt out of the City's health care plan annually, during the City's open enrollment period provided the Mayor or City Clerk provides written proof of coverage from another source. The Mayor or City Clerk who opts out of the City's health care plan will be eligible to receive $1,800 in any year in which they receive coverage from another source. In addition, such payments will be made twice a year, by separate check, following the period of time the Mayor or Clerk had alternate coverage. Dental Insurance: The City pays the full premium costs for the Dental plan provided by the City, coverage includes the Mayor and City Clerk and family members. Coverage includes 100% coverage for cleaning; 50% coverage for treatment costs with an $1,500 maximum per person per contract year. Mayor and City Clerk and dependents will also receive orthodontic coverage which provides fifty percent (50%) of treatment costs with a $3,500.00 lifetime maximum per person. Coverage is effective the first day of the month 4 following thirty calendar days of service. Booklets and summaries are available in the Department of Human Resources. Retiree Dental Insurance: Eligible retirees shall be covered by the same insurance as the active Mayor and City Clerk. The Mayor and City Clerk shall become eligible for retiree dental insurance beginning at the date of termination of employment with the City, or at age fifty-five (55), whichever is later; provided the Mayor or City Clerk respectively has at least fifteen (15) years of service with the City. AFLAC: The Mayor and City Clerk will have the opportunity to pay for medical insurance premiums, unreimbursed medical expenses, and dependent care costs with pretax dollars through AFLAC. AFLAC also offers supplemental insurances that may be purchased on a pretax basis through payroll deduction. The maximum annual benefit for AFLAC medical insurance premiums and unreimbursed maximum medical expenses shall be the sum permitted by the Internal Revenue Code. The maximum benefit for AFLAC dependent care costs shall be the sum permitted by the Internal Revenue Code. Life Insurance: The City pays the premium for a base $50,000 of group life and $50,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance for the Mayor and City Clerk. Life insurance coverage for dependents is available for a reasonable cost to the Mayor and City Clerk, in accordance with the following schedule: Spouse $25,000 Unmarried child, age 14 days to 6 months $500 6 months to 23 years $ 2,000 Coverage is effective one (1) month and one (1) day following the commencement of service. Summaries are available in the Department of Human Resources. Vacation: No accrued time for sick leave, vacation, or personal time shall exist or be required. ParkinLY/Transportation: The Mayor and City Clerk shall have designated parking in the basement of City Hall. Vehicle: An automobile will be provided for the regular full time use of the Mayor. Deferred Compensation: The Mayor and City Clerk shall be eligible to participate in the City's deferred compensation 457 plans as may be offered by the City. Currently those plans include Voya and T. Rowe Price. The Mayor and City Clerk will be able to contribute up to the maximum allowed by the IRS annually through payroll deduction. Summaries are available in the Department of Human Resources. Defined Contribution Retirement Svstem: In accordance with the City Charter, officials elected on or after October 1, 1990 shall belong to the City of Lansing Defined Contribution Money Purchase Pension Plan. The Plan provides for: 1) A City contribution totaling 6% of the Mayor or City Clerk's gross salary. The Plan is administered by Wells Fargo Bank. 2) The Mayor and City Clerk become eligible for City contributions following six (6) months of service and must be enrolled in the Plan prior to completion of six (6) months of service in order to self -direct the investment options of their retirement account. Failure to enroll prior to completion of six (6) months of service shall result in the City transferring monies into the Plan which shall default to the fund designated as the default fund. 3) The Mayor and City Clerk will be notified by the Department of Human Resources of the next quarterly enrollment session in order to receive their enrollment packet to facilitate timely enrollment and self -direction of their respective investment decisions. Enrollment is initiated following the quarterly enrollment session. 4) The Mayor and City Clerk have the option of contributing up to five percent (5%) of their compensation each Plan Year, subject to certain limits imposed by law. 5) At the end of three full years of service the Mayor and City Clerk will be vested for all City contributions. Should the Mayor and City Clerk leave at the end of three full years the elected official will have the following options: - Lump sum payment subject to applicable taxes; - Rollover monies into another tax deferred investment option; or - Leave monies in the plan and continue to be invested tax deferred. 6) The Mayor and City Clerk are also eligible for a City paid long-term disability policy which is administered by the selected vendor following the completion of six (6) months of service. The Mayor and City Clerk shall receive information pertaining to the long-term disability policy at the quarterly enrollment session. Retirement Health Care: Optional: This is a one-time only option that must be made in writing within thirty (30) days after being officially sworn in or having elected to qualify on or before July 1, 2001. For all officials elected after October 29, 1990, the City agrees to provide retirement health care coverage up to 100% of the premium for the Base Plan health care coverage provided to active Mayor and City Clerk. Retirement health coverage shall begin at the date of termination of employment with the City, provided the Mayor and City Clerk have at least 15 years of service with the City and be at least 55 years of age. This coverage is available at a cost of 3.25% of the Mayor and City Clerk's respective gross pay. This coverage shall be the same insurance coverage provided to the active Mayor and Clerk. Retirees shall convert to complementary coverage at their Medicare eligibility date. Retiree health benefits shall not include spouse or family coverage for a Mayor or City Clerk first elected after July 1, 2009. II. FOR CITY COUNCILMEMBERS: The fringe benefits designated in this Section II are for City Councilmembers. Health Insurance: Councilmembers shall have the option to purchase health care insurance, at their own expense. If chosen, coverage will be effective the first (1st) day of the month following the date the Councilmember is sworn in (commencement of service) or chosen during an annual open enrollment period. Current plans offered are: • Base Plan - includes a $40.00 co -pay for office visits. Prescription drug co -pays are $10/$40/$80. This plan includes a $1000/single and $2000/ family in network deductible and 80% co-insurance. Emergency room services have a $250 co -pay and Urgent Care visits have a $60 co -pay. • Option 1 - includes a $30.00 co -pay for office visits. Prescription drug co -pays are $10/$40/$80. This plan includes a $500/single and $1000/ family in network deductible and 80% co-insurance. Emergency room services have a $150 co -pay and Urgent Care visits have a $50 co -pay. • Option 2 - includes a $15.00 co -pay for office visits. Prescription drug co -pays are $0/$15/$40. Emergency room services with a $50 co -pay, and a 50% co -pay for mental health and substance abuse services. R Benefit summaries and rate sheets are available in the Department of Human Resources Vision Plan: Councilmembers will be eligible to purchase the Blue Cross Blue Shield VSP 12/12/12 Vision Plan. This plan provides vision exams, lenses and frames, and contact lenses with co -pays. Dental Insurance: Councilmembers shall have the option to purchase this dental insurance, at their own expense, on the same terms and at the same rate as other part-time employees of the City for whom such coverage is available, currently UAW. Coverage includes 100% coverage for cleaning; 50% coverage for treatment costs with a $1,500 maximum per person per benefit year. Councilmembers and dependents will also receive orthodontic coverage which provides fifty percent (50%) of treatment costs with a $3,000.00 lifetime maximum per person. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following thirty calendar days of service. Booklets and summaries are available in the Department of Human Resources. Retiree Dental Insurance:. Eligible retirees shall be covered by the same insurance as active Councilmembers. The Councilmember shall become eligible for retiree dental insurance beginning at the date of termination of employment with the City, or at age fifty-five (55), whichever is later; provided the Councilmember has at least fifteen (15) years of service with the City. Councilmembers first taking office on or after January 1, 2010, shall not be eligible for this benefit. AFLAC: The Councilmembers will have the opportunity to pay for medical insurance premiums, unreimbursed medical expenses, and dependent care costs with pretax dollars through AFLAC. AFLAC also offers supplemental insurances that may be purchased on a pretax basis through payroll deduction. The maximum annual benefit for AFLAC medical insurance premiums and unreimbursed maximum medical expenses shall be the sum permitted by the Internal Revenue Code. The maximum benefit for AFLAC dependent care costs shall be the sum permitted by the Internal Revenue Code. Councilmembers first taking office on or after January 1, 2019 shall not be eligible for this benefit. Life Insurance: Councilmembers are not eligible for City provided group life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance. Vacation: No accrued time for sick leave, vacation, or personal time shall exist or be required. Parking/Transportation: Councilmembers shall have designated parking as provided by the Rules adopted by City Council. Deferred Compensation: Councilmembers shall be eligible to participate in the City's deferred compensation 457 plans as may be offered by the City. Currently those plans include Voya and T. Rowe Price. Councilmembers will be able to contribute up to the maximum allowed by the IRS annually through payroll deduction. Summaries are available in the Department of Human Resources. Defined Contribution Retirement Svstem: Officials elected on or after October 1, 1990 and first taking office before January 1, 2010, shall belong to the City of Lansing Defined Contribution Money Purchase Pension Plan. The Plan provides for: 1) A City contribution totaling 6% of the Councilmembers' gross salary. The Plan is administered by Wells Fargo. 2) The Councilmember becomes eligible for City contributions following six (6) months of service and must be enrolled in the Plan prior to completion of six (6) months of service in order to self direct the investment options of their retirement account. Failure to enroll prior to completion of six (6) months of service shall result in the City transferring monies into the Plan which shall default to the GIC (Guaranteed Investment Contract) Fund. 3) The Councilmember will be notified by the Department of Human Resources of the next quarterly enrollment session in order to receive their enrollment packet to facilitate timely enrollment and self direction of the Councilmember's investment decisions. Enrollment is initiated following the quarterly enrollment session. 4) The Councilmember has the option of contributing up to five percent (5%) of their compensation each Plan Year, subject to certain limits imposed by law. 5) At the end of three full years of service the Councilmember will be vested for all City contributions. Should the Councilmember leave at the end of three full years the Councilmember will have the following options: - Lump sum payment subject to applicable taxes; - Rollover monies into another tax deferred investment option; or - Leave monies in the plan and continue to be invested tax deferred. 6) The Councilmember is also eligible for a City paid long-term disability policy which is administered by the selected vendor following the completion of six (6) months of service. The Councilmember shall receive information pertaining to the long-term disability policy at the quarterly enrollment session. Retirement Health Care: For all officials elected after October 29, 1990 and taking office before January 1, 2010 who exercised the option to participate in retiree healthcare, the City will provide retirement health care coverage up to 100% of the premium for the Base Plan health care coverage provided to the active Mayor and Clerk. Retirement health coverage shall begin at the date of termination of employment with the City, provided the Councilmember has at least 15 years of service with the City and be at least the age of 55. This coverage is available at a cost of 3.25% of the Council member's gross pay. This coverage shall be the same insurance coverage provided to the active Mayor and Clerk. Retirees shall convert to complementary coverage at their Medicare eligibility date. Retiree Healthcare Oat out: Councilmembers who receive Retirement Health Care insurance will be allowed to opt out of the City's health care plan annually, during the City's open enrollment period provided the Councilmember provides written proof of coverage from another source. Any Councilmember who opts out of the City's health care plan will be eligible to receive $1,800 in any year in which they receive coverage from another source. In addition, such payments will be made twice a year, by separate check, following the period of time the Councilmember had alternate coverage. Department of Human Resources, 8' Floor, 124 W. Michigan, Lansing MI 48933. Phone: 483-4014 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Revised 4/21/04: Retiree dental Revised 03/28/2007: Vision Revised 03/30/09: Phased elimination of benefits for Councilmembers Revised 03/22/11: For clarity Revised 4/02/13: To provide for three-tier optional health insurance plans in compliance with PA 152 of 2011, and other clarifications Revised 3/5/2015: For technical corrections and clarifications Revised 3/17/2017 For Clerk and Mayor Compensation Revised 3/22/19 for Clerk and Mayor Compensation Revised 2/24/2021 No Changes for Elected Officials