Summary
The county runs its own self-insured workers' comp plan, and the committee just approved next year's $4.83 million budget for it. Most of the money goes to indemnity and medical claims; participants' assessments and other revenues cover the full cost.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $4.83 million in planned 2027 spending, mostly covered by participant assessments rather than new county costs.
County employees and participating entities covered by the self-insurance plan, whose claims will be paid under the new budget.
Outside agencies and human-service organizations face funding cuts of up to 12%.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Legislators- Budget Presentation - Oct 8, 2026
The proposed 2027 budget totals just over $577 million and keeps the property tax levy flat — the 12th zero increase in 14 years. Roughly 90% of the budget is state and federal mandated spending, and outside agencies face cuts of up to 12%.
Workers Compensation - Aug 6, 2026
The county runs its own self-insured workers' comp plan, and the committee just approved next year's $4.83 million budget for it. Most of the money goes to indemnity and medical claims; participants' assessments and other revenues cover the full cost.
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