Health Insurance

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There was a discussion about health insurance at Town Meeting.  Below are the details about 2024 health insurance funding.

Selectboard Meeting Minutes 11/13/23:

Health Insurance S. Tully submitted funding recommendations for health insurance for 2024. The town has funded health insurance premiums at 92.75% and the employees pay 7.25% of premiums. Employees have the option to purchase the plan that best suits their needs. They can buy up to purchase the premium plan or utilize funds to purchase a high deductible plan with the implementation of an HSA. MVP currently has lower rates then Blue Cross Blue shield by 3.5%. Health insurance is increasing for two reasons one is the percent increase from the rates and the second is the makeup of employees and what plans they are eligible for. In 2023 the town spent $107,402 on health insurance and it’s expected that in 2024 this will increase to $123,647. This amount is reduced by $17,000 because the new employees will not be eligible for health insurance based on their probationary period. V. Taylor move to approve the 2024 funding levels as recommended.

2024 Funding Levels     BUYOUT

SINGLE                                12,186                               4874

TWO PERSON                 24,372                                 9749

PARENT/CHILD               23,519                                 9407

FAMILY                                 34,242                                 13697

Motion seconded by S. Bridge. The Selectboard unanimously approved the motion.

Any questions or concerns should be directed to Sara Tully , 802-558-3935 mendonadmin@comcast.net

2024-2025 Budget Preparation

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The Selectboard is in the process of finalizing the FY25 Budget to present to the voters of the Town of Mendon at Town Meeting.  The current FY25 budget is in DRAFT FORM and is subject to change.  The budget is voted from the floor at Town Meeting on March 4th, 2024. The warning for Town Meeting will be mailed to the voters and posted in accordance with state statute.

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ANNOUNCEMENT

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Public Statement

Office of: Mendon Selectboard

December 11, 2023

The Mendon Selectboard learned that an appointed public official received a serious threat directed towards the employees and officials in Mendon.  The threat is currently under investigation.

The safety of the employees and town officials is a priority and will not be compromised.  The Selectboard has taken immediate steps to ensure the safety of our municipal government while continuing to serve the public in accordance with Vermont statutes.  Essential municipal operations continue remotely and under the supervision of the Rutland County Sheriff.  The public can reach town staff via telephone and email during normal Town Office business hours of Monday-Thursday 9 AM-4 PM. All Board and Commission meetings will be held remotely.  The agenda and links to the meetings can be found on www.mendonvt.gov.

The Selectboard requests understanding and patience during this difficult time.  We wish to demonstrate unwavering support to our dedicated staff and our public officials, most of whom are volunteers serving their community.

Mendon continues to be an amazing and safe community to live, work and visit.  The municipality is committed to being open and welcoming to all.