Request for discussion and possible action on HRT’s review of the Aetna SilverScript Employer Group Waiver Plan (EGWP), including options to address retiree concerns and align with the Court’s intent to avoid increased costs for retirees.

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

Two separate motions were made and votes were taken on Item 9. A motion was made by Commissioner Briones, seconded by Commissioner Ellis, to direct Human Resources and Talent and Boards and Commissions department OCA, to launch a retiree advisory council as soon as possible to serve as a structured forum for retiree feedback and recommendations, HRT shall provide an update on these efforts and specifically both the Council, and the implementation of option three at the October 6th Court. The motion carried by the following vote:

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 3.5/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.