Summary
Insurers wanted double-digit increases; HR negotiated most down to 9-13%, below the 14.2% market. Most employees see no increase, and the city stays under its $125.7M benefits budget — but members warn 10% annual medical inflation is unsustainable for the general fund.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
$125.7 million benefits budget for 2027; increases kept below market.
About 8,900 employees on city health plans, most seeing flat rates.
The general fund absorbs ongoing double-digit medical inflation.
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