Because these changes will then have to go through the President to the State Board of Agriculture for approval, he believes it s unlikely to be implemented on July 1, but perhaps by September 1. The Report covered health care options for the last year and also the issue of domestic partners. VP Bomotti has asked for additional background info on the recommendation before taking it to the EBC for consideration. Discussion asked if McKee Medical Center in Loveland was included in calculations. Noted was the additional cost for have numerous choices of options and medical plans, the costs are usually higher.
Desire is to reduce cost while insuring choice of doctors.
One of the problems is the need to provide reasonable coverage and options for people outside of Ft. Collins and outside of Colorado. The APC Budget for next year was approved. Brochure is in revision. Handout provided to council members.