CR 08-116 Approve Contract Amendment with Police OfficersDecember 16, 2008 Council Report 2008 -116
APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT
WITH POLICE OFFICERS
Proposed Action
Staff recommends that the Council approve the following motion: Move approval of agreement establishing
2009 insurance contributions for the Police Officers' Association
This action will set the 2009 City contributions for insurance for the Police Officers' Association.
Overview
The City and the Association agreed to a two year contract in January of 2008. The contract established
wage rates and other compensation for 2008 and 2009. However, the contract did not settle insurance
contributions for 2009. The City's insurance rates increased 16% for 2009. The negotiated increase in the
City's insurance contribution means both the City and the employees will pick up part of this increase.
Primary Issues to Consider
• How does this agreement fit in with the 2009 budget?
• How does this agreement compare to other contract settlements for 2009 in terms benefit increases?
s A. Genellie
ssistant City Manager
Financial Impact: $ $8,600 Budgeted: Y/N Yes Source: General Fund
Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.):
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Analysis of the Issues
How does this agreement fit in the budget?
The cost of the insurance increase is within the budget.
How does this agreement compare to other contract settlements for 2009 in terms of benefit increases?
The different ways that cities make insurance contributions, and the different insurance rates the
individual cities have, make direct comparisons difficult. The City of Hopkins' insurance benefits
are competitive with other jurisdictions.
Alternatives
1. Approve the contract.
2. Do not approve the contract. Staff would have to renegotiate the contract.
Staff recommends Alternative #1.