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Bayfield County Administrator
117 E 5th Street, PO Box 878, Washburn, WI 54891
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Mark Abeles-Allison, County Administrator
Kristine Kavajecz, Human Resources Director
Paige Terry, Clerk
BAYFIELD COUNTY
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING
Brett Rondeau, Chair Fred Strand
Mary Dougherty, Vice-Chair Dennis Pocernich Marty Milanowski
Dear County Board Members:
This letter is written to inform you of the Bayfield County Personnel Committee
Meeting scheduled for 5:00pm Thursday, July 28, 2022. This meeting will be
held Remotely and In Person at the Bayfield County Board Room, Bayfield
County Courthouse, Washburn, WI. Supervisors and the public will be able to
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AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Approval of Minutes of July 7, 2022
3. Public Comment
4. Presentation, Teamsters Health Insurance
5. Reports
a) Human Resources Report
6. The committee may enter in and out of closed session pursuant to Wisconsin
Statutes §19.85(1) (c) Considering employment, promotion, compensation or
performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the
governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility and
(e) Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing
of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever
competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. Discussion and
Possible action Regarding:
i. Approve Closed Session Minutes
ii. Strategy Regarding Union Negotiations
iii. WPPA Union Negotiations
Should you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact
the County Administrator’s Office at 715 373-6181, mark.abeles-
allison@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov
Sincerely,
Mark Abeles-Allison
Mark Abeles-Allison
Bayfield County Administrator
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Personnel Committee Narrative, July 28, 2022
This is a special meeting in lieu of the February 11 meeting which is the first day of the Fair.
Item 4: The Teamsters have requested an opportunity to have their health insurance
representative at the meeting.
At the last meeting we reviewed a comparison between the County and Teamster Health Plans.
This is included in the packet.
Kris provided this link to a web page with details about the State Health Plan and Premiums for each of
the available networks that have service in our area to the union steward.
https://bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/1211/2022-Benefits-for-Bayfield-County-Employ
Item 5. The HR Report as of July 22 is attached.
Minutes of the
Bayfield County Personnel Committee Meeting
4:00 PM, July 7, 2022
Meeting was Held Remotely through Microsoft Teams
and In Person in the Bayfield County Board Room
Members Present: Dennis Pocernich, Fred Strand, Marty Milanowski, Brett Rondeau, Mary
Dougherty
Members Excused:
Others Present: Mark Abeles-Allison County Administrator, Kristine Kavajecz-Human
Resources Director, Bob Anderson-Highway Commissioner, Kim Mattson, Dalton Collins,
Jennifer Susienka, Brian Johnson, Jake Benson, Jaime Cadotte, Dave Aronson, John Doubek,
Martin Skaj, AJ Haring, Reuben Eckleberg, Michael Moore, Patrick Glynn-Carlson Dettmann
Consulting, Jim Crandall, Gail Reha, Tony Budreau, Chad Ward-Teamster Health Plan,
Elizabeth Skulan, Val Dietrich
Meeting called to order at 4:00pm by Chairman Rondeau
Motion Milanowski, Strand to approve minutes of the June 2, 2022 Personnel Committee
meeting. Motion Carried (4-0)
Public Comment: Dalton Collins asked if Teamster representatives will be allowed to speak
during the agenda item.
Dougherty arrived at this time.
2023 Wage and CPI Planning Discussion, Patrick Glynn: Abeles-Allison introduced Patrick
Glynn. Glynn shared insights into the wage and compensation atmosphere in the marketplace.
CPI-U is a standard that has been used subsequent to Act10. Carlson-Dettman is currently in the
process of conducting a wage/salary survey with the intent of having data available by Labor
Day. Reiterated that Bayfield County has attempted to stay ahead of the wage/benefits curve.
Economy is not expected to improve in the immediate future. Structural increase, step increase,
merit and/or one-time payments are being considered by many organizations. Salary.com
podcast recommended.
Teamster and State Health Insurance Plans, 2023:
Motion Milanowski, Strand to suspend the rules and allow public input during this discussion.
Motion Carried (5-0). Mr Ward offered to have a Teamster Health Fund Representative
available at a future meeting to answer questions.
Kavajecz provided an overview of the Teamster Health Fund and the State of Wisconsin Local
Deductible Health plans.
Dalton Collins asked about emergency coverage for dependents out of the area. Collins also
commented about the Teamster HRA. Teamsters are concerned with losing the HRA. Teamsters
calculate the value of the HRA as $2.57 per hour.
Martin Skaj asked for a show of hands for how many employees like the Teamster Health Plan.
Many of the Teamster members present raised their hands. Expressed concern with lack of out of
network coverage with the state plan.
Ward reported that the Teamster Health Fund was not impacted by COVID as it relates to rates.
Unpaid Leave Policy, removing “extenuating circumstance” clause.
Motion Pocernich, Milanowski to remove the extenuating circumstance clause from the unpaid
leave policy. Motion Carried (5-0)
Reports
a) Human Resources Report: May and June reports were included in the meeting
packet. It was noted that there have been 57 hires so far this year and 118 interviews
conducted.
b) Personnel Financial Report as of June 30, 2022: Overall in line with budget.
c) Budget 2023 Staffing Request List: Review of requests received to date for new
staff in 2023. Plan will be to make a recommendation on personnel requests at the
next meeting.
d) Telecommuting Policy: Kavajecz reported that the Telecommuting Focus Group
met 3 times and has provided recommendations for modifications to the policy. Once
finalized, it will be sent to Department Heads for their input and will then be brought
to the Personnel Committee for final review and approval.
Motion Pocernich, Milanowski to enter into closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes
§19.85(1) (c) Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation
data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises
responsibility and (e) Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the
investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or
bargaining reasons require a closed session: Approve Closed Session Minutes of June 2 and
discuss union negotiation strategy related to WPPA and Teamsters. Motion Carried (5-0)
Entered Closed session at 5:11 pm.
Motion Milanowski, Dougherty to return to open session. Motion Carried (5-0) Returned to open
session at 5:41pm
The committee will not meet on August 4th.
Meeting adjourned at 5:42pm. Minutes respectfully submitted by Kristine Kavajecz
Teamster Health Fund State Health Plan
Statement of Benefits
EXAMPLE 1: Having a Baby
Example of events:
Specialist Office visits (prenatal care)
Childbirth.Delivery Professional Services
Childbirth/Delivery Facility Services
Diagnostic Tests (untrasounds and blood work)
Specialist (anesthesia)
Total Example Cost 12,700.00$ 12,700.00$
Deductibles:500.00$ 500.00$
CoPayments 10.00$ -$
Coinsurance 1,800.00$ -$
Limits/Exclusions 60.00$
Total Employee Cost 2,370.00$ 500.00$
EXAMPLE 2: Joe's Type 2 Diabetes
Example of Events
Primary Care physician office visits
Diagnostic tests (blood work)
Prescription drugs
Durable medical equipment (glucose monitor)
Total Example Cost 5,600.00$ 5,600.00$
Deductibles:500.00$ 500.00$
CoPayments 300.00$ -$
Coinsurance 200.00$ 400.00$
Limits/Exclusions 20.00$
Total Cost 1,020.00$ 900.00$
Could be less with wellness participation
Plan Coverage Comparisons
EXAMPLE 3: Mia's Simple Fracture
Example of Events
Emergency Room
Diagnostic test (x-ray)
Durable medical equipment (crutches)
Rehabilitation Services (physical therapy)
Total Example Cost 2,800.00$ 2,800.00$
Deductibles:700.00$ 500.00$
CoPayments 10.00$ 60.00$
Coinsurance 300.00$ 40.00$
Limits/Exclusions
Total Cost 1,010.00$ 600.00$
Teamster Health Fund State Health Plan
Deductible $500/$1500 $500/$1000
Coinsurance 85%100%
Emergency Room Co-pay $200 $60
Urgent Care Co-pay $25 $0
Durable Medical Equipment 15%20% coinsurance to max of $500 per person
Medical Out of Pocket Max $2,500/$5,000 + Deductible $8700/$17,400* Medical + RX
Generic/Tier 1 RX Co-pay $10 minimum. 20% to $50 max $5 (2 copays for 90-day)
Brand/ Tier 2 RX Co-pay $25 minimum or 30% to $150 max 20% to $50 max (2 copyas for 90-day)
Non-Formulary/Tier 3 $25 minimum or 30% to $150 max 40% to $150 max
Specialty/ Tier 4 $62.50 minimum or 25% to $375 max $50
RX Out of Pocket Max $3,000/$7,000 Varies by Tier ($600/$1200 or $8700/17400)
PLAN TERMS COMPARISON (for In-Network Services)
Medical + RX Out of Pocket Max $8700/$17,400 $8700/$17,400
Disability $43/day max of $300/week
ICI Insurance. 75% of average gross. For the
typical patrol position, this would be just over
$700 per week.
26 week max
Coverage ends upon resignation, retirement,
termination, death, age 70, or end of disability.
Effective 1st day of disability or 8th day after
physician certified disabled due to pregnancy or
illness
Effective after 30 calendar days for most
employees.
Health Insurance premiums suspended during
period of disability up to 26 weeks.ICI premiums waived while on disability.
Death and Dismemberment Employee $40,000 Separate Voluntary Life Insurance options
Spouse $10,000
Children 2-19 up to $3,000
Term insurance available up to 4x annual salary.
Rate is .05 to .22 per $1000 of coverage.
Sp/Dep Coverage $1.60/month/unit for $10,000
Spouse and $5,000 dependent coverage
regarless of number of dependents. May have
up to 2 units.
MISCELANEOUS DIFFERENCES
Dental Separate coverage.
Separate voluntary coverage through Delta
Dental
Premium currently paid by the County, but is
separate from the Health Insurance.
Annual Deductible $25/$75 $0/$100
Annual Benefit Max $2,000 $1000/$2500
Preventive Services (cleanings, x-rays, fluoride,
sealants, routine evals)100%100%
Crowns, bridges, dentures, etc 90%50-60%
Orthodontics 50%50%
Initial Premium Due 2 months Current month.
First month of premium plus one month
equivalent as an Administrative Enrollment Fee
Premiums for coverage only. No initial
administrative fee.
Human Resources Report / Kris Kavajecz
As of July 22, 2022
ACTIVITY YEAR-TO-DATE
Retirements 0 4
Worker’s Comp Claims 3 23
Resignations 2 22
Terminations 0 0
Other 0 1
HIRES YEAR-TO-DATE
Full-Time 4 24
Part-Time 3 15
Temporary/Seasonal 0 25
Interviews 6 124
Exit Interviews 1 17
Details:
Retirement: None
Resignations: Andrew Liberski-Jailer
Andrew San Diego-Jailer
Other: None
Hires: Brian Vecchio-Deputy Sheriff
Ryanne Alajoki-PT CCO
Anthony Perkins-Economic Support Specialist
Michelle Crowell-FT Public Health Nurse
Shawna Olesiak-FT CCO
Nathan Hauber-PT Public Health Nurse
John Kurak-PT Fairgrounds Caretaker
Currently recruiting for:
• Deputy Sheriff
• Jailers
• Economic Support Specialist
• PT Cook
• Behavioral Health Case Manager
• Child Protective Services Social Worker/Case Manager
• Human Services Clerk
• Youth Support and Services Coordinator
Other Activities:
• Met with representatives of WI County Mutual Insurance to discuss workers compensation
insurance coverage.
• Conducted a Civil Rights Compliance Plan meeting with covered Departments/Programs.
This is required every 4 years.
• Conducted 2 budget refresher trainings.
• Listened to a webinar on Employee Burnout.
• Participated in exchange of Initial Proposals meeting with WPPA. Conducted research and
analysis of data related to negotiation topics.
• Only 6 interviews scheduled this month. Hoping that the lull in vacancies continues!
• Met with a couple of department heads and staff regarding employee concerns and/or
staffing issues. I am thankful when concerns are brought forward….not that there is a
concern, but that the staff member feels comfortable discussing the concern rather than
stewing on it.
• Conducted one exit interview as of the writing of this report. Hoping to schedule two
additional if the employees are agreeable.