Employee health insurance renewal with Blue Cross Blue Shield
Watauga, TX
Summary
The city's health plan has a 137.7% claims loss ratio — it's paying out $1.37 for every $1 in premium. Instead of a 27% renewal spike, consolidating from four plans to three limits the increase to 5.3%, about $79,000 more per year.
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Last discussed Aug 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $79,000 in additional annual premium for the city; employee costs stay close to current tiered levels.
City employees keep solid health coverage with modest premium changes.
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City Council - Aug 10, 2026
The city's health plan has a 137.7% claims loss ratio — it's paying out $1.37 for every $1 in premium. Instead of a 27% renewal spike, consolidating from four plans to three limits the increase to 5.3%, about $79,000 more per year.
City Council - Jul 27, 2026
The 2026 pay study shows most city jobs are now within 5% of market, but 39% still lag. Getting everyone in line costs about $190,000 plus benefits, and council must decide on a 1-3% cost-of-living raise, merit, and step increases as it builds the FY2027 budget.
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