Insurance and Benefits Committee May 10, 2010

mtankersley June 10th, 2010

The Lawrence County Insurance & Benefits Committee convened on Monday, May 10, 2010 at 5:15 p.m. in the Second Floor Conference Room of the Lawrence County Administrative Center.

Members present were Chris Jackson, Charles Robertson, Jerry Dryden, Sandra Hyatt and Bert Spearman. Also present was Budget Director Teresa Purcell.

The purpose of the meeting was to be updated on the county insurance pool premium for the coming year.

Mrs. Purcell explained to the committee that the renewal period has arrived for the county’s insurance coverage including auto, general liability, errors and omissions and property coverage. Last year, the premium amount was $185,424. The amount will increase this year by $16,161 due primarily to the addition of the new jail to the policy. The renewal premium for the coming year will be $201,585. This policy is through the Local Government Insurance Pool. The renewal period begins July 1, 2010.

A motion was made by Jerry Dryden, seconded by Charles Robertson to approve the renewal of the insurance policy at the announced premium price. The motion was approved with all ayes.

Mr. Robertson asked about health insurance for county employees. Mrs. Purcell said the committee needs to discuss this matter.

With no additional business, the meeting was adjourned without objection.