HomeMy WebLinkAboutVIII-17 Approve Participation in RFP for Privately Administered Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave ProgramCity Council Memorandum
To:Mayor Fasbender & City Councilmembers
From:Kelly Murtaugh,Assistant City Administrator
Date:April 21, 2025
Item:Request for Proposals
Council Action Requested:
Approve participation in the Request for Proposals for private Minnesota Paid Family &
Medical Leave.
Background Information:
In the 2023 state legislative session, a Paid Family & Medical Leave program was created
and covers nearly all employees in the state of Minnesota. It begins January 1, 2026.
Participation is required in the state-administered program, unless the entity provides a
leave program that is equal to or better than the state program.
Integrity Benefits, the City’s supplemental benefits partner, is overseeing the RFP process
on behalf of over 100 cities and counties in Minnesota to investigate whether a privately
administered program may be administratively easier and at lower cost than through the
state.
Participation in the RFP does not compel the City to ultimately select a private carrier but
does allow the City to examine options. Notice in the local newspaper would follow
Council approval to participate. The due date for proposals is May 27, with June and July
set aside for the City to review and decide the best course of action.
Financial Impact:
The premium will be a new budget item for 2026 whether the state-managed plan or a
private plan is selected.
Advisory Commission Discussion:
N/A
Council Committee Discussion:
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Attachments:
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