HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-2023 - Employee Benefit HighlightsCity of Sebastian I Employee Benefit Highlights 2022-2023
Contact Information
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Human Resources
Cynthia Watson
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Phone: (772) 388-8222
HR Manager
Email: cwatson@cityofsebastian.org
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(888) 5-Bentek (523-6835)
Online Benefit Enrollment
Bentek Support
www.mybentek.com/sebastian
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Email: support@mybentek.com
Medical Insurance
Florida Blue
Customer Service: (800) 345-3885
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www.floridablue.com
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Prescription Drug Coverage
Prime Therapeutics
Customer Service: (877) 794-3574
www.myprime.com
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Mail -Order Program
Express Scripts Pharmacy
Customer Service: (866) 230-7261
www.express-scripts.com
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Health Reimbursement Account
BenefitsWorkshop
Customer Service: (888) 537-3539
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www.benefitsworkshop.com/sebastian
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Dental Insurance
Humana
Customer Service: (800) 233-4013
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www.humana.com
Vision Insurance
Humana
Customer Service: (866) 537-0229
www.humana.com
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Flexible Spending Accounts
BenefitsWorkshop
Customer Service: (888) 537-3539
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www.benefitsworkshop.com/sebastian
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Lincoln Financial Group
Customer Service: (800) 423-2765
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www.lfg.com
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Lincoln Financial Group
Customer Service: (800) 423 2765
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www.lfg.com
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Long Term Disability Insurance
Lincoln Financial Group
Customer Service: (800) 423-2765
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www.lfg.com
Employee Assistance Program
Lincoln Financial Group
Customer Service: (855) 327-4463
www.guidanceresources.com
Agent: Artie Hoffman I Cell: (954) 609-4924
Supplemental Insurance
Allstate
Email: benefitsuniverse@gmail.com
Customer Service: (800) 521-3535
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www.allstatebenefits.com/mybenefits
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Agent: Dixie Kuehn I Cell: (321) 403-0156
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Legal Insurance
US Legal Services
Email: dixiekuehn@cfl.rr.com
Customer Service: (800) 356-5297
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www.uslegalservices.net
Table of Contents
Introduction
Online Benefit Enrollment
Group Insurance Eligibility
Qualifying Events and Section 125
Summary of Benefits and Coverage
Medical Insurance
Group Insurance Premiums
Opt Out Benefit
Other Available Plan Resources
Telehealth
Florida Blue HRA BlueOptions 5190/5191 Plan At -A -elan
Health Reimbursement Account
Dental Insurance
Humana Dental PPO Base Plan At -A -Glance
Humana Dental PPO Buy -Up Plan At -A -Glance
Vision Insurance
Humana Vision 130 Plan At -A -Glance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Long Term Disability
Supplemental Insurance
Legal & Identity Protection Plans
Retirement Plans
Miscellaneous Benefits
Leave Policies
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This booklet is merely a summary of employee benefits. For a full description, refer to the plan document. Where conflict exists between this summary and the plan document, the plan document controls.
The City of Sebastian reserves the right to amend, modify or terminate the plan at anytime. This booklet should not be construed as a guarantee of employment.
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Introduction
The City of Sebastian provides group insurance benefits to eligible employees.
The Employee Benefit Highlights Booklet provides a general summary of the
benefit options as a convenient reference. Please refer to the City's Personnel
Policies and/or Certificates of Coverage for detailed descriptions of all available
employee benefit programs and stipulations therein. If employee requires
further explanation or needs assistance regarding claims processing, please
refer to the customer service phone numbers under each benefit description
heading or contact Human Resources. Benefits are subject to change
contingent upon availability of funds.
Online Benefit Enrollment
The City provides employees with an online benefits enrollment
platform through Bentek's Employee Benefits Center (EBC). The EBC
provides benefit -eligible employees the ability to select or change
insurance benefits online during the annual Open Enrollment Period,
New Hire Orientation, or for Qualifying Life Events.
Accessible 24 hours a day, throughout the year, employee may log
in and review comprehensive information regarding benefit plans,
and view and print an outline of benefit elections for employee and
dependent(s). Employee also has access to importantforms and carrier
links, can report qualifying life events and review and make changes to
Life insurance beneficiary designations.
To Access the Employee Benefits Center:
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✓ Log on to www.mybentek.com/sebastian
Please Note: Link must be addressed exactly as written. Due to
security reasons, the website cannot be accessed by Google or
other search engines.
✓ Sign in using a previously created username and password or
click "Create an Account" to set up a username and password.
✓ If employee has forgotten username and/or password, click
on the link "Forgot Username/Password" and follow the
instructions.
✓ Once logged on, navigate using the Launchpad to review
current enrollment, learn about benefit options, and make
any benefit changes or update beneficiary designations.
For technical issues directly related to using the EBC, please
call (888) 5-Bentek (523-6835) or email Bentek Support at
support@mybentek.com, Monday through Friday during regular
business hours 8:30am - 5:00pm.
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Group Insurance Eligibility
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Datolber I through Sertember 30.
Employee Eligibility
Employees are eligible to participate in the City's insurance plans if they are
full-time employees working a minimum of 40 hours per week. Part-time
employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week may participate in the
City's medical plan only. Coverage will be effective the first of the month
following 60 days of employment. For example, if employee is hired on
April 11, then the effective date of coverage will be July 1.
Separation of Employment
If employee separates employment from the City, insurance for medical,
dental and vision will continue through the end of month in which separation
occurred. Other coverage may terminate on the last date of employment.
COBRA continuation of coverage may be available as applicable by law.
Dependent Eligibility
A dependent is defined as the legal spouse/domestic partner and/or
dependent child(ren) of the participant or spouse/domestic partner. The term
"child" includes any of the following:
• A natural child • A stepchild A legally adopted child
• A newborn child (up to the age of 18 months old) of a covered
dependent (Florida)
• A child for whom legal guardianship has been awarded to the
participant or the participant's spouse/domestic partner
Dependent Age Requirements
Medical Coverage: A dependent child may be covered through the
end of the calendar year in which the child turns age 26. An over-
age dependent may continue to be covered on the medical plan to
the end of the calendar year in which the child reaches age 30, if the
dependent meets the following requirements:
• Unmarried with no dependents; and
• A Florida resident, or full-time or part-time student; and
• Otherwise uninsured; and
• Not entitled to Medicare benefits under Title XVIII of the
Social Security Act, unless the child is disabled.
Dental and Vision Coverage: A dependent child may be covered
through the end of the calendar year in which the child turns age 26.
Please see Taxable Dependents if covering eligible over -age dependents.
Disabled Dependents
Coverage for a dependent child may be continued beyond age 26 if:
• The dependent is physically or mentally disabled and incapable of
self-sustaining employment (prior to age 26); and
• Primarily dependent upon the employee for support; and
• The dependent is otherwise eligible for coverage under the group's
insurance plan; and
• The dependent has been continuously insured.
Proof of disability will be required upon request, including a medical
examination, no more than once per year. Please contact Human Resources if
further clarification is needed.
Taxable Dependents
Employee covering adult child(ren) under employee's medical insurance plan
may continue to have the related coverage premiums payroll deducted on a
pre-tax basis through the end of the calendar year in which the dependent
child reaches age 26. Beginning January 1 of the calendar year in which the
dependent child reaches age 27 through the end of the calendar year in which
the dependent child reaches age 30, imputed income must be reported on the
employee's W-2 for that entire tax year and will be subject to all applicable
Federal, Social Security and Medicare taxes. Imputed income is the dollar value
of insurance coverage attributable to covering each adult dependent child.
Contact Human Resources for further details if covering an adult dependent
child who will turn 27 any time during the upcoming calendar year or for more
information.
Please Note: There is no imputed income if adult dependent child is eligible to
be claimed as a dependent for federal income tax purposes on the employee's
tax return.
Domestic Partner Coverage
Domestic partners may be eligible to participate in the City's group insurance
plans if the partner is officially registered as a domestic partner with the City.
The IRS guidelines state that employee may not receive a tax advantage on any
portion of premiums paid related to domestic partner coverage. Employees
insuring domestic partners and/or child dependent(s) of a domestic partner
are required to pay imputed income tax on subsidy amounts and should
consult a tax advisor. Please contact Human Resources for more information.
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Qualifying Events and Section 125
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code
Premiums for medical, dental, vision insurance, contributions to Flexible
Spending Accounts (FSA), and/or certain supplemental policies are deducted
through a Cafeteria Plan established under Section 125 of the Internal Revenue
Code and are pre -taxed to the extent permitted. Under Section 125, changes to
an employee's pre-tax benefits can be made ONLY during the open enrollment
period unless the employee or qualified dependent(s) experience(s) a
Qualifying Event and the request to make a change is made within 30 days of
the Qualifying Event.
Under certain circumstances, employee may be allowed to make changes
to benefit elections during the plan year if the event affects the employee,
spouse or dependent's coverage eligibility. An "eligible" Qualifying Event
is determined by Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code. Any requested
changes must be consistent with and due to the Qualifying Event.
Examples of Qualifying Events:
• Employee gets married or divorced
• Birth of a child
• Employee gains legal custody or adopts a child
• Employee's spouse and/or other dependent(s) die(s)
• Loss or gain of coverage due to employee, employee's spouse and/or
dependent(s) termination or start of employment
• An increase or decrease in employee's work hours causes eligibility
or ineligibility
• A covered dependent no longer meets eligibility criteria for coverage
• A child gains or loses coverage with other parent or legal guardian
• Change of coverage under an employer's plan
• Gain or loss of Medicare coverage
• Losing or becoming eligible for coverage under a State Medicaid
or CHIP (including Florida Kid Care) program (60 day notification
period)
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IMPORTANT NOTES •
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If employee experiences a Qualifying Event, Human Resources must
be contacted within 30 days of the Qualifying Event to make
the appropriate changes to employee's coverage. Employee may be
required to furnish valid documentation supporting a change in status
or "Qualifying Event". If approved, changes may be effective the date of
the Qualifying Event or the first of the month following the Qualifying
Event. Newborns are effective on the date of birth. Qualifying Events
will be processed in accordance with employer and carrier eligibility
policy. Beyond 30 days, requests will be denied and employee may be
responsible, both legally and financially, for any claim and/or expense
incurred as a result of employee or dependent who continues to be
enrolled but no longer meets eligibility requirements.
Summary of Benefits and Coverage
A Summary of Benefits & Coverage (SBC) for the Medical Plan is provided as a
supplement to this booklet being distributed to new hires and existing employees
during the Open Enrollment period. The summary is an important item in
understanding the employee's benefit options. A free paper copy of the SBC document
may be requested or is available as follows:
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From:
Human Resources
Address:
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, FL 32958
Phone:
(772)388-8222
Email:
cwatson@cityofsebastian.org
Website URL:
www.cityofsebastian.org
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www.mybentek.com/sebastian
The SBC is only a summary of the plan's coverage. A copy of the plan document, policy,
or certificate of coverage should be consulted to determine the governing contractual
provisions of the coverage. A copy of the group certificate of coverage can be reviewed
and obtained by contacting Human Resources.
If there are questions about the plan offerings or coverage options, please contact
Human Resources at (772) 388-8222.
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Medical Insurance
The City offers medical insurance through Florida Blue to benefit -eligible
employees. The costs per pay period for coverage are listed in the premium
table below and a brief summary of benefits is provided on the following
page. For more detailed information about the medical plan, please refer to
the carrier's Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) document or contact
Florida Blue's customer service.
Medical Insurance
Florida Blue HRA BlueOptions 5190/5191 Plan
24 Payroll Deductions - Per Pay Period Cost
Employee Only
$12.50
$25.00
Employee + Spouse
$164.53
$329.06
Employee + Child(ren)
$120.26
$240.52
Employee + Family
$258.20
$516.40
Florida Blue
Customer Service: (800) 345-3885 1 www.floridablue.com
Group Insurance Premiums
All benefit -eligible employees who participate in the group medical insurance
coverage, shall pay $25.00 per month. The City pays 100% of the premium
cost for all benefit -eligible employees for dental, vision, life and long term
disability group insurance coverages. The City also pays 100% of the cost for
an Employee Assistance Program which is provided to all benefit -eligible
employee and dependent(s).
Opt Out Benefit
The City provides an "opt out" program for all eligible employees who elect
not to take the medical insurance offered by the City. Employee must provide
proof of other medical insurance coverage in order to qualify for this program.
Qualifying employee will receive a taxable payment of $75 semi-monthly (24
pay periods) for this waiver.
Other Available Plan Resources
Florida Blue offers all enrolled employees and dependents additional services
and discounts through value added programs. For more details regarding other
available plan resources, please refer to the Summary of Benefits and Coverage
(SBC) document or contact Florida Blue's customer service at (800) 345-3885.
BIue365
BIue365 is provided automatically at no additional cost and offers access to
discounted products and services at participating providers. Members can
log on to www.floridablue.com to learn more about these programs or call
(800)345-3885.
✓ Fitness club memberships, ✓ Alternative medicine
exercise footwear and apparel ✓ Elder care advisory services
✓ Vision care, glasses, and ✓ Hotel rooms and travel
contact lenses information
✓ Hearing care and aids ✓ Weight loss management
The Florida Blue Mobile App
Florida Blue's mobile website can be accessed from any smartphone
or download the app from the iPhone° or AndroidT" with just a tap!
Visit the smartphone's app store and search for Florida Blue or visit
http://apps.floridablue.com.
Telehealth
Florida Blue provides access to telehealth services as part of the medical plan.
Teladoc is a convenient phone and video consultation company that provides
immediate medical assistance for many conditions.
The benefit is provided to all enrolled members. Registration is required and
should be completed ahead of time. This program allows members 24 hours
a day, seven (7) days a week on -demand access to affordable medical care via
phone and online video consultations when needing immediate care for non -
emergency medical issues. Telehealth should be considered when employee's
primary care doctor is unavailable, after-hours or on holidays for non -emergency
needs. Many urgent care ailments can be treated with telehealth, such as:
✓ Sore Throat ✓ Fever ✓ Rash
✓ Headache ✓ Cold And Flu ✓ Acne
✓ Stomachache ✓ Allergies ✓ UTIs And More
Telehealth doctors do not replace employee's primary care physician but
may be a convenient alternative for urgent care and ER visits. For further
information please contact Teladoc.
Teladoc
Customer Service: (800) 835-2362 1 www.teladoc.com
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Locate a Provider
To search for a participating provider,
contact Florida Blue's customer service
or visit www.floridablue.com. When
completing the necessary search
criteria, select BlueOptions network.
Plan References
*Deductible is shared for all individuals
of the family.
"Out -Of -Network Balance Billing:
For information regarding out -of -
network balance billing that may be
charged by out -of -network providers,
please refer to the Summary of Benefits
and Coverage (SBC) document.
***Quest is the preferred lab for
bloodwork through Florida Blue. When
using a lab other than Quest please
confirm they are contracted with Florida
Blue's BlueOptions network.
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Florida Blue HRA BlueOptions 5190/5191 Plan At -A -Glance
Plan Year Deductible (PYD)*
Single
Family
Coinsurance
Member Responsibility
Plan Year Out -of -Pocket Limit
Single
Family
What Applies to the Out -of -Pocket Limit?
Physician Services
Primary Care Physician (P(P) Office Visit
Specialist Office Visit
Telehealth Services
Non -Hospital Services; Freestanding Facility
Clinical Lab (Bloodwork)***
X-rays
Advanced Imaging (MRI, PET (T)
Outpatient Surgery in Surgical Center
Physician Services at Surgical Center
Urgent Care (Per Visit)
Hospital Services
****PAD: PerAdmission Deductible Inpatient Hospital (PerAdmission)
Outpatient Hospital
Physician Services at Hospital
Emergency Room (Per Visit)
Mental Health/Alcohol & Substance Abuse
Inpatient (PerAdmission; Prior Authorization May Be Required)
Outpatient (PerAdmission; Prior Authorization May Be Required)
Prescription Drugs (Rx)
Generic
Preferred Brand
Non -Preferred Brand
Mail Order Drug (90DoySupply)
In -Network
$1,500
$3,000
20%
Out -of -Network**
$3,000
$6,000
40%
$4,500 $9,000
$6,850 Per Person $18,000 Per Person
$9,000 Per Family $18,000 Per Family
Deductible, Coinsurance, Copays and Rx
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
0% After PYD
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
Option 1: Option 2:
20% After PYD 25%After PYD
Option 1: Option 2:
20% After PYD 25%After PYD
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
20% After PYD
$10 Retail Copay After PYD
$30 Retail Copay After PYD
$50 Retail Copay After PYD
2.5x Retail Copays After PYD
40% After PYD
40% After PYD
40% After PYD
40% After PYD
40% After PYD
40% After PYD
40% After PYD
40% After PYD
20% After PYD
$500 PAD**** +
40% After PYD
40% After PYD
20% After In -Network PYD
20% After PYD
20% After In -Network PYD
40% After PYD
50%After In -Network PYD
50%After In -Network PYD
50%After In -Network PYD
50%After In -Network PYD
Health Reimbursement Account
The City provides employees who participate in the Florida Blue HRA BlueOptions 5190/5191 Plan, a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) through BenefitsWorkshop.
HRA monies are funded by the City and can be used for any qualified medical expenses such as deductibles, coinsurance and copayments for physician services, hospital
services, prescription drugs, etc. The HRA monies provide tax-free funds to cover qualified out-of-pocket expenses incurred under the medical plan. Please Note: The HRA
funds are allocated specifically for medical plan expenses ONLY and cannot be used for other IRS 213.d expenses such as dental or vision.
HRA Funding Allotment
HRA Funding for 2022-2023 is as follows:
• $2,500 for Employee only
• $5,000 for Family Coverage
• No rollover of unused funds
Retain Receipts
During the year, employee should keep all receipts and documentation for
prescriptions and medical related expenses if needed to verify a claim for
BenefitsWorkshop or for IRS taxes. If asked to produce documentation, a valid
Explanation of Benefits (EOB) and receipt of payment for the services rendered
will be sufficient.
How to Check Available HRA Balance
Balance, activity and account history is available anytime online at
www.benefitsworkshop.com/sebastian or by calling BenefitsWorkshop at
(888)537-3539.
Expenses Eligible for Reimbursement
Employee may request reimbursement of expenses for employee or covered
dependent(s). Eligible expenses must be necessary for the diagnosis,
treatment, cure, mitigation or prevention of a specific medical condition.
Cosmetic expenses are not eligible for reimbursement. Reimbursement checks
will be issued to employee throughout the year for incurred expenses up to
the maximum annual benefit amount. Employee has the option to have
reimbursement checks direct deposited into employee's bank account. For
more information regarding eligible expenses, visit BenefitsWorkshop online
at www.benefitsworkshop.com/sebastian.
File a Claim
Debit Card
Each employee will be provided with a debit card to use for payment of out-of-
pocket medical expenses. This may prevent the employee from having to pay
an expense first and then seek reimbursement. However, employee may be
required to submit documentation of any expenses that do not match a charge
associated with a specific service under the plan.
Paper Claim
Employee may submit claim forms to BenefitsWorkshop and must include a
copy of carrier's Explanation of Benefits or receipts for eligible medical services
received. Claim forms can be submitted via fax to (904) 880-2830, which is
indicated on the claims form, or via mail to address listed below.
Claims Mailing Address
PO Box 56828, Jacksonville, FL 32241
BenefitsWorkshop
Customer Service: (888) 537-3539 1 www.benefitsworkshop.com/sebastian
All claims must be filed within 90 days after the plan year ends
(September 30, 2023), or 30 days from the date employee
becomes ineligible to file for expenses incurred while
participating during the plan year.
Dental Insurance
Humana Dental PPO Base Plan
The City offers dental insurance through Humana to benefit -eligible
employees. The costs per pay period for coverage are listed in the premium
table below and a brief summary of benefits is provided on the following
page. For more detailed information about the dental plan, please refer to the
carrier's summary plan document or contact Humana's customer service.
Dental Insurance — Humana Dental PPO Base Plan
24 Payroll Deductions - Per Pay Period Cost
Employee Only $0.00 $0.00
Employee + Spouse $8.21 $16.42
Employee + Child(ren) $14.28 $28.56
Employee + Family $22.48 $44.96
In -Network Benefits
The Humana Dental PPO Base plan provides benefits for services received from
in -network and out -of -network providers. It is also an open -access plan which
allows for services to be received from any dental provider without having
to select a Primary Dental Provider (PDP) or obtain a referral to a specialist.
The network of participating dental providers the plan utilizes is the Humana
PPO/Traditional Preferred network. These participating dental providers have
contractually agreed to accept Humana's contracted fee or"allowed amount"
This fee is the maximum amount a Humana dental provider can charge a
member for a service. The member is responsible fora CalendarYear Deductible
(CYD) and then coinsurance based on the plan's charge limitations.
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Out -of -Network Benefits
Out -of -network benefits are used when member receives services by a non-
participating Humana PPO/Traditional Preferred network provider. Humana
reimburses out -of -network services based on what it determines is the Usual,
Customary& Reasonable (UCR) charge. The UCR is defined as the most common
charge for a particular dental procedure performed in a specific geographic
area. If services are received from an out -of -network dentist, the member may
be responsible for balance billing. Balance billing is the difference between the
Humana UCR and the amount charged by the out -of -network dental provider.
This is known as balance billing. Balance billing is in addition to any applicable
plan deductible or coinsurance responsibility.
Calendar Year Deductible
The Humana Dental PPO Base plan requires a $50 individual or a $150 family
deductible to be met for in -network or out -of -network services before most
benefits will begin. The deductible is waived for preventive and orthodontia
services.
Calendar Year Benefit Maximum
The maximum benefit (coinsurance) the Humana Dental PPO Base plan will
pay for each covered member is $1,000 for in -network and out -of -network
services combined. Diagnostic and preventive services do not accumulate
towards the benefit maximum. Once the plan's benefit maximum is met, the
member will be responsible for future charges until next calendar year.
Humana
Customer Service: (800) 233-4013 1 www.humana.com
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Humana Dental PPO Base Plan At -A -Glance
Calendar Year Deductible (CYD) In -Network Out -of -Network*
Per Member $50
Per Family $150
Waived for Class I Services? Yes
Calendar Year Benefit Maximum
Per Member $1,000
Class I Services: Diagnostic & Preventive Care
Routine Oral Evaluation (2 Per Calendar Year)
Routine Cleanings (2 Per Calendar Year) Plan Pays:100% Plan Pays:100%
BitewingX-rays" Deductible Waived Deductible Waived
(Subject to Balance Billing)
Complete X-rays (1 SetEvery5 Years)
Class II Services: Basic Restorative Care
Fillings (Amalgam, one (1) per tooth every two (2) years)
Fillings ositeforAnterior/Front Teeth) Plan Pas 80%
9 p Plan Pays: 80% y
Simple Extractions After CYD After CYD
(Subject to Balance Billing)
Oral Surgery
Class III Services: Major Restorative Care
Periodontal Services
Endodontics (Root (anal Therapy) °
Plan Pays:50% Plan Pays: 50%
Crowns After CYD
After CYD
Bridges (Subject to Balance Billing)
Dentures
Class IV Services: Orthodontia
Lifetime Maximum $1,000
Benefit (Dependent(hildren through Age 18) Plan Pays:50% Plan Pays:50%
(Subject to Balance Billing)
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Locate a Provider
To search for a participating provider,
contact Humana's customer service
or visit www.humana.com. When
completing the necessary search
criteria, select PPO/Traditional
Preferred network.
Plan References
*Out -Of -Network Balance Billing:
For information regarding out -of -
network balance billing that maybe
charged by an out -of -network provider,
please refer to the Out -of -Network
Benefits section on the previous page. .
"Bitewing X-rays: Two (2) films per
year under age 10. Four (4) films per
year age 10 and older.
Important Notes
• Each covered member may receive
up to two (2) routine cleanings per
calendar year under the preventive
benefit.
• Waiting periods and age limitations
may apply for some services.
• If treatment is going to exceed $300, a
pre-treatment plan is recommended.
• The above summary is provided as
a convenient reference. Additional
charges may apply. Fora full listing
of covered services, exclusions, and
stipulations, refer to the carrier's
summary plan document or contact
Human's customer service for details
specific to a procedure.
Dental Insurance
Humana Dental PPO Buy -Up Plan
The City offers dental insurance through Humana to benefit -eligible
employees. The costs per pay period for coverage are listed in the premium
table below and a brief summary of benefits is provided on the following
page. For more detailed information about the dental plan, please refer to the
carrier's summary plan document or contact Humana's customer service.
Dental Insurance — Humana Dental PPO Buy -Up Plan
24 Payroll Deductions - Per Pay Period Cost
Employee Only
$3.42
$6.84
Employee + Spouse
$15.11
$30.22
Employee + Child(ren)
$23.76
$47.52
Employee + Family
$35.44
$70.88
In -Network Benefits
The Humana Dental PPO Buy -Up plan provides benefits for services received
from in -network and out -of -network providers. It is also an open -access plan
which allows for services to be received from any dental provider without
having to select a Primary Dental Provider (PDP) or obtain a referral to a
specialist. The network of participating dental providers the plan utilizes is
the Humana PPO/Traditional Preferred network. These participating dental
providers have contractually agreed to accept Humana's contracted fee
or "allowed amount" This fee is the maximum amount a Humana dental
provider can charge a member for a service. The member is responsible for
a Calendar Year Deductible (CYD) and then coinsurance based on the plan's
charge limitations.
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Out -of -Network Benefits
Out -of -network benefits are used when member receives services by a non-
participating Humana PPO/Traditional Preferred network provider. Humana
reimburses out -of -network services based on what it determines is the Usual,
Customary& Reasonable (UCR) charge. The UCR is defined as the most common
charge for a particular dental procedure performed in a specific geographic
area. If services are received from an out -of -network dentist, the member may
be responsible for balance billing. Balance billing is the difference between the
Humana UCR and the amount charged by the out -of -network dental provider.
This is known as balance billing. Balance billing is in addition to any applicable
plan deductible or coinsurance responsibility.
Calendar Year Deductible
The Humana Dental PPO Buy -Up plan requires a $50 individual or $150family
deductible to be met for in -network or out -of -network services before most
benefits will begin. The deductible is waived for preventive and orthodontia
services.
Calendar Year Benefit Maximum
The maximum benefit (coinsurance) the Humana Dental PPO Buy -Up plan will
pay for each covered member is $1,500 for in -network and out -of -network
services combined. Diagnostic and preventive services do not accumulate
towards the benefit maximum. Once the plan's benefit maximum is met, the
member will be responsible for future charges until next calendar year.
Humana
Customer Service: (800) 233-4013 1 www.humana.com
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Humana Dental PPO Buy -Up Plan At -A -Glance
Calendar Year Deductible (CYD) In -Network Out -of -Network*
Per Member $50
Per Family $150
Waived for Class I Services? Yes
Calendar Year Benefit Maximum
Per Member $1,500
Class I Services: Diagnostic & Preventive Care
Routine Oral Evaluation (2 Per Calendar Year)
Routine Cleanings (2 Per Calendar Year) Plan Pays:100% Plan Pays:100%
BitewingX-rays** Deductible Waived Deductible Waived
(Subject to Balance Billing)
Complete X-rays (1 SetEvery5 Years)
Class II Services: Basic Restorative Care
Fillings (Amalgam, one (1) per tooth every two (2) years)
Fillings ositeforAnterior/Front Teeth) Plan Pas 80%
9 p Plan Pays: 80% y
Simple Extractions After CYD After CYD
(Subject to Balance Billing)
Oral Surgery
Class III Services: Major Restorative Care
Periodontal Services
Endodontics (Root (anal Therapy) °
Plan Pays:50% Plan Pays: 50%
Crowns After CYD
After CYD
Bridges (Subject to Balance Billing)
Dentures
Class IV Services: Orthodontia
Lifetime Maximum $1,000
Benefit (Dependent Children through Age 18) Plan Pays:50% Plan Pays:50%
(Subject to Balance Billing)
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Locate a Provider
To search for a participating provider,
contact Humana's customer service
or visit www.humana.com. When
completing the necessary search
criteria, select PPO/Traditional
Preferred network.
Plan References
*Out -Of -Network Balance Billing:
For information regarding out -of -
network balance billing that may be
charged by an out -of -network provider,
please refer to the Out -of -Network
Benefits section on the previous page.
**Bitewing X-rays: Two (2) films per
year under age 70. Four (4) films per
year age 10 and older.
Important Notes
• Each covered member may receive
up to two (2) routine cleanings per
calendar year under the preventive
benefit.
• Waiting periods and age limitations
may apply for some services.
• If treatment is going to exceed $300, a
pre-treatment plan is recommended.
• The above summary is provided as
a convenient reference. Additional
charges may apply. For a full listing
of covered services, exclusions, and
stipulations, refer to the carrier's
summary plan document or contact
Human's customer service for details
specific to a procedure.
Vision Insurance
Humana Vision 130 Plan
The City offers vision insurance through Humana to benefit -eligible employees.
The costs per pay period for coverage are listed in the premium table below
and a brief summary of benefits is provided on the following page. For
more detailed information about the vision plan, please refer to the carrier's
summary plan document or contact Humana's customer service.
Vision Insurance — Humana Vision 130 Plan
24 Payroll Deductions - Per Pay Period Cost
Employee Only $0.00 $0.00
Employee + Family $1.88 $3.76
In -Network Benefits
The vision plan offers employee and dependent(s) coverage for routine eye
care, including eye exams, eyeglasses (lenses and frames) or contact lenses. To
schedule an appointment, covered employee and dependent(s) can select any
network provider who participates in the Humana Insight network. At the time
of service, routine vision examinations and basic optical needs will be covered
as shown on the plan's schedule of benefits. Cosmetic services and upgrades
are additional costs if chosen at the time of the appointment.
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Out -of -Network Benefits
Employee and covered dependent(s) may also choose to receive services
from vision providers who do not participate in the Humana Insight network.
When going out of network, the provider will require payment at the time of
appointment. Humana will then reimburse based on the plan's out -of -network
reimbursement schedule upon receipt of proof of services rendered.
Calendar Year Deductible
There is no calendar year deductible.
Calendar Year Out -of -Pocket Maximum
There is no out-of-pocket maximum. However, there are benefit reimbursement
maximums for certain services.
Humana
Customer Service: (866) 537-0229 1 www.humana.com
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Humana Vision 130 Plan At -A -Glance
Services
In -Network
Out -of -Network
Eye Exam
$10 Copay
Up To $30 Reimbursement
Contact Lens Exam
Up to $40 Allowance
Not Covered
Material
$15 Copay
Reimbursement
Based on Type of Service
Retinal Imaging
Up to $39 Copay
Not Covered
Frequency of Services Per Calendar Year
Examination
12 Months
Lenses
12 Months
Frames
24 Months
Contact Lenses
12 Months
Lenses
Single
$15 Copay
Up To $25 Reimbursement
Bifocal
$15 Copay
Up To $40 Reimbursement
Trifocal
$15 Copay
Up To $60 Reimbursement
Frames
Allowance
Up to $130 Retail Allowance Plus
U To $65 Reimbursement
p
20% Off Balance Over $130
Contact Lenses*
Non -Elective (Medically Necessary) No Charge Up To $200 Reimbursement
Conventional Up to $130 Allowance Up to $104 Reimbursement
Elective Plus 15% Off Balance Over $130
Disposable Up to $130 Allowance Up to $104 Reimbursement
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Locate a Provider
To search for a participating provider,
contact Humana's customer service
or visit www.humana.com. When
completing the necessary search
criteria, select Humana Insight
network.
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Plan References
*Contact lenses are in lieu ofspectacle
lenses and a frame.
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Important Notes
Member options, such as LASIK, UV
coating, progressive lenses, etc. are not
covered in full, but may be available at
a discount.
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Flexible Spending Accounts
The City offers Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) administered through BenefitsWorkshop. The FSA plan year is from October 1 through September 30.
If employee or family member(s) has predictable health care or work -related day care expenses, then employee may benefit from participating in an FSA. An FSA allows
employee to set aside money from employee's paycheck for reimbursement of health care and day care expenses they regularly pay. The amount set aside is not taxed
and is automatically deducted from the employee's paycheck and deposited into the FSA. During the year, employee has access to this account for reimbursement of
some expenses not covered by insurance. Participation in an FSA allows for substantial tax savings and an increase in spending power. Participating employee must
re-elect the dollar amount to be deducted each plan year. There are two (2) types of FSAs:
This account allows participants to set aside up to an annual
maximum of $2,850. This money will not be taxable income
to the participant and can be used to offset the cost of a
wide variety of eligible medical expenses that generate
out-of-pocket costs. Participating employee can also receive
reimbursement for expenses related to dental and vision
care (that are not classified as cosmetic).
Examples of common expenses that qualify for
reimbursement are listed below.
This account allows participants to set aside up to an annual maximum of $5,000 if single
or married and file a joint tax return ($2,500 if married and file a separate tax return) for
work -related day care expenses. Qualified expenses include day care centers, preschool,
and before/after school care for eligible children and dependent adults.
Please note that if a family's income is over $20,000, this reimbursement option will
likely save participants more money than the dependent day care tax credit taken on a
tax return. To qualify, dependents must be:
• A child under the age of 13, or
A child, spouse or other dependent that is physically or mentally incapable
of self -care and spends at least eight (8) hours a day in the participant's
household.
A sample list of qualified expenses eligible for reimbursement include, but not limited to, the following:
✓ Prescription/Over-the-Counter Medications
✓ Menstrual Products
✓ Ambulance Service
✓ Chiropractic Care
✓ Dental and Orthodontic Fees
✓ Diagnostic Tests/Health Screenings
✓ Physician Fees and Office Visits
✓ Drug Addiction/Alcoholism Treatment
✓ Experimental Medical Treatment
✓ Corrective Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses
✓ Hearing Aids and Exams
✓ Injections and Vaccinations
✓ LASIKSurgery
✓ Mental Health Care
✓ Nursing Services
✓ Optometrist Fees
✓ Sunscreen SPF 15 or Greater
✓ Wheelchairs
Log on to http:llwww.irs.gov/publicationslp5O2lindex.htmI for additional details regarding qualified and non -qualified expenses.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Continued)
FSA Guidelines
• Employee may rollover $570 of unused Health Care FSA funds into
the next plan year after a plan year ends and all claims have been
filed. Dependent Care funds cannot be carried over.
• The Health Care FSA has a run out period at the end of the plan year
(90 days) to submit reimbursement on eligible expenses incurred
during the period of coverage within the plan year (October 1 —
September 30).
• When a plan year ends and all claims have been filed, with the
exception of the $570 rollover for the Health Care FSA, all unused
funds will be forfeited and not returned.
• Employee can enroll in an FSA only during the Open Enrollment
period, a Qualifying Event, or New Hire Eligibility period.
• Money cannot be transferred between FSAs.
• Reimbursed expenses cannot be deducted for income tax purposes.
• Employee and dependent(s) cannot be reimbursed for services not
received.
• Employee and dependent(s) cannot receive insurance benefits or
any other compensation for expenses reimbursed through an FSA.
• Domestic Partners are not eligible as Federal law does not recognize
them as a qualified dependent.
Filing a Claim
Claim Form
A completed claim form along with a copy of the receipt as proof of the
expense can be submitted by mail or fax. The IRS requires FSA participants to
maintain complete documentation, including copies of receiptsfor reimbursed
expenses, for a minimum of one (1) year.
Debit Card
FSA participants will automatically receive a debit card for payment of eligible
expenses. With the card, most qualified services and products can be paid at
the point of sale versus paying out-of-pocket and requesting reimbursement.
The debit card is accepted at a number of medical providers and facilities, and
most pharmacy retail outlets. BenefitsWorkshop may request supporting
documentation for expenses paid with a debit card. Failure to provide
supporting documentation when requested, may result in suspension of the
card and account until funds are substantiated or refunded back to the City.
This card will not expire at the end of the benefit year. Please keep the issued
card for use next year. Additional or replacement cards may be requested,
however, a small $5 fee may apply.
HERE'5 HOW IT WORKS!
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An employee earning $30,000 elects to place $1,000 into a Health
Care FSA. The payroll deduction is $41.66 based on a 24 pay period
schedule. As a result, health care expenses are paid with tax-free
dollars, giving the employee a tax savings of $197.
With a Health Without a Health
Care FSA Care FSA
Salary
$30,000
$30,000
FSA Contribution
- $1,000
- $0
Taxable Pay
$29,000
$30,000
Estimated Tax
$5,698
$5,895
19.65% = 12% + 7.65% FICA
After Tax Expenses
- $0
- $1,000
Spendable Income
$23,302
$23,105
Tax Savings $197
Please Note: Be conservative when estimating health care and/or dependent
care expenses. IRS regulations state thatany unused funds remaining in an FSA,
after a plan year ends and after all claims have been filed, cannot be returned
or carried forward to the next plan year, with the exception of the $570 rollover
that may be allowed for the Health Care FSA. This rule is known as "use -it
or lose -it.'
Claims Mailing Address I P.O. Box 56828 1 Jacksonville, FL 33421
Claims Fax 1 (904) 880-2830
BenefitsWorkshop
Customer Service: (888) 537-3539 1 Fax: (904) 880-2830
www.benefitsworkshop.com/sebastian
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Employee Assistance Program
The City cares about the well-being of all employees on and off the job and
provides at no cost, a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
through Lincoln Financial Group. EAP offers employee and each family member
access to licensed mental health professionals through a confidential program
protected by State and Federal laws. EAP is available to help employee gain a
better understanding of problems that affect them, locate the best professional
help for a particular problem, and decide upon a plan of action. EAP counselors
are professionally trained and certified in their fields and available 24 hours a
day, seven (7) days a week.
What is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
An Employee Assistance Program offers covered employees and family
members/domestic partners free and convenient access to a range of
confidential and professional services to help address a variety of problems
that may negatively affect employee or family member's well-being. Coverage
includes six (6) face-to-face visits with a specialist, per person, per issue, per
year, telephonic consultation, online material/tools and webinars. EAP offers
counseling services on issues such as:
✓ Child Care Resources ✓ Work Related Issues
✓ Legal Resources ✓ Adult & Elder Care Assistance
✓ Grief and Bereavement ✓ Financial Resources
✓ Stress Management ✓ Family and/or Marriage Issues
✓ Depression and Anxiety ✓ Substance Abuse
Are Services Confidential?
Yes. Receipt of EAP Services is completely confidential. If, however,
participation in the EAP is a direct result of a Management Referral (a referral
initiated by a supervisor or manager), we will ask permission to communicate
certain aspects of the employee's care (attendance at sessions, adherence to
treatment plans, etc.) to the referring supervisor/manager. The referring
supervisor/manager will not, however, receive specific information regarding
the referred employee's case. The supervisor/manager will only receive
reports on whether the referred employee is complying with the prescribed
treatment plan.
Lincoln Financial Group
Customer Service: (855) 327-4463 1 www.guidanceresources.com
Organization Web ID: Lincoln
Basic Life and AUD Insurance
Basic Term Life Insurance
The City provides Basic Term Life insurance to all eligible full-time employees
working a minimum of 30 hours perweek, at no cost, through Lincoln Financial
Group. All full-time employees receive a flat benefit amount of $15,000.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Also, at no cost to employee, the City provides Accidental Death &
Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, which pays in addition to the Basic Term
Life benefit when death occurs as a result of an accident. The AD&D benefit
amount equals the BasicTerm Life benefit, partial benefit may also be payable.
Age Reduction Schedule
Benefit amounts are subject to the following age reduction schedule:
• Reduces by 35% of the benefit amount at age 65
Reduces by 60% of the benefit amount at age 80
Always remember to keep beneficiary information updated.
Beneficiary information may be updated at any time
through Bentek.
Lincoln Financial Group
Customer Service: (800) 423-2765 1 www.lfg.com
Voluntary Life and AUD Insurance
Voluntary Employee Life and ADO Insurance
Eligible employee may elect to purchase additional Life and ADO insurance
on a voluntary basis through Lincoln Financial Group. This coverage may be
purchased in addition to the BasicTerm Life and ADO coverage. Voluntary Life
insurance offers coverage for employee, spouse and/or child(ren) at different
benefit levels.
New Hires may purchase Voluntary Employee Life insurance without
being subject to Medical Underwriting, also known as Evidence
of Insurability (E01), up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of
$100,000.
• Units can be purchased in increments of $10,000 to the maximum
of $500,000, or up to a maximum of five (5) times annual salary.
• Benefit amounts are subject to the following age reduction
schedule:
Reduces by 35% of the benefit amount at age 65
Reduces by 60% of the benefit amount at age 80
• Benefits terminate at retirement.
• Monthly Premium Calculation: Elected coverage - $1,000
x Employee rate (see rate table) x 12 months _ 24 annual
deductions = per pay premium.
Voluntary Spouse Life and AD&D Insurance
New Hires may purchase Voluntary Spouse Life insurance without
being subject to Medical Underwriting, also known as Evidence
of Insurability (E01), up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of
$30,000.
• Employee must participate in the Voluntary Employee Life plan for
spouse to participate.
• Units can be purchased in increments of $5,000 to a maximum
of $250,000 not to exceed 50%of the employee's Voluntary Life
coverage amount.
• Benefit amounts are subject to the following age reduction
schedule:
> Reduces by 35% of the benefit amount at age 65
> Reduces by 60% of the benefit amount at age 80
• Spouse life insurance rate is based on employee age.
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Rate Table
Monthly Premium
Under Age 30
$0.13
30 - 34
$0.17
35 - 39
$0.20
40 - 44
$0.30
45 - 49
$0.46
50 - 54
$0.71
55 - 59
$1.17
60-64
$1.21
65 - 69
$2.64
70 - 74
$4.31
75 +
$7.13
Please Note. Spouse coverage terminates at employee retirement.
Voluntary Dependent Child(ren) Life Insurance
• Employee must participate in the Voluntary Employee Life plan for
dependent child(ren) to participate.
• Dependent child(ren),14 days old up to six (6) months of age, may
be covered for a benefit amount of $250.
• Dependent child(ren), six (6) months old up to age 19 (or age 25 if a
full-time student), may be covered for a minimum benefit of $5,000
up to a maximum amount of $10,000.
Always remember to keep beneficiary information updated.
Beneficiary information may be updated at any time
through Bentek.
Lincoln Financial Group
Customer Service: (800) 423-2765 1 www.lfg.com
Long Term Disability
The City provides Long Term Disability (LTD) insurance at no cost to employee,
who has completed one (1) year of service, through Lincoln Financial Group.
The LTD benefit pays a percentage of monthly earnings if employee becomes
disabled due to an illness or injury.
Long Term Disability (LTD) Benefits
• LTD provides a benefit of 60% of employee's monthly earnings up to
a benefit maximum of $5,000 per month.
• Employee must be disabled for 90 consecutive days prior to
becoming eligible for LTD benefits (known as the elimination
period).
• Benefit payments will commence on the 91 st day of disability.
• The maximum benefit period is determined based on age at the
time of disability.
• Benefits maybe reduced by other income.
Lincoln Financial Group
Customer Service: (800) 423-2765 1 www.lfg.com
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Supplemental Insurance
Allstate offers a variety of voluntary supplemental insurance plans that may
be purchased separately on a voluntary basis and premiums paid by payroll
deduction. Allstate pays money directly to employees, regardless of what
other insurance plans they may have. To learn more about these Allstate plans
and/or to schedule a personal appointment, contact the local Allstate agent.
Details regarding available Allstate plans and services are also available online
at www.allstatebenefits.com/mybenefits.
Available Allstate plans include coverages for:
✓ Group Critical Illness Insurance
✓ Group Accident Insurance
✓ Group Voluntary Disability Insurance
✓ Cancer Insurance
Allstate
Customer Service: (888) 546-3193 1 www.allstatebenefits.com/mybenefits
Agent: Artie Hoffman I Cell: (954) 609-4924
Email: artiehoffman@bellsouth.net
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Legal & Identity Protection Plans
U.S. Legal Services — Family Defender Plan
The City offers employees the opportunity to participate in a voluntary legal
insurance program provided by U.S. Legal Services. By enrolling in the Family
Defender plan, participants will have direct access to attorneys who will
provide services for a variety of situations that include:
✓ Divorce ✓ Criminal Defense
✓ Child Custody & Support ✓ TrafficTickets
✓ Adoption ✓ Wills & Living Trusts
✓ Civil Litigation ✓ Real Estate
✓ Bankruptcy ✓ Contract Review
✓ Name Changes
The cost to the employee to participate in this legal plan is $16.90 per
month for employee only coverage or $21.50 per month for family coverage
(dependent spouse and dependent children up to age 23, if enrolled full-time
in an accredited college or university). Plan benefits include phone and face-
to-face consultations with the attorney, and much more.
U.S. Legal Services — Identity Theft Protection
Identity Defender can be purchased separately or added to the legal insurance
plan for $9.95 per month. With the Identity Defender Plan, employee and
family members can fight back against stolen identity and can restore good
credit and stolen funds. Certified Protection Experts available to assist with
identity theft matters 24/7. Experts complete all paperwork and make all calls
to ensure identity is restored. Members have access to an online dashboard and
mobile app for continuous monitoring and alerts. Covered identity services
include, but are not limited to:
✓ Advanced Fraud Monitoring ✓ Stolen Funds Reimbursement
✓ Change of Address Monitoring ✓ Identity Theft Insurance
✓ Credit & Debit Card Monitoring ($1 million)*
✓ Dark Web Monitoring* ✓ Identity Restoration*
✓ Fraud Alert Reminders ✓ Credit Monitoring
✓ Medical ID Fraud Protection ✓ Mobile App
✓ Smart SSN Tracker* ✓ Two Adults & Unlimited
✓ Lost Wallet Dependent Children Covered**
*Covered for dependents under ChildWatch.
**Dependents must be under26 years old and live in the policyholder's residence.
To learn about the plan, please contact the City's U.S. Legal Services'
representative, Dixie Kuehn, using the contact information provided below.
U.S. Legal Services
Customer Service: (800) 356-5297 1 www.uslegalservices.net
Agent: Dixie Kuehn I Cell: (321) 403-0156
Email: dixiekuehn@cfl.rr.com
Retirement Plans
Chapter 185 Pension Plan - Sworn Police Officers
The Chapter 185 Pension Plan is available only for full-time permanent sworn
Officers of the City. It is a defined benefit plan. Contact Human Resources for
information regarding contributions to the plan.
The Officer becomes vested in this Plan after 10 years of service with the City of
Sebastian. For additional information, refer to the Plan documents.
CWA/ITU Negotiated Pension Plan
The employees covered by the PEA Union bargaining Unit are eligible for
coverage in the CWA/ITU Negotiated Pension Plan. This is a defined benefit
plan. The City contributes to the plan for each regular full-time employee
covered under the bargaining unit.
The employee becomes vested in the plan after five (5) years of employment
with the City of Sebastian. For additional information, refer to the Plan
documents.
Tax Deferred Individual Pension Plans
All employees of the City of Sebastian are eligible to participate in the
MissionSquare Retirement (457) Deferred Compensation Plan. All exempt
management personnel participate in a 401A Plan. A representative of
MissionSquare Retirement periodically visits the City at which time employees
can make an appointment to discuss financial planning via the programs
offered by MissionSquare Retirement; i.e. Deferred Compensation Plan, IRA
and Roth IRA Plans. Employee contributions can be made through payroll
deduction.
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Miscellaneous Benefits
Probationary Period
All regular full-time and part-time employees are on a six (6) month introductory period from date of hire.
Sworn Police Officers and 911 Emergency Dispatch Technicians are on a 12 month introductory probationary period from date of hire.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have paycheck directly deposited to any bank, savings and loan or credit union which is ACH approved.
Supplemental Insurance
Upon employment with the City and during Open Enrollmentfor insurance, representatives of Allstate will meet with employees to discuss various types ofsupplemental
insurances that may be purchased on a voluntary basis at employee cost. Supplemental Insurance premium payments may be payroll deducted.
Leave Policies
Paid Holidays
The holidays celebrated by the City of Sebastian on an annual basis are
provided below.
• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
Annual Leave
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Day After Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve Day
• Christmas Day
Annual leave accrues at the rate of 10 days per year for full-time employees
and at a pro -rated rate for regular part-time employees. The rate increases
with every five (5) years of continuous service with the City. Request for annual
leave is subject to Department Head approval.
Sick Leave
Sick leave begins accruing from date of hire. New employees may not use sick
leave during their first 60 days of employment. Please refer to the appropriate
bargaining agreements for specifics.
Personal Leave
Regular full-time employees are entitled to personal leave. Request for
personal leave is subject to Department Head approval. Please refer to the
appropriate bargaining agreements for specifics.
Bereavement Leave
Bereavement Leave is available for employees to arrange and/or attend the
funeral of an immediate family member. Please refer to the appropriate
collective bargaining agreement for specifics. Leave is to be approved by the
Supervisor upon proof of death of a family member (i.e. death certificate,
newspaper, obituary).
Jury Duty
Employees are required to bring notification of request for jury duty to the
Supervisor. Employees of the City will receive their normal earnings while
serving jury duty. Please refer to the appropriate bargaining agreements for
specifics.
Regular Part -Time Employee
Regular part-time employees receive pro -rated benefits based on 40 hours of
service per pay period or as specified in the collective bargaining agreement.