Kelly A. Berard

The committee reviewed updates on open enrollment and the new plan year, including improvements in program accessibility with Albertson/Safeway, expanded vision insurance coverage for minor plan members, and the removal of the dental and orthodontia waiting period. Operational updates included the implementation of a new online ticketing system for tracking customer service metrics and the adoption of a secure online enrollment tool for non-SCO agencies. Additionally, the committee reviewed the Regence Quarterly Business Review, financial reports concerning reserve balances, and claims data for dental services.

The committee held a meeting covering several key financial and operational topics. A cash analysis report was reviewed detailing fiscal year projections, actuals, and retained risk premiums. A three-year loss history update was provided to identify trends across fiscal years 2023 to 2025. Additionally, the committee discussed property damage claims, complex liability issues involving employment allegations, and building appraisal information. The loss control manager presented a report regarding engineering visits to state-insured properties and associated loss expectancy.

The meeting agenda includes the approval of the December 2, 2025, PBFAC Meeting Minutes. Key discussion items focus on various project reviews and selections across different categories. Delegated Projects include items for Boise State University (BSU) Student Union and Center for Teaching and Learning renovations. Delegated Project Reviews cover improvements at the University of Idaho (UI) Blake House, BSU Capital Village #3, and BSU Environmental Research Building. Small Projects include door replacement at CSI Expo Center and chiller repairs at UI Idaho Water Center. The agenda also covers Design Professional Selections for projects at Idaho State University (ISU), BSU, and UI; Design-Build Reviews for Idaho State Historical Society (ISHS) and Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC); Mid-Range Reviews for Department of Health and Welfare (DHW); Preliminary and Final Reviews for UI McCall Field Campus; Project Updates for ISU; and Old Business related to the ISU Beckley Nursing Remodel.

The Risk Management Advisory Committee meeting included a financial review with cash analysis and budget updates, a loss history update, and a building appraisal update. The committee discussed and approved a Recreational Vehicle Policy to add recreational vehicle coverage and watercraft coverage to the current Auto Physical Damage coverage. The Loss Control Manager provided a 2024 update, highlighting engineering visits at State insured properties and associated recommendations.

The meeting included financial updates on medical and dental claims, with discussions on claim expenses, reserve balances, and fiscal year projections. An overview of the Office of Group Insurance was presented, covering staffing, budget, and the growth of the plan since 2020. The Regence plan transition was reviewed, highlighting member disruption issues and the responsiveness of the Regence Account Management team. Future plans include focusing on operational processes, monitoring carriers, improving LUMA functionality, replacing paper enrollment, enhancing the website, and monitoring healthcare landscape changes.