DeSoto County

The committee addressed specific insurance issues, including out-of-network laboratory charges and billing concerns related to the transition to a new virtual care program. A presentation was provided regarding quarterly medical and dental claims, noting favorable medical loss ratios, high-cost claimant updates, and dental plan performance expectations for renewal negotiations. Additionally, the committee discussed the ongoing planning for the Jet Dental mobile clinic, the implementation of the HRally benefits enrollment platform, feedback from the recent employee Health Fair, and continued participation in monthly wellness webinars.

The DeSoto County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) is a collaborative plan designed to reduce the long-term impacts of natural and man-made hazards within the community. Through partnerships, the LMS identifies risks, prioritizes projects, and implements strategies to protect lives, property, and critical infrastructure. The plan aims to build a safer, more resilient community and integrate mitigation efforts into future planning and development decisions.

The committee discussed various insurance issues, including specific cases regarding hearing aid coverage and telehealth access difficulties, as well as the limited urgent care access in the county. The insurance and claims report showed favorable loss ratios and stable renewal projections, despite the rising costs of specialty prescription medications. Wellness initiatives were reviewed, including incentives for health-related purchases and potential screening programs. Additionally, the committee discussed retiree insurance and Medicare education, the promotion of mental health services through the employee assistance program, plans for the upcoming annual health fair, and the development of a new centralized employee resource portal.

The DeSoto County Local Mitigation Strategy is a continuous plan designed to minimize community exposure to natural, technological, and human-caused hazards, thereby enhancing resilience and preparedness. It outlines five key goals: reducing loss of life and property, maintaining high preparedness and coordination, reducing critical facility vulnerability, protecting unique natural habitats and ecological systems, and increasing public awareness and participation in hazard preparedness and mitigation.

The Board of County Commissioners of Desoto County, Florida, ratified and confirmed the 'WHEREAS' clauses as true and correct, incorporating them into the resolution. The adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023 was amended and supplemented as provided in Budget Amendment 2023-26, 2023-27, 2023-28 and 2023-29. The budget was adjusted to complete a sidewalk project with EPI and budget the City of Arcadia revenue cost share portion. Insurance reimbursement was processed for lightening damage to the scales. An additional Administration position was budgeted. A Sheriff request for Article V transfer to Sheriff Operating account for period Oct-Dec 2022 was processed.