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<br />Commissioner Gordon suggested a shorter time period and asking for a larger <br />contribution upfront. She would like to see better terms if we are to go forward. <br />Commissioner Jacobs said that Sports Endeavors helped the County get a $50,000 <br />soccer grant. This entity is very supportive and this is a friendly initiative. <br />Commissioner Nelson said that he has nothing against Sports Endeavors, but just a <br />philosophical stance. <br />A motion was made by Commissioner Foushee, seconded by Commissioner Jacobs to <br />approve a proposal for sponsorship, incorporating the suggested changes, of the West Ten <br />Soccer Center by Sports Endeavors, Inc. and authorize the staff to negotiate a proposed <br />agreement, to be brought back far Commissioner approval. <br />VOTE: Ayes, 3; Nays, 2 (Commissioner Gordon and Commissioner Nelson) <br />e. 2008 Employee Health, Dental and Life Benefits Recommendation <br />The Board considered approving the 2008 Employee Health, Dental and Life Benefits <br />recommendation. <br />Human Resources Director Michael McGinnis made a PowerPoint presentation. He <br />introduced Benefits Manager Dianne Shepherd. <br />2008 <br />Benefits Recommendation (6e) <br />Orange Board of County Commissioners <br />October 9, 2007 <br />Major Challenges <br />Overall Challenges <br />Maintain Value of Benefit Plans <br />Health Care Plan <br />Maintain Advantages of Plan Designs <br />• Continue Two Plans w/Low Copays and Deductibles <br />• Continue Waiver of Doctor Copay far Wellness Visits <br />• Encourage Generic and Mail Order Medication <br />Improvement and Cost Controls <br />• Provide Additional Coverage Options <br />• Encourage Use of Preventive Care Services <br />• More Closely Monitor Disease Management Programs <br />• Review Development and Funding of a Wellness Plan <br />Review Process <br />^ Employee Relation Consortium (ERG) <br />^ County Management Team <br />^ Department Director's Team <br />