Resolution 091-2004
Commissioner Spehar
RESOLUTION NO. 091 -2004
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
DECLARING ITS INTENT TO ENROLL IN THE
MONROE COUNTY-WIDE HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN.
WHEREAS, Whereas, Monroe County residents have seen a rapid decline in health insurance
options in our community; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners seeks to ensure that quality, affordable
health care is provided for its residents, but at a cost that does not result in additional taxation on
residents; and
WHEREAS, the Rural Health Network has devised a county wide health insurance program
that offers the promise of fair and equitable rates for both County employees and all residents whether
in the public or private sector; and
WHEREAS, the success of the program, called Monroe County-Wide Health Insurance Plan
(M-CHIP) is dependent on major employers, such as the County, enrolling their employees in the
program; and
WHEREAS, to assure the financial viability of the plan, it is incumbent on major public
sector employers to indicate their support for the plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT
1. The Board of County Commissioners of Monroe Cqunty hereby declares its intent to enroll
in the Monroe County-Wide Health Insurance Plan if the final program provides the tax dollar savings
and the health coverage levels needed by County employees.
2. The Rural Health Network Task Force is recognized for its effort and diligence to find a
solution for the health care needs of Monroe County. f'...)
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners ofMonro~~ty, ~
Florida at a regular meeting of said board held on February 18, Q004. g::VA
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Mayor/Chairperson