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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC RESO 15,568RESOLUTION NO. 15,568 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ROBERT B. CLARK FOR ROBERT B. CLARK TO PROVIDE GROUP INSURANCE CONSULTING SERVICES WHEREAS, the City of National City has contracted with the EPLER Company for Group Insurance Consulting services since 1977; WHEREAS, there is a continuing need for such services; AND WHEREAS, Robert B. Clark has submitted a proposal to provide such services at a lower cost and that such proposal was determined to be more responsive to the needs of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of National City hereby awards a contract for GROUP INSURANCE CONSULTING SERVICES TO: ROBERT B. CLARK BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of National City, California, that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the City, a contract between ROBERT B. CLARK and the City of National City to provide group insurance consulting services. PASSED and ADOPTED this 22nd day of March, 1988. Gerge H. Waters, Mayor ATTEST: Ione/Campbell, City Cle APPROVED AS TO FORM: George H. Eiser, III - City Attorney ROBERT B. CLARK • GROUP INSURANCE CONSULTANT February 22, 1988 Mr. Richard D. Schulman Assistant to the City Manager/ Personnel City of National City 1243 National City Boulevard National City, Ca. 92050-4397 Dear Mr. Schulman: This letter constitutes my proposal to provide group insurance consulting services to the City of National City for the period April 15, 1988 to April 15, 1989. BACKGROUND Since 1978, I have provided group insurance consulting services to the City of National City while associated with The Epler Company, the last five years as an independent contractor. Those services have included evaluating renewal actions proposed by The Travelers Insurance Company (and negotiating for rate modifications), solicitation of competitive bids in 1983, implementation of a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) in 1986, and negotiating for a premium waiver in 1987. As noted in my letter to you of February 12, 1988, I have ended my association with The Epler Company, and am establishing an independent consulting practice. In addition, I will be associated with Mr. Phillip D. Nico of Nico Insurance Services; Mr. Nico and his staff will be available to provide any necessary services in my absence. PROPOSED CONSULTING SERVICES It is proposed that the following consulting services be provided: 1. Review the plan of benefits, make recommendations regarding any advisable or necessary revisions, and advise regarding the cost of the revisions. 2. Monitor the cost-effectiveness of the PPO. 3. Meet with City management and employee representatives as required. 4. Review financial results for the plan years ending July 1, 1987 and July 1, 1988, and ensure that the City is properly credited with all funds. 5. Analyze The Travelers' proposed renewal action effective July 1, 1988, and negotiate for a renewal more favorable to the City and employees. 386 EAST H STREET, SUITE 209-493 • CHULA VISTA, CA 92010 • (619) 585-7482 Richard D. Schulman February 22, 1988 Page 2 6. Assist with any problems with administation or claims adjustment. 7. Advise regarding the effect on the City's group insurance plans of state and federal legislation (such as COBRA). 8. Advise regarding the implications of adopting a flexible benefits program. 9. Advise regarding the potential savings of adopting an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 10. Solicit and evaluate quotations from The Travelers and other insurance companies for an employee paid supplemental life insurance plan. FEES The annual fees for the above services will be $3000, including expenses. QUALIFICATIONS My background includes 12 years' experience as a group underwriter with three major insurance companies, as well as 10 years' consulting experience. As a consultant, I have provided services to some of the largest employers in San Diego County, such as the City of San Diego, Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, Grossmont District Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospitals. If this proposal is accepted, please sign the enclosed copy of this letter and return it in the envelope provided. I have enjoyed very much working with you and other members of City management, and look forward to continuing to be of assistance to the City of National City. Sincerely, ,wfbaetti-K Robert B. Clark