The council voted to retain Regents Blue Shield for the city’s medical coverage and to select MetLife for dental and vision for the coming plan year. Council discussion reviewed premium comparisons and multi‑year rate projections.

Council members noted that while MetLife’s dental and vision proposals showed lower premiums initially, some plans can have larger year‑to‑year increases. Staff presented a comparative grid summarizing projected costs and plan features. After discussion, a council motion to continue with Regents for medical and to opt into MetLife for dental and vision passed on an affirmative vote.

Council members and staff said they will finalize enrollment and communicate plan changes to employees; staff will process the administrative steps required to implement the selected plans.