Town health insurance switch to Tompkins County consortium
Town of Manlius
Summary
Manlius is leaving its current health plan because rising costs made it unsustainable, and only two insurers would quote the town. Joining the 78-member consortium gives Manlius the same pooled rate as other municipalities and slightly lowers 2027 premiums for singles and families.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
Monthly premiums actually dip slightly — singles drop about $14 and families about $25 from 2026 rates — easing cost pressure on the town and its employees.
Town employees and retirees on the town health plan, plus taxpayers who avoid steeper premium increases.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Town Board - Sep 30, 2026
Manlius is leaving its current health plan because rising costs made it unsustainable, and only two insurers would quote the town. Joining the 78-member consortium gives Manlius the same pooled rate as other municipalities and slightly lowers 2027 premiums for singles and families.
Town Board - Aug 12, 2026
The town's current health insurance carrier is no longer available, so the board approved applying to the Greater Tompkins County consortium — a required step, not yet a commitment to switch.
Town Board - Jan 2, 2026
Non-union town employees will pay 16% of health insurance premiums while the town covers 84%; board members and justices split 50/50, including retirees.
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