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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Washoe County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Deferred Compensation Program fee structure
The committee will revisit a possible cut of the administrative fee from its current level to 0.01%. A fee reduction would mean county employees participating in the deferred comp plan keep more of their investment returns.
District 5 seat vacancy on the Senior Advisory Board
Candidates for the open District 5 seat will be introduced. No appointment vote is on this agenda, but the seat's fill will shape who speaks for District 5 seniors.
Investment fund lineup change
Mariner's quarterly performance report could prompt a change to the investment fund lineup offered to participants. Any change would affect the menu of investment options available to county employees.
Participant access to Committee representatives
The committee wants to make sure participants know who their representatives are and how to reach them with questions and concerns. Better outreach could make the plan more responsive to employee feedback.
Microsoft Office 365 Cloud Enterprise Agreement
The county is considering a three-year software agreement with Microsoft for cloud services to keep county operations running smoothly. The deal involves using General Fund contingency money to cover the first year's costs.
OPEB Trust Fund Financial Management and Reimbursements
The board is reviewing over $6.5 million in administrative expenditures and employer reimbursements, alongside interim and unaudited financial statements for retiree benefits.
Retirement Benefits Investment Fund (RBIF) Performance and Transfers
Trustees will examine cash flow projections, planned fund transfers, and investment performance updates for the Nevada Retirement Benefits Investment Fund.
District Employee Health Benefits Program for 2027
The county approved its $95.4 million health benefits package for 2027 while dropping the popular Surest plan due to a 40% cost hike. Officials discussed the impact on employees and partner agencies navigating tighter coverage choices during open enrollment.