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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2010 -079
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ELECTING TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AML /JIA LOSS
CONTROL INCENTIVE PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF SEWARD
WHEREAS, the City of Seward is a member of the Alaska Municipal League Joint
Insurance Association (hereinafter "AMLJIA "); and
WHEREAS, the AMLJIA provides comprehensive risk management assistance and provides
workers' compensation, liability and property coverage for the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS, the AMLJIA developed the Loss Control Incentive Program to help reduce
member losses individually and pool wide; and
WHEREAS, the AMLJIA will provide all written program material necessary, and offer
assistance to participants; and
WHEREAS, pool members that participate in the Loss Control Incentive Program and
complete the required activities, will have the opportunity to earn a discount on their contribution;
and
WHEREAS, it is the City of Seward's policy to provide a safe environment for its elected
officials, employees, citizens, and the visiting public; and
WHEREAS, the Loss Control Incentive Program has and will continue to enhance such an
environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Section 1. The Seward City Council elects to participate in the AML /JIA Loss Control
Program for the remainder of 2010 and 2011 policy year.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the city of Seward, Alaska, this 13 day of
September, 2010.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2010 -079
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Willard E Dunham, Mayor
AYES: Valdatta, Smith, Shafer, Amberg, Dunham
NOES: None
ABSENT: Keil, Bardarson
ABSTAIN: None
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Meeting Date: September 13, 2010
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Agenda Item: Participating in the AMLJIA Loss Control 4L AS r ` P
Incentive Program
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward is a member of the Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association
(AMLJIA). AMLJIA provides comprehensive risk management assistance and provides workers'
compensation, liability and property coverage for the City of Seward. AMLJIA developed the Loss
Control Incentive Program in 2005 to help reduce member losses individually and pool wide.
AMLJIA will provide all written program material necessary and offer assistance to participants.
Pool members that participate in the Loss Control Incentive Program and complete the required
activities will have the opportunity to earn a discount of up to Five Percent (5 %) on our contribution.
Since 2006, the City of Seward has participated in the Loss Control Program which has lowered our
annual premium up to 5% annually. In 2010, we would like to continue our safety efforts which will
result in cost savings.
It is the City of Seward's policy to provide a safe environment for its elected officials, employees,
citizens, and the visiting public. In order to qualify for this Loss Control Incentive Program the City
must do the following:
1. Provide tracking logs to document all safety activities.
2. Pass a resolution annually electing to participate in this program.
3. Provide reports and inspections timely and on a semiannual basis.
4. Engage an active Safety Committee to include agendas, notes, specific topics and minutes.
5. Provide model safety plans and training.
The City has been actively engaged to complete the above requirement to continue to qualify for this
Program. The City has developed a positive reputation with AMLJIA due to our proactive position
on promoting and enhancing safety.
INTENT:
To pass a resolution to participate in the AMLJIA Loss Control Incentive Program for 2010 -2011.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter, Comprehensive
Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures.
FISCAL NOTE:
There is no financial cost for this program. The program has a potential 5% savings on our annual
premiums. Approved by Finance Department:
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approves Resolution 2010 -079 and authorizing the City Manager to participate in the
AMLJIA Loss Control Incentive Program.