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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2013-112
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 will 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 2014-2015 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 911' day of
December, 2013.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2013-112
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Council Agenda Statement �j�sets,
Meeting Date: December 9, 2013 u . �a
Through: Jim Hunt, City Manager AS
From: Sarah Spanos, Personnel Officer
Agenda Item: Participating in the AMLJIA Loss Control 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 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. In 2012 the City participated in the Loss Control Program and was awarded
approximately $10,882 and in 2013 was awarded $21,534 which has been dedicated to lowering our annual
premium and purchasing safety supplies. In 2014, we would like to continue these efforts.
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.
INTENT:
To pass a resolution to participate in the AMLJIA Loss Control Incentive Program for 2014.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan (document source here): Section 3.9 X
2. Strategic Plan (document source here): Page 2, Page 13 X
3. Other (list): X
FISCAL NOTE:
There is no financial cost for this program and the City may be eligible for financial safety incentives for
successful program participation.
Approved by Finance Department: gAgjahec___
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approves Resolution 2013- 1‘2" authorizing the City Manager to participate in the AMLJIA Loss
Control Incentive Program.