Government

Benefits

At City of Redlands, we value your contributions to our success and want to provide you with a benefits package that protects your health and helps your financial security, now and in the future.

The following information details the procedure for Medicare and Medical reimbursements in relation to the new RHRA plan.

If you have any questions regarding the RHRA plan, please contact Jennifer Gutjahr by email at jgutjahr@cityofredlands.org  or by phone at 909-798-7514, ext. 1728. 

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Important information to keep in mind.

A Zoom meeting has been scheduled with the details listed below:

An In-person meeting has been scheduled with the details listed below:

  • Date: February 8, 2024
  • Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am
  • Location: 35 Cajon Street, Suite 2 Redlands, CA 92373 (City Council Chambers)

Monday, November 3, 2025 through Friday, November 14, 2025

Open Enrollment is your once-a-year opportunity to review your supplemental benefits and make changes for the upcoming calendar year. If you have any questions regarding Open Enrollment, please contact Jennifer Gutjahr by email at jgutjahr@cityofredlands.org  or by phone at 909-798-7514, ext. 1728. 

If you want to make an in-person appointment, please contact Jennifer Gutjahr using the information provided above.

download this documentPayPro FSA Enrollment Guide 2026

Frequently Asked Questions:

Flexible Spending Accounts allow you to set aside money-tax free-then use that money when you have certain everyday expenses, such as costs related to child care and health care. You must enroll  (or re-enroll) in the flexible spending accounts annually to participate. 

Employees who would like to enroll into an FSA plan will need enroll via the PayPro Portal at Login – PayPro Business Party.

Employees who would like to continue their FSA plan into 2026 will need to re-enroll via the PayPro Portal at Login – PayPro Business Party .

Vision insurance is only available for sworn safety and executive staff. All other employees who do not fall under the above categories receive up to $300 vision reimbursement each fiscal year. 

For new enrollments or changes to your current plan, you will need to complete the Principal Change Form for Dental and Vision.

City employees can enroll in either plans: Principal (PPO) or  Liberty Dental (HMO).

A PPO dental plan, also known as a Preferred Provider Organization dental plan, is a type of dental insurance plan where you have the flexibility to choose any dentist of specialist, whether they are in-network or out-of-network. 

For new enrollments or changes to your current plan, you will need to complete the Principal Change Form for Dental and Vision. 

A HMO dental plan, also known as a Health Maintenance Organization dental plan, is a type of dental insurance plan where it requires members to choose a primary care dentist (PCD) from a network of participating dentists.

For new enrollments or changes to your current plan, you will need to complete the Liberty Dental Enrollment Form.

Employees can elect or make changes to Voluntary Life Insurance during this open enrollment. Please note that if you are submitting a change or new election during open enrollment, you and/or your spouse must complete the Principal Voluntary Life Health Statement. 

Please see rates below for non-smoker and smoker:

Disability income protection insurance provides a benefit for “long term” disability resulting form a covered injury or sickness. 

For new enrollments or changes to your current plan, you will need to complete the Reliance Long Term Disability (LTD) Enrollment Form.

Please see rates below:

Employees wishing to enroll in or inquire about Colonial Life can contact a Colonial Representative at 855-697-6876. No appointment is necessary, and you may contact the representative at any time during this open enrollment.  Employees can also self-enroll using the following link: https://harmonyenroll.coloniallife.com. Login: CTYRED + SSN (no spaces; remove +), Password: First 4 Letters of Last Name + Last 4 Digits of SSN (no spaces; remove +).

Nationwide pet insurance is a type of insurance coverage designed to help pet owners manage the costs associated with veterinary care for their pets. It provides financial protection and peace of mind by reimbursing a portion of eligible veterinary expenses incurred for the treatment and care of pets. 

United Pet Care insurance is a affordable pet care plan that helps members save 20-50% on every vet visit.

 

Do not forget to thoroughly check your pay stub to be sure the appropriate deductions were made.

Employee Wellness Program

Our employee wellness program describes our company’s wellness initiatives that promote employee health. The program is designed to encourage awareness of health related issues, improve morale, and will, in time, likely reduce the cost of employee injuries and healthcare. 

Employee wellness programs have many benefits. Wellness helps people become more productive. It can reduce the number of sick days employees take and various sickness-related expenses and accidents. But, most importantly, employee wellness is a vital aspect of building a happier workplace.

Our wellness program has several goals. For example, we want to help our employees: 

  • Improve general health and well-being 
  • Improve productivity
  • Improve the sense of being a team
  • Improve morale and attitude
  • Decrease absenteeism
  • Reduce turnover rate
  • Decrease injuries

The program is developed for voluntary participation in any or all of the below listed activities and is only offered to full time employees. Any employee demonstrating participation in the recognized events will receive the number of points associated with each specific wellness objective. 

Please review the City of Redlands Wellness Program for additional information.

Resources

download this documentTuition Reimbursement DEGREE Approval Form download this documentRPOA Professional Development Reimbursement Request download this documentDirect Deposit Agreement Form download this documentTuition Reimbursement Program Instructions download this documentTuition Reimbursement COURSE Approval Form

Employee Wellness Resources

EAP – There are times when everyone needs a little help or advice. The confidential Employee Assistance Program  (EAP) through Magellan Healthcare is free and available to you an all members of your household. Services are confidential and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Problem – solving support

Call us for help with life’s ups and downs. We’re here 24/7 to connect or refer you to a professional who can help with:

  • Marriage, family and relationship issues.
  • Stress, anxiety and sadness.
  • Grief, loss or responses to traumatic events.
  • Live webinars and on-demand library

When you call, you can make an appointment that works for you:

  • Face-to-face sessions – Meet with a provider from our network (for example, a counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychologist) in his or her office. We can provide a referral when you call us. You can also search or a provider on our member website.
  • Phone or web-video consultations – Easily accessed support provided by a network provider or MHN consultant.

Work and life services

Our experts can help you balance your work with your life! Call us for:  

  • Childcare and eldercare assistance
  • Financial services
  • Legal services
  • Care of older adults Pet care  Household services

Legal Services

Half hour free consultation with a participating attorney for each new legal topic (each plan year) related to:

  • General, family, criminal law
  • Elder law and estate planning
  • Divorce

Health and wellness resources

Take charge of your well-being! Just register on our member website to:

  • Assess your health and get tips for living better.
  • Track progress toward your wellness goals.
  • Take advantage of interactive e-learning programs.
  • Find articles and videos about health topics.

Call: 1.800.450.1327

Or go to: https://member.magellanhealthcare.com/

When you create an account, enter your organization’s name as the program name. 

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