December 6, 2024 HSB Governance Committee Meeting

The Health Service Board has clear roles and responsibilities. The Board policies outline what the Board is responsible for and are based on the City Charter and Administrative Code. This presentation is about changing one of the policies.

A Cafeteria Plan is a benefit program under IRS Code Section 125. It lets employees choose between getting their full paycheck or using part of it for certain benefits before taxes are taken out. This helps employees save money by reducing their taxable income. The Health Service Board reviews and approves the changes for the next year.

The San Francisco Health Service System Rules (SFHSS Rules) provide guidelines for managing health benefits for eligible members and their families. These rules, based on local, state, and federal laws, explain who can get benefits, how to enroll, and what coverage is offered. They also include steps for handling appeals and ensuring the rules are followed. The goal is to make health benefits fair, clear, and easy to manage.

Each year, the Board evaluates the qualitative aspects of Executive Directors' performance for the past year. The Board looks at five areas of work. Before giving the evaluation, the board can edit or add to it.

Each year, the Board reviews its performance. Board members can look at how the Board worked over the past year and suggest ways to improve. Before giving the evaluation, the board can edit or add to it.

Remote Meeting Access (WebEx)

Watch and join the meeting -December 6, 2024 HSB Regular Meeting Link

Public Comment Call-In: 415-655-0001 / Access Code: 2664 619 5750

Providing Public Comment: 

1. Dial into 415-655-0001 and then enter access code 2664 619 5750 then #
2. Enter the Webinar Password: 1145 then press #
3. Press # again to enter the meeting as an ATTENDEE 
4. You will hear a beep when you join the meeting as a participant.
   1. Stop and LISTEN 
   2. Wait for Public Comment to be announced. 
5. When  Public Comment is called, dial * then 3 to be added to the speaker line. 
6. You will then hear “You have raised your hand to ask a question, please wait to speak until the host calls on you.” Callers will hear silence when waiting for their turn to speak. 
7. To withdraw your question, press* then 3. – you will hear: “You have lowered your hand.” 
8. When the system message says “Your line has been unmuted” - THIS IS YOUR TIME TO SPEAK. 
9. When the President or Commission Secretary states “Welcome Caller,” you are encouraged to state your name clearly. As soon as you speak, you will have 3 minutes to provide your comments. 
10. Once your 3 minutes have expired, you will be moved out of the speaker line and back as a participant in the meeting (unless you disconnect). You will hear “Your line has been muted.” 
11. Participants who wish to speak on other public comment periods can stay on the meeting line and listen for the next public comment opportunity. 

Best Practices when calling in for Public Comment:

•    Call from a quiet location
•    Speak slowly and clearly
•    Turn down any televisions or radios around you
•    Address the Commission as a whole, do not address individual Commissioners

Written Public Comment

Persons unable to attend the meeting may submit written public comments regarding an agenda item. These comments will be made part of the official public record and shall be brought to the attention of the Health Service Board. Written public comment expected to be part of the official record should be submitted to the Board email health.service.board@sfgov.org  and received by 5 pm on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Members can also call 628-652-4646 with any questions.

All comments received by the deadline will be forwarded to Board members, and the Board Secretary will note on the record during the specific agenda item that the Board received written public comment on that item and will include that note in the meeting minutes. In the body of your email, indicate the meeting date and the particular agenda item number. If you do not specify an agenda item, your emailed public comment will be read under general comment.

Questions or comments regarding this meeting or board materials should be directed to: 
Board Secretary
c/o San Francisco Health Service System 
1145 Market Street, 3rd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
email: health.service.board@sfgov.org
phone: 628-652-4646