Jay County Commissioners have agreed to contribute more toward employees' health insurance plans in 2026.
The county's premium through Physicians Health Plan for 2026 increased by 5%, about $77,000, but the county has an $80,000 credit with next year's plan, which offsets the increase.
Next year's annual contribution for the county is just under $1.7 million.
County auditor Emily Franks pointed out that the county has an $80,000 credit with next year's plan, which offsets the increase.
Author's summary: Jay County increases health insurance contributions for employees.