MEETING DATE:
JUNE 23, 2026
SUBJECT:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-9624 - APPROVAL OF WITHDRAWAL FROM THE PUBLIC AGENCIES SELF-INSURANCE SYSTEM (PASIS) AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE WITHDRAWAL AGREEMENT AND ANY ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS TO EFFECTUATE THE SAME
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Recommendation
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ADOPT a resolution approving withdrawal from the Public Agencies Self-Insurance System (PASIS) effective July 1, 2026, approving the Agreement for Withdrawal from PASIS Membership between PASIS and the City of San Marcos; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Withdrawal Agreement and any related documents necessary to effectuate the City's withdrawal from PASIS.
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Board or Commission Action
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Executive Summary
The City of San Marcos currently participates in the Public Agencies Self-Insurance System (PASIS) for worker's compensation coverage and claims administration.
As part of the City's ongoing efforts to optimize risk management operations, Human Resources / Risk staff completed a best value analysis comparing the city's existing workers' compensation service model with a consolidated approach under the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA). The analysis considered financial impacts, claims administration services, risk management support, and overall program efficiency. Following the evaluation, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-9599 on May 26, 2026, authorizing participation in the CJPIA Excess Workers' Compensation Protection Program effective July 1, 2026.
To complete the transition to CJPIA coverage, the City must formally withdraw from PASIS and execute a Withdrawal Agreement establishing the terms and conditions of the withdrawal.
Discussion
The proposed Withdrawal Agreement provides for the City's withdrawal from PASIS effective July 1, 2026, and has been approved by the PASIS board in the form presented for the Council's consideration.
As part of the transition to the California Joi...
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