Local 134 Agreement

ARTICLE XXI   HEALTH CARE AND LIFE INSURANCE BENEFIT PLANS

Section 21.1. - Health Care Benefits.

Effective January 1, 2008, the full-time employee's share of monthly health care plan rates shall be as follows:

There shall be no increase in health care plan rates through December 31, 2008. If the University changes the employee contribution, plan coverage, or carrier for non-union employees, the Union will be notified of same at least 60 calendar days prior to the effective date of such changes. Such changes shall be effective on January 1st throughout the term of this Agreement.

The University plans to continue to offer the aforementioned plans for the term of this Agreement. However, if during the term of this Agreement it becomes necessary to remove or change any of the above health plans, the University will first give the Union notice and afford the Union the opportunity to bargain concerning such change.

The University's contributions toward the Maroon Plan coverage, Health Maintenance Organization coverage, or toward any new health care plan are applicable only for employees who are in active pay status, except as provided in Sections 11.4 and 14.4 of this Agreement.

Section 21.2

Employees reaching three (3) months of service shall be obliged to participate in and make contributions to the University's Long Term Disability Plan.

Section 21.2. - Life Insurance Benefits.

During the term of this Agreement, full-time employees shall receive Group Life Insurance coverage in the amount of twelve thousand dollars ($12,000.00) ($6,000.00 for part-time employees) which shall be paid for entirely by the University. Employees shall be eligible to obtain additional life insurance coverage in accordance with eligibility requirements and contribution levels established by the University.