8/20/26 Board of County Commissioners: Human Resources

The Kootenai County Idaho Board of County Commissioners held a Human Resources meeting on August 20, 2026, primarily discussing a potential partnership with PMR Healthcare to operate the county's clinic as an "anchor clinic." This arrangement would allow the clinic to serve additional local employers' employees, potentially reducing the county's fixed healthcare costs by up to $1 million if 2,500 additional patients are enrolled. The commissioners explored details such as pricing, service capacity, liability, contract terms, and the timeline for onboarding new groups. PMR proposed charging other employers approximately $90 per individual per month, with the county receiving a $35 credit per additional patient. The county expressed interest in receiving a formal presentation from PMR to address outstanding questions and to better understand the financial and operational implications before proceeding. No final decisions or contract awards were made during this meeting, but the discussion set the stage for further evaluation and potential procurement activity related to the clinic's management.