Northborough Appropriations Committee Meeting Minutes March 2026
Harvard Pilgrim Health Insurance Costs Rise Sharply
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Description
Northborough reports that its employee health insurance with Harvard Pilgrim has risen to $8.76 million, reflecting a 16% overall cost increase driven in part by a 12.44% premium hike and higher enrollment. Officials noted this follows a historic 17% increase in FY26 after years of relatively modest renewals.
Contract Details
Contract Amount
$8.76 million (total health insurance costs; 16% increase, including 12.44% premium increase)
Vendor
HARVARD PILGRIM
Agency
Northboro-Southboro School District, MA
Contract Type
INSURANCE
Document Date
March 23, 2026
Contract Term
FY26–FY27 renewal period (implied annual health insurance cycle)
Renewal Info
The town has historically renewed its Harvard Pilgrim coverage annually, with prior average renewals of 2.8% per year until a 17% increase in FY26 and a further 12.44% premium increase into FY27.
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