
Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible to participate in benefits.
New or Rehired Employees:
Eligible new and rehired employees must enroll within 30 calendar days of their start work date. Those who miss this 30-day window must wait until the next annual Open Enrollment period in May, or until they experience a Qualifying Life Event. Coverage begins on the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
Voluntary Benefits:
We partner with EOI Service Company to offer voluntary benefits, including:
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity
- Life Insurance with Long-Term Care
To help you choose the best options for you and your family, professional benefit counselors are available for confidential, one-on-one consultation meetings.
Click here to schedule your enrollment appointment to secure your preferred date and time!
A Special Enrollment Period will be available to employees who experience a qualifying life event. To make changes to benefit elections mid-year, you must complete your election changes and submit all required documentation no later than 30 calendar days from the date the qualifying life event occurs.
Qualifying life events include, but are not limited to:
- Birth or adoption of a child
- Loss of other healthcare coverage
- Eligibility for new healthcare coverage
- Marriage or divorce
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Looking for more detailed information regarding our benefit plans? Find more information on premiums, FAQ, benefit summaries and required notices on the Progress website or contact Human Resources at hrbenefits@cityofpleasantonca.gov or call (925) 931-5048 for assistance.
We are pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. For detailed information about each of the benefits plans and programs available to you and your family, please click on the down arrow for each benefit listed below.
Medical coverage provides you with benefits that help keep you healthy like preventive care screenings and access to urgent care. It also provides important financial protection if you have a serious medical condition. The City of Pleasanton gives you a choice between four medical plan options through Kaiser Permanente & Health Net Group.
Administered by Delta Dental
Regular visits to your dentists can protect more than your smile; they can help protect your health. Recent studies have linked gum disease to damage elsewhere in the body and dentists are able to screen for oral symptoms of many other diseases including cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. The City of Pleasanton provides you with a comprehensive coverage through Delta Dental.
Routine vision exams are important, not only for correcting vision but because they can detect other serious health conditions. Health Net participants automatically receive vision coverage through VSP Vision Care. Kaiser participants receive equivalent vision benefits through Vision Essentials by Kaiser.
Who is Eligible?
All regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate.
Administered by MissionSquare
A Payroll Roth IRA is a retirement account funded directly through automatic, after-tax deductions from your paycheck. Because you contribute after-tax dollars, your investment earnings can be withdrawn 100% tax-free in retirement, provided you meet IRS requirements.
Who is Eligible?
All regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate. However, your ability to contribute depends on your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) as set by the IRS.
Enrollment is completely voluntary. Because of the IRS income limits and individual tax situations, it is recommended that you review your personal financial situation or consult with a retirement plan specialist before making investment decisions.
To discuss your options or begin enrollment, you can schedule an appointment with a MissionSquare representative
Administered by Wex
A Flexible Spending Account lets you set aside money through pre-tax payroll deductions. The money can be used for eligible healthcare and dependent day care expenses you and your family expect to incur during the next benefit year. The main benefit of using an FSA is that you reduce your taxable income, which means you have more money to spend. The catch is that you have to use the money in your account by our plan year's end. Otherwise, that money is lost, so plan carefully. You must re-enroll in this program each year. WEX Inc. administers this program.
IMPORTANT: FSA ENROLLMENT UPDATE
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) enrollment has transitioned to a calendar year cycle. A Special Open Enrollment period for both Healthcare FSA and Dependent Care FSA will take place this October.
New elections made during this period will be effective January 1, 2027.
Please watch for official announcements this fall so you do not miss your opportunity to re-enroll and continue your tax-free savings.
Administered by Voya
If you become disabled and cannot work, your financial security may be at risk. Protecting your income stream can provide you and your family with peace of mind. Disability insurance outlined below for Management, Confidential and PCEA employees only. POA and IAFF employees receive coverage through their respective unions.
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability coverage pays you a benefit if you temporarily can't work because of an injury, illness, or maternity leave. Benefits may be reduced by income from other income sources such as paid time off. Your doctor and the insurance company will work together to determine how long benefits are payable, based on your condition. Coverage is provided by Voya.
Long-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability coverage pays you a certain percentage of your income if you can't work because an injury or illness prevents you from performing any of your job functions over a long time. It's important to know that benefits are reduced by income from other benefits you might receive while disabled, like workers' compensation and Social Security.
If you qualify, long-term disability benefits begin after short-term disability benefits end. Coverage is provided by Voya.
Administered by Voya
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (City-Provided)
Basic Life Insurance provides financial protection for your designated beneficiary in the event of your death. Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance provides additional benefits in the event of a covered accident.
The Claremont Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help with short-term counseling needs. It offers quick and easy access to confidential, professional assistance and resources to help you and your family address difficulties related to emotional concerns, relationships, substance abuse, legal and financial concerns.
Administered by Chubb
Life Insurance with Long-Term Care provides lifelong protection with flexible premiums. It is one policy with two benefits - life insurance coverage and long-term care benefits if you need them.
As life insurance, this plan protects your family with money that can be used any way they choose. It is most often used to pay for mortgage or rent, education for children and grandchildren, retirement, family debt, and final expenses.
Premiums are conveniently paid through payroll deduction.
Administered by Lincoln Financial Group
| Example Benefits* | |
| Ambulance (ground) | $300 |
| Emergency Treatment | $200 |
| Follow-up Office Visit | $100 |
| Open Leg Fracture | $2,250 |
| Hospital Confinement | $300/day |
| ICU Confinement | $600/day |
*This is not a comprehensive list of covered injuries and treatments. Speak to a benefit counselor for a complete list of covered events. Limitations may apply.
Administered by Lincoln Financial Group
Administered by Lincoln Financial Group
| Example Benefits* | |
| Hospital Admission Benefit | $1,500 per day for 5 days per calendar year |
| Daily Hospital Confinement | $200 per day for 30 days per calendar year starting the 2nd day of confinement |
| Daily ICU Confinement | $400 per day for 30 days per calendar year starting the 1st day of confinement |
*This is not a comprehensive list of covered injuries and treatments. Speak to a benefit counselor for a complete list of covered events. Limitations may apply.
Administered by Pet Partners
Pet Partners helps take the stress out of unexpected veterinary expenses, so you can focus on your pet’s care—not the cost. This pet insurance plan reimburses you for eligible expenses related to accidents and illnesses, including emergency treatments, surgeries, medications, laboratory services, and more. You have the flexibility to visit any licensed veterinarian or specialist.
Enrollment for this benefit is available only to new hires, as Open Enrollment has concluded—don't miss your opportunity to enroll.
Premiums are conveniently deducted from your paycheck.
Administered by Voya
The City of Pleasanton is pleased to present the VOYA Travel Assistance program. The VOYA Travel Assistance program offers you enhanced security for your leisure and business trips. You and your eligible dependents will have toll-free or collect call access to the VOYA Travel Assistance customer service center. You can also access the services provided on the VOYA Travel Assistance website, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – from anywhere in the world!
Administered by Empathy
The death of a family member is one of life’s most stressful times. It requires grieving survivors to quickly make many decisions about funeral services, something most of us know little about.
City of Pleasanton employees and eligible family members have access to Everest Funeral Planning and Concierge Service to assist with funeral planning and negotiation at time of need as well as pre-planning tools that can be used to research and document decisions and wishes. Everest is an independent service that works exclusively on behalf of their clients and is not associated with any funeral home or service provider.
If you need further information or assistance with your enrollment, please contact the Human Resources Department at (925) 931-5048 or via email at HRBenefits@cityofpleasantonca.gov.