Employee Connection

2026 Open Enrollment
October 1 – 15
Announcements
2026 Open Enrollment – October 1-15
Open Enrollment opens Wednesday, October 1st!
We’re excited to kick off Open Enrollment for 2026 benefits, giving you the opportunity to review, update, or customize your plans to fit your unique needs. St Johns County BCC 2026 Open Enrollment will run through Wednesday, October 15, 2025. This year, we’re making it easier than ever with our new comprehensive online Benefits Guide—your one-stop resource for comparing plans and rates side-by-side. Your new benefits selections will start on January 1, 2026.
‘Your Heart at Work’ Workshop 10/7
Join Health Coach Lindsey Lemaistre for an engaging session on understanding blood pressure and the importance of regular checks.
In this workshop, you’ll learn: What blood pressure is and why it matters, the healthy ranges to main and practical tips to manage and improve your blood pressure.
Registration is encouraged but not required!
Donate Blood. Save Lives 10/9
The Big Red Bus will be in the parking lot of the Courthouse on Thursday, October 9, 8:00am to 1:00pm.
All donors will receive: A $20 eGift Card, Halloween T-shirt, a Wellness Checkup (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron, and cholesterol screening).
Appointments are encouraged but not required!.
Be sure to bring your photo ID when you donate.
Wellness Incentive Program Update
Wellness Premium Incentive Program Update
The WPI Form is now fully electronic—no more paper forms!
2025 Healthy Living Reimbursement Program
Session 2 (July 1 – Dec 31) is open for benefits-eligible employees! This program provides reimbursement of up to $100.00, two times per year ($200 annually and subject to tax assessment) for approved activities to continue supporting our employees to lead healthy and happy lives at and outside of work.
Important Update: Employer Paid Life Insurance Coverage Increases
We are excited to announce that, effective January 1, 2025, your basic life insurance coverage has been increased from $50,000 to a minimum of $75,000, or 1x your annual salary (whichever amount is higher).
We encourage you to review and update your beneficiary information.