Commission hears plan for police pay structure and $6,000 bicycle pilot

Sep 15, 2026

Staff proposed a 5% cost-of-living increase, a step plan for new police hires, assignment pay for specific duties, and a $6,000 electric-assist bicycle pilot to increase community engagement and visibility.

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Heidi (S2) outlined personnel changes for public safety that include a 5% cost-of-living allowance for all employees, a step plan for new police hires, and assignment pay for officers performing extra duties such as training or detective assignments. She said the town would pilot an assignment-pay structure to better match pay with duties and experience.

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