Judge requests and board approves pay raise for assistant magistrate
Oct 9, 2026
Oct 9, 2026
District Judge Mike Ectal asked commissioners to raise the assistant magistrate's pay to $22 per hour now and $23 after five years; the board approved the increase by roll call.
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District Judge Mike Ectal addressed the board to request a wage adjustment for the assistant magistrate, citing responsibilities and retention concerns. The judge proposed an increase to $22 per hour immediately and to $23 per hour at the assistant magistrate’s five-year anniversary.
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