Officials discuss valuing water certifications and reducing contractor costs
Dec 11, 2025
Councilors discussed reclassifying water operator positions, valuing certifications, and whether local certification could reduce a $28,800 annual contract for responsible operator services; staff said local certification could allow the town to reduce outside-contract costs.
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Councilors discussed reclassifying water operator pay grades and valuing certifications so certified employees who perform daily duties are compensated more than stand-in licensed staff. Staff said moving a certified water operator to a higher pay grade would create space to pay for additional license-related compensation.
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