The recent council meeting addressed several key items, including the approval of county minutes and the fiscal year 2025 salary plan.

The council began by approving the minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting, with minor corrections noted regarding upcoming agenda items. The motion to approve the minutes passed unanimously with a vote of 6-0.

Following this, the council discussed the FY25 salary plan, presented by Human Resources Manager Marietta Toppi and County Manager Ella Rand. The plan includes a routine 1% salary structure increase approved during budget hearings, along with several job title changes aimed at improving recruitment and accurately reflecting job responsibilities. Notably, the plan proposes a 10% salary increase for transit drivers to address ongoing staffing shortages and enhance competitiveness with neighboring communities.

Councilor Reedy highlighted the importance of the revised pay structure in attracting and retaining qualified transit drivers, acknowledging the challenges faced in filling these positions. The proposed changes also include raising the minimum hourly wage for student positions from $13 to $15.

After a brief discussion, the council moved to approve the revised FY25 salary plan, which also passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote.

The meeting concluded without public comments, as no members of the public were present in chambers or on Zoom to provide input.