Weber School District proposes significant salary increases and employee bonuses

The Weber School District Board meeting held on June 11, 2025, focused on proposed compensation and benefits for the upcoming year, alongside discussions on insurance plans for district employees.

The meeting began with a presentation on the district's commitment to providing a competitive compensation package while adhering to budget constraints. The proposed plan is based on a projected 4% Weighted Pupil Unit (WPU) increase. Key highlights included a total salary increase of $1,446 for licensed educators, which comprises a $1,000 ongoing raise and an additional $446 from the WPU increase. Educational support staff are set to receive a one-time bonus of $1,000.

The district plans to fully fund lane changes and step increases for the next contract year, along with a 1.25% base salary increase. Additionally, the district will increase its contribution to employees' 401(k) plans from 10% to 11% of their gross salary, addressing changes mandated by the legislature for Tier 2 employees in the Utah retirement system.

Eligibility for the one-time bonuses will be determined based on employment status as of September 1, with payments scheduled for December 1. Employees working four hours or more will qualify, and bonuses will be prorated based on full-time or part-time status.

The meeting also covered insurance matters, with the district negotiating a reduced medical insurance premium increase from an initial 9.3% to 6.4%. The district will continue to cover approximately 80% of the premium for full-time employees, while employees will cover the remaining 20%. Dental insurance will see a proposed 6.1% premium increase, while vision insurance will remain unchanged.

For health reimbursement accounts (HRA), the district plans to align contributions with the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase, raising the amount contributed by 1.25%. Contributions to health savings accounts (HSA) will also continue, with funds front-loaded to assist employees with deductible costs at the beginning of the plan year.

The meeting concluded with a recommendation for the proposed compensation and benefits package, emphasizing the district's ongoing commitment to supporting its employees while managing budgetary responsibilities. Further discussions and approvals are expected in subsequent meetings.