Police retroactive pay figures tabled pending treasurer verification

The Board of Aldermen tabled a motion to approve retroactive pay for two reclassified, non‑sworn positions in the police department after members asked that the police chief and the treasurer reconcile differing calculations. Background: The Public Safety and Human Resources committees reviewed pay adjustments for two positions — a staff operations specialist (formerly a staff sergeant) and an executive assistant to the police chief — and discussed retroactive pay dating to July 1, 2024. Committee notes listed estimated retro payments, and the treasurer’s office sent a follow-up email recomputing amounts earlier the same day. Why it matters: The amounts would be charged to FY25 payroll and have fringe-cost implications. The treasurer told the committee that because the retroactive pay relates to the FY25 payroll period, it must be recorded in FY25 financials; auditors would require that treatment. Board action: After committee discussion and a request from the police chief for additional time to reconcile calculations with the treasurer’s office, a member moved to table the motion until the chief and treasurer agree on the final amounts. The motion to table passed by voice vote. What’s next: The police chief and treasurer will re‑compute the retroactive pay and agreed fringe costs, then present an agreed figure at the next meeting for board action.