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Buellton council approves 5% cost-of-living adjustment for city employees

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Council voted to grant a 5% COLA for FY2025–26 after staff presented CPI and market data; the raise affects 19 full‑time employees and carries a fiscal impact of roughly $178,000 across funds.

The Buellton City Council on Tuesday approved a 5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for city employees for fiscal year 2025–26.

Finance Director Chanel Zamora presented the analysis used to recommend a 5% increase: she reviewed the Los Angeles‑area Consumer Price Index (CPI), external market data from nearby cities and…

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