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Commission approves $1/hour pay increase for newly licensed water distribution operators and directs staff to write retention policy
Summary
The commission approved retroactive $1-per-hour increases for two employees who recently earned state water distribution licenses and directed staff to draft a formal policy covering future license-based pay increases and retention measures.
Port St. Joe commissioners on June 17 approved a $1‑per‑hour pay increase retroactive to May 13 for two employees who passed state water distribution examinations and directed staff to draft a written policy governing license-based pay increases.
Public Works staff said the pay increase is intended to recognize state certification and to retain licensed employees after the city pays for training. Commissioners discussed past budget workshop conversations on which certifications to prioritize and requested a policy that would specify which licenses merit pay increases and whether graduates who leave within a set period should reimburse training costs. The motion approved by the commission included direction to prepare a policy for future use.
Staff and commissioners noted the city has been paying for training in the past and that turnover after certification remains a concern; some commissioners suggested phased repayment or graduated pay to encourage retention. The commission’s action authorizes the retroactive pay adjustment and instructs staff to present a draft policy for the commission to review.
