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Onalaska council approves reserve transfer for internal pay-equity review amid councillor concerns
Summary
The Onalaska Common Council approved Resolution 1-2025 to move reserve funds to pay for an internal equity and pay plan review, a 5-1 outcome that prompted questions about cost and long-term budget impacts.
The Onalaska Common Council approved a resolution to amend the 2025 budget and authorize use of reserve funds to pay for an internal equity and pay-plan review, a measure proponents said will inform future staffing and compensation discussions.
The resolution — identified at the meeting as Resolution 1-2025 — was moved by Alder Sean McAllister and seconded by Alder Diane Wolf. The council approved the measure by roll call; the chair announced the motion passed 5 to 1.
Why it matters: Councilors and staff said the review is intended to provide information about internal pay equity for nonrepresented employees. Supporters said the study will help the city understand whether current…
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