Oak Ridge manager proposes 3% COLA, 2% step increase and targeted staffing additions in fiscal 2026 budget

May 20, 2025

City Manager Randy presented a fiscal 2026 budget proposal that includes a 3% cost-of-living adjustment, a 2% step increase, a multi-year market-comparison rotation for departments, and selected new positions and reclassifications tied to operations and capital projects.

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City Manager Randy presented the Oak Ridge fiscal 2026 budget proposal, saying the plan includes a 3% cost-of-living adjustment and a 2% step increase for employees and targeted staffing changes across departments.

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