Council debates pay changes, COLA and housing stipend in FY2026 draft

Mar 24, 2025

Council and staff discussed a proposed 3% cost-of-living adjustment, up to 4% merit increases, and a $400-per-month housing allowance; members worried additive increases would reduce the small projected CIP transfer.

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Council members and staff reviewed wage and benefit assumptions built into the FY2026 draft and discussed how those costs affect long-term savings.

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