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Council divided over HR pay study for police and fire; cost and funding are central concerns
Summary
A resolution asking Human Resources to study a separate pay plan for police and fire prompted a robust council debate. Supporters said it starts a necessary conversation; opponents warned of cost, unfunded implementation and argued internal options or free resources should be used.
Council debated a resolution asking the Department of Human Resources to perform a targeted pay-adjustment study for the police and fire departments and return results to the city council. Sponsor Councilman Shekinah said the intent is to begin a conversation on pay structures and potential incentives for recruitment and retention.
Councilman Zacharias framed the issue as…
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