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Delta County approves 3.7% COLA for nonunion employees after debate
Summary
After discussion about parity with union raises and budget impacts, the Delta County Board approved a 3.7% cost-of-living increase for nonunion staff, with commissioners debating a 3.75% alternative before the final vote (285 characters).
The Delta County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 18 approved a 3.7% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for nonunion county employees. Finance committee materials and an administrator memo presented a recommended increase; the administrator's original suggestion had been 3.5% and finance recommended 3.7% to better align with union averages.
Commissioners debated raising the nonunion percentage to 3.75% to match average union increases. Proponents said small incremental increases smooth budget impacts and help maintain competitiveness, while others argued for parity if the change fit within the budget. Staff confirmed the recommended increase was within the amount budgeted for COLA adjustments.
A motion to approve the 3.7% increase was made, seconded and approved by the board. Commissioners asked staff to continue monitoring budget implications and upcoming union negotiations; the item will be reflected in payroll processing following the board approval.
