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Utah County adopts 2017 budget after tense debate over 2% COLA for elected officials
Summary
Utah County Commission adopted the 2017 budget and approved a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for seven elected officials (excluding commissioners) after an extended discussion about process, a pending salary study and fairness to employees.
The Utah County Commission adopted the county's 2017 budget on a 3-0 vote after extended debate over whether to give seven elected officials a 2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
Commissioners considered staff'recommended budget adjustments and a reserved line for a 2% COLA for elected officials. Several residents who spoke during the public hearing urged the commission not to grant commissioner pay increases; Wendy Bagley told…
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