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Board advances April 8, 2025 election call and 2025 budget on first reading
Summary
The Grain Valley Board approved first readings for bill B24-18 (calling the April 8, 2025 election) and bill B24-19 (the 2025 fiscal year budget and fee schedule). Staff said the budget leans on capital projects and includes a 3% salary adjustment; contract specifics for police pay remain governed by negotiations.
The Grain Valley Board of Aldermen approved first readings for two ordinances: B24-18, calling the April 8, 2025 general election, and B24-19, approving the 2025 fiscal year budget and comprehensive fee schedule.
City staff said the election ordinance is a routine, required step to call the April general election. For the budget, staff said the proposed 2025 fiscal plan leans heavily on capital projects and equipment and includes a 3% cost‑of‑living increase for salaries. During discussion, council members asked about police overtime and holiday pay — specifically whether officers receive 8 or 12 hours for certain holidays — and whether the 3% salary adjustment applies to starting pay for newly hired officers. Staff answered that those details are subject to the negotiated labor contract and could be discussed in closed session if necessary.
Both bills passed first reading and were ordered to be brought back for second reading by title only at the board’s next regular meeting.
