Public Works committee backs 8% retention plan for Middleton water utility

Nov 17, 2025

The Public Works Committee recommended an 8% pay increase and a tiered incentive structure for hourly water utility employees, citing recent turnover, training costs and the time needed to certify operators. The recommendation goes to Finance & Personnel and the Common Council for final approval.

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The Middleton Public Works Committee voted Wednesday to recommend that Finance & Personnel and the Common Council approve a Water Utilities employee retention plan that includes an 8% pay increase for hourly employees and a tiered incentive structure.

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