County adopts most DDA classification changes after appeals; sheriff’s positions set for further review

Dec 16, 2025

After dozens of appeals, the county adopted most recommended job reclassifications and grade changes from its DDA maintenance review but pulled the jail‑sergeant and emergency‑communications lieutenant items for further discussion with department heads and the sheriff.

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FOLEY, Minn. — Benton County’s board on Tuesday accepted the majority of classification and compensation (class & comp) maintenance recommendations presented by DDA consultant Tessa after employees and supervisors appealed numerous classifications.

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