Board votes to exit Minnesota merit system and approves 6% raises for elected officials
Aitkin County will withdraw from the Minnesota Merit System (estimated $28,440 annual savings) and the board approved a 6% across‑the‑board salary increase for non‑commissioner elected officials after discussion about market comparisons and tenure (vote 3–2).
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Human Resources staff asked the board to approve two personnel matters: (1) a resolution authorizing Aitkin County to withdraw from the Minnesota Merit System after a Minnesota Department of Human Services review confirmed compliance with federal merit standards, and (2) a salary adjustment for county elected officials for 2026.
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