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St. Clair County approves 3.5% raise for eligible county employees
Summary
The St. Clair County Commission approved a 3.5% cost-of-living increase for eligible county employees and rescinded an earlier 3% action after debate over whether to offer a one-time lump-sum payment. Legal counsel advised caution about lump sums pending review.
The St. Clair County Commission voted to increase pay for eligible county employees by 3.5%, replacing an earlier 3% action, during a regular meeting. The change was adopted after commissioners debated whether to pair a COLA with a one-time lump-sum payment.
Legal counsel cautioned the commission that a one-time lump-sum payment could be perceived as payment for past work and advised proceeding carefully. The county attorney told…
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