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Council adopts pay and classification updates for city employees, converts two part‑time clerk posts to one full‑time role

City Council and Housing Authority of the City of Costa Mesa · January 21, 2026

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Summary

Council approved multiple classification series and salary adjustments across represented and unrepresented groups — including public safety executive adjustments, new senior/property & evidence series, and a city clerk staffing conversion — with an estimated net fiscal impact included in the 2025–26 budget.

The City Council approved a package of classification, compensation and staffing updates affecting represented bargaining units and unrepresented groups.

Human Resources staff described consultant classification studies and negotiated MOU language. Key changes include creation of series (senior and lead…

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