Council debates utility certification pay, stacking and grading system; tabled for more study

Feb 19, 2026

Council discussed proposed certification pay for water, wastewater and stormwater employees, raised questions about stacking, eligibility (line staff vs. department heads), and recommended further HR review and a possible grading/salary study before adoption.

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Danville Town Council held an extended discussion about a proposed certification pay plan for the town’s utilities after staff presented figures developed with Reedy Financial. The proposal is framed as an employee-retention incentive tied to required certifications in water, wastewater and stormwater operations.

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