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Commissioners approve 3.5% merit increase for county administrator
Summary
The Board unanimously approved a 3.5% merit increase for County Administrator Gary Schmidt following an external executive performance review and an in‑camera evaluation; the motion was moved by Commissioner Helm and seconded by Commissioner Schroeder and passed 5–0.
Following an executive performance review conducted by an external consultant, commissioners discussed County Administrator Gary Schmidt’s performance and compensation on March 3.
Chair Roberts and multiple commissioners praised Schmidt’s leadership, noting strategic plan implementation, fiscal discipline and responsiveness. Chair Roberts read a summary paragraph from the outside review characterizing Schmidt as a "highly capable, trustworthy, and results‑driven leader" and citing specific strengths in aligning the organization with board priorities.
Commissioner Helm moved to award Schmidt a 3.5 percent merit increase; Commissioner Schroeder seconded. The clerk polled the board; the motion carried unanimously, recorded as a 5–0 vote.
Schmidt thanked the board for the feedback and acknowledged areas he would work to improve.
The board recorded the vote and directed staff to implement the compensation adjustment consistent with county personnel procedures.
