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Isanti County board adopts 2026 elected-official salaries after split vote
Summary
The Isanti County Board voted Nov. 4 to set 2026 elected-official salaries with a cost‑of‑living increase; the resolution passed by a 3‑2 margin after discussion about pay levels and per‑diem options.
The Isanti County Board voted on Nov. 4 to approve a resolution setting 2026 elected‑official salaries, including a 3.5% cost‑of‑living increase for county commissioners and recommended increases for other elected positions.
Staff explained that Minnesota statute requires the county to set elected official salaries annually. The proposal applied a 3.5% cost‑of‑living adjustment that staff said was consistent with recommended staff COLA guidance; the sheriff and county attorney remain on the county grade-and-step schedule, while the auditor‑treasurer and commissioners are on set salaries with per‑diem options. Commissioners discussed the history of prior boards’ compensation choices, options for individual commissioners to opt out of increases or per‑diems, and the need to keep salaries competitive to attract future candidates.
After discussion the board voted; the motion carried by a recorded board vote with a majority in favor and dissenting votes recorded. The board’s motion set the elected‑official salaries for 2026 as presented; commissioners discussed administrative follow-up to implement the payroll adjustments.
The motion passed with the board indicating dissenting votes on record. Staff said payroll adjustments can reflect individual preferences about taking an increase.
