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Commission authorizes MOU with public employees union amid debate over arbitration and wages
Summary
Park County commissioners voted to enter an MOU with the Montana Federation of Public Employees over an expired sheriff’s contract while deputies urged arbitration to resolve wages; commissioners said they prefer continued negotiations and scheduled further meetings to examine budget implications.
Park County commissioners agreed Jan. 13 to enter into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Montana Federation of Public Employees as the sheriff’s office and union continue bargaining over wages and contract terms.
Craig Rhodes, deputy with the sheriff’s office, told the commission that the department’s contract for detention and patrol expired June 30, 2025, and that the deputies believe arbitration is necessary…
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