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Albia council approves multiple wage increases, hires seventh police officer and OKs $10,000 sign‑on bonus
Summary
At a June 12 special meeting, the City of Albia Council unanimously approved pay increases across public works, sanitation, city administration and the police department, authorized hiring a seventh officer, approved a $10,000 sign‑on bonus for a certified officer and a $1,000 one‑time pandemic bonus for current employees.
The City of Albia Council approved a package of wage increases, staffing changes and bonuses during a special meeting on June 12, 2023. Mayor Richard Clark called the session to order at 6:00 p.m.; the meeting concluded at 7:29 p.m.
Councilmembers said they had compared employee pay with other communities before voting on raises and staffing. Councilmember Kathy Mobley moved — and Councilmember Scott Kelly seconded — a $2.00-per-hour increase for the street commissioner, street workers and a probationary street employee; the motion carried 6-0. Councilmember Scott Kelly then moved — and Councilmember Merle Regenold seconded — a matching…
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