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Board ratifies three‑year PPME contract for secondary roads with 2.6% raises and "me‑too" clause

Benton County Board of Supervisors · March 24, 2026

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Summary

Benton County approved a three‑year contract with Public Professional and Maintenance Employees (PPME) Local Union 2003 for secondary roads employees, calling for 2.6% increases over each year and adding a "me‑too" clause; county attorney staff said the clause helps avoid arbitration.

The Benton County Board of Supervisors voted March 24 to approve a three‑year contract with Public Professional and Maintenance Employees (PPME) Local Union 2003 covering secondary roads staff.

Derek Marsh, Assistant County Attorney, told the board the contract calls for a 2.6% increase over the next three years and is similar to the prior agreement except for the addition of a "me‑too" clause. Marsh said the clause is intended to keep county labor agreements consistent and to avoid arbitration. "He felt this was best for the county and avoid going through arbitration," the transcript reports.

Supervisor Tippett moved to approve the contract and Supervisor Volz seconded; Tippett, Seeman and Volz voted aye. The contract is effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029 as recorded in the meeting minutes.

The transcript does not include side‑letter details, cost estimates beyond the stated 2.6% raises, or the full contract language. The board motion authorized the chair to sign the agreement as presented.