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Blaine council ratifies three‑year Local 49 public works agreement

Blaine City Council · April 20, 2026
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Summary

The council ratified a three‑year labor agreement with Local 49 covering Jan. 1, 2026–Dec. 31, 2028. Director Johnson said the contract sets pay at 50% of market with 3% annual adjustments and includes changes to compensatory time, callback pay, licensure pay and sick‑leave caps.

The Blaine City Council on April 20 ratified a three‑year agreement with Local 49 (public works) covering Jan. 1, 2026 through Dec. 31, 2028.

Director Johnson summarized the principal terms: the contract is set at "50% of market, which is consistent with council's direction," with annual adjustments of 3 percent. Seniority…

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