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Boone County board approves modest per‑diem increase after debate over recruitment and taxpayer impact
Boone County Board · April 16, 2026
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Summary
After a prolonged debate about compensation and candidate recruitment, Boone County adopted ordinance 26-14 raising board per diems and recognizing extra stipends for committee chairs; the motion passed by roll call April 16.
Boone County commissioners voted April 16 to raise board per diem and related stipends, concluding a lengthy debate that split the board.
Supporters cited long intervals without pay increases and argued that modest compensation helps recruit qualified candidates…
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