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Committee approves 2.5% supplemental increase for non‑represented employees, effective April 1
Summary
After reviewing cost scenarios and available contingency, the HR committee approved a 2.5% supplemental increase for non‑represented employees to be paid biweekly beginning April 1; the committee discussed lump-sum vs. base increases and reserve impacts.
The Human Resources committee voted to approve a supplemental 2.5% increase for non‑represented city employees, to be disbursed on a bi‑weekly basis and effective April 1. Finance staff reviewed multiple scenarios and cost estimates, including a 3% example that would have cost roughly $274,000 in wages and approximately $463,000 including associated benefit rollups.
Committee members discussed using surplus operating funds or contingency to cover a one‑time lump sum versus building the increase into the base salary. Finance staff reported an operating surplus of about $280,000 for the 2025 fiscal year and estimated there is roughly $101,000 in general fund contingency; members expressed concern about creating obligations that would increase the 2027 budget pressure.
The committee’s motion specified a 2.5% supplemental increase, payable bi‑weekly and effective April 1; members also agreed the increase should not be retroactively applied to employees who left prior to the effective date. The HR director and payroll staff will finalize implementation details, including how the adjustment will be processed through payroll.
Next steps: HR and payroll will confirm mechanics for implementation and report any material issues back to the committee or council.
