Public Works committee backs pay changes to shore up Middleton water utility staff

May 27, 2026

The committee recommended Option D in a proposed pay plan that raises on-call pay and introduces tiered certification pay for water utility workers, citing heavy turnover and the need to retain institutional knowledge; the recommendation moves to Finance & Personnel and Common Council for final approval.

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The Public Works Committee on Monday recommended a package of pay changes for Middleton’s water utility intended to improve retention and reward field staff for certifications and on-call work.

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