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Council raises election‑worker pay to $18 and chair pay to $20 per hour
Summary
The council approved Resolution 2026-18 to increase election-worker pay to $18 per hour and election chair pay to $20 per hour, correcting a typographical error from the staff memo; the measure passed with council majority.
The Norway City Council approved Resolution 2026-18 to amend pay rates for non‑union personnel, raising regular election‑worker pay to $18 per hour and election chair pay to $20 per hour.
Staff noted a typographical error in the staff memo but confirmed the printed resolution reflected the intended pay rates. Council members discussed comparability with other Michigan jurisdictions and noted potential state legislation (Senate Bill 691 of 2025) that could reduce the number of election dates if enacted.
Following clarification, a council member moved to approve the resolution as written; the motion carried on recorded vote. Council members asked staff to monitor state legislation and the municipal impact on staffing and budgets.
The resolution takes effect as approved and staff will implement the updated pay schedule for upcoming elections.
