Commissioners split over 2% across‑the‑board raise versus merit‑based system
Board discussed a proposed 2% across‑the‑board pay increase in the FY2026‑27 budget and debated moving to merit‑based raises; HR cautioned merit would require position‑specific metrics and union agreement and would take roughly a year to implement.
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Commissioners spent substantial time debating whether the proposed 2 percent across‑the‑board pay increase should be replaced by a merit‑based system. One commissioner argued for directing raises toward lower‑paid employees and empowering department directors to award merit increases, while other members warned merit plans invite personnel disputes and would require documented evaluation systems.
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