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Committee reviews small FY27 increase for Merit System Protection Board; focus on implicit‑bias work
Summary
Council staff reported an $18,622 (4.99%) FY27 increase for the Merit System Protection Board, mostly compensation adjustments; MSPB leadership described a three‑member board, limited quasi‑judicial scope, and ongoing efforts to incorporate racial‑equity considerations into audits and outreach.
Council staff told the committee the County Executive recommends an $18,622 increase (about 4.99%) for the Merit System Protection Board, with the entirety of the change attributed to compensation and nondiscretionary operating costs. Staff recommended concurring with the Executive's recommendation and said there are no reconciliation items for MSPB.
MSPB's executive director (MSPB Executive Director) described the board as a small quasi‑judicial body with three members and limited scope focused on grievances and personnel appeals. The director said MSPB has incorporated a racial‑equity component into prior audits and plans to build on that work to address implicit bias and make outreach and web materials more inclusive. ORESJ issued MSPB a 7/11 commitment level, indicating a sustained commitment to racial equity and social justice.
