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Department heads welcome cost-of-living raises and pension adjustments in proposed budget
Summary
A department chief said the proposed budget includes a cost-of-living adjustment and a change to the pension multiplier; commissioners said these steps aim to retain employees and improve competitiveness for staffing.
A department chief who identified as Chief Allyn said the proposed FY2027 budget includes a cost-of-living adjustment and a pension multiplier change that will affect long-term pay. "It's the 1st time since I've been here that we've done a cost to live and raise," the chief said, and added that staff and department heads appreciate the recognition.
Commissioners said the adjustments are intended to make city positions more competitive and to reduce turnover. They asked departments and the public for input on retention strategies as the commission balances personnel costs against fiscal constraints.
