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County adopts 2025 pay matrix and sets 2025 elected-official salaries
Summary
Cottonwood County approved a revised 2025 pay matrix (adding Range 28) and moved several positions to specified ranges; the board also adopted resolutions setting 2025 salaries for the Sheriff ($132,100), County Attorney ($138,500), Auditor/Treasurer ($100,800) and Recorder ($90,950).
County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong presented an updated 2025 pay matrix (non‑AFSCME), noting a new Range 28 was added after a countywide position comparison. The board unanimously approved the 2025 pay matrix and approved placement of the Public Works Director on Range 28‑max, the County Coordinator on Range 26‑max, and the HR Technician on Range 15‑7.
The committee of elected officials and commissioners recommended salary adjustments for elected officers. Motions carried by roll call to adopt resolutions setting 2025 salaries as follows: Sheriff — $132,100 (Resolution 24-12-03), County Attorney — $138,500 (Resolution 24-12-03A), Auditor/Treasurer — $100,800 (Resolution 24-12-03B), Recorder — $90,950 (Resolution 24-12-03C). The minutes note the resolutions are on file in the County Coordinator’s office.
The board also accepted updated Unallocated Fund Committee Bylaws adding the IT Director to the Compliance Committee. A brief discussion occurred regarding a possible termination of an employee still on probation; no action was taken and no further details were recorded in the minutes.
