Ellis council approves moving forward with post-offer employment testing (POET) program
Aug 3, 2026
Council authorized the city to proceed with a post-offer employment testing program (POET) that carries a $175 per-hire assessment fee; Canet would cover $100 and the city $75 per hire, and staff will integrate it into hiring procedures.
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After extended discussion about scope and liability of medical and physical assessments, the council voted to move forward with payment for post-offer employment testing offered by the POET program. City Clerk Ashley described the process and cost sharing (Canet covers $100; city covers $75 per hire) and council directed staff to integrate the requirement into job application materials.
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