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Board approves pay increase for public works employee and $1,200 one-time stipends
Summary
Trustees approved raising Michael Rhone's hourly rate to $27.00 effective June 22, 2026, and authorized one-time $1,200 stipends for Hunter and Michael in public works; Clerk Cave noted IMRF deductions apply to any compensation.
Trustee Joe Cannella moved to raise public works employee Michael Rhone’s hourly rate to $27.00 per hour effective June 22, 2026, saying "Michael has proved himself the last year and works very well with Hunter and Dom." The motion passed by roll call vote.
Cannella also proposed one-time stipends of $1,200 payable to Hunter and Michael, citing their response and efforts since March 2026; Clerk Lisa Cave reminded the Board that such compensation is subject to IMRF deductions. The stipend motion likewise passed by roll call vote.
