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Steger board approves three part‑time public works positions amid staffing shortages
Summary
Trustees approved creating three part‑time maintenance positions for Public Works; Administrator Mary Jo Seehausen said the hires are intended to add bench strength, would be paid about $20/hour, and would be kept under 1,000 hours to avoid pension obligations while funding is vetted through Finance.
The Village Board voted June 2 to add three part‑time maintenance positions in Public Works to bolster capacity while two full‑time positions remain open. Trustee Stewart moved the measure and Trustee Thurmond seconded; the motion carried on roll call with all trustees voting aye.
Administrator Mary Jo Seehausen said the positions are "not to replace anything" but to provide additional capacity so full‑time staff can focus on higher‑level tasks; she estimated pay at about $20 per hour and stated the village intends to keep hours under 1,000 annually "so we are not paying pension." She emphasized Finance will vet funding and the hires will be made only if the budget allows.
Trustees asked about total cost and sources of funding; Seehausen said the money would come from the General Fund and would require adjustments such as increased transfers to Public Works if necessary. The board approved creating the positions but did not record immediate hires or exact hourly totals.
