Board OKs policy changes: comp-time flexibility and a 'step 0' for long-term substitutes

Aug 11, 2026

The board approved policy revisions allowing employees to request overtime pay instead of comp time (subject to supervisor approval) and established a 'step 0' on the salary schedule for long-term substitutes (daily rate $1,000 below step 1).

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The board approved two related personnel-policy changes intended to clarify pay practices and reduce recurring administrative confusion. First, the district updated exempt/nonexempt policy language to allow employees who earn overtime to request pay rather than mandated compensatory time-off; requests must be approved by supervisors on a case-by-case basis.

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