Villa Rica proposal includes 3% COLA, 2% merit pool and seven new positions
Aug 19, 2026
Aug 19, 2026
The proposed FY27 budget would fund a 3% cost-of-living increase for all employees, a 2% merit increase for qualifying staff, and seven full-time equivalent positions including two police officers and a deputy utilities director.
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City officials said personnel remains the largest expense, comprising roughly 40% of the proposed $60.5 million budget. The administration proposes a 3% cost-of-living increase for all employees and a 2% merit increase for employees who meet performance thresholds.
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