Council adopts personnel‑manual updates codifying budgeted practices; 4‑1 roll call

Jul 29, 2026

Council approved updates to the personnel manual that consolidate existing benefits (new chapter for benefits, 3% 401(k) match), clarify premium‑pay codes and codify lateral‑hire bonuses; the motion passed 4‑1 after a roll call (Caitlin opposed).

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Staff presented a package of personnel‑manual updates on July 28 intended to codify benefits and pay practices that were previously authorized in the budget. The changes include consolidating benefit language into a new chapter, codifying an up‑to‑3% employer match for 401(k), and outlining premium‑pay codes and lateral‑hire bonuses.

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