Commissioners keep longevity pay at one year after budget debate

Sep 15, 2026

Guadalupe County commissioners voted 3–2 to reject proposed revisions that would have reduced the additional longevity-pay eligibility from one year to six months; HR estimated the change would cost about $59,000 for full-time employees.

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The court debated proposed revisions to the employee personnel policy (section 4.10) that would have reduced the eligibility threshold for the additional longevity base from one year to six months. HR staff provided a cost estimate: "If you move to the 6 months, it's going to cost an additional $59,000 for full time employees and about 4,500 for part time," and noted administrative complexity in calculating part-time eligibility.

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