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2 weeks ago

Cheatham County approves hires and a 1% raise, rejects larger raises and proposed tax increases At a July 9 special session, the Cheatham County Legislative Body hired two full‑time firefighters for the Pegram station, approved a 1% county employee raise and passed most budget funds while rejecting higher raises and proposed tax-levy increases for schools and jail projects.

Cheatham County commissioners made waves by hiring two full-time firefighters and approving a modest 1% raise, but turned down calls for bigger pay increases and tax hikes.

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2 weeks ago

Madison County Board approves 2.25% raise for nonunion staff and re‑appropriates $15.4 million after heated debate The County Board adopted a 2.25% pay increase for non‑bargaining employees effective Dec. 1, 2018, and approved $15,404,625 in re‑appropriations from remaining FY2018 funds to FY2019 budgets after a lengthy floor dispute about personnel and IT line items and auditor remarks.

The Madison County Board has approved a 2.25% pay raise for non-union staff and reallocated over $15 million after a contentious debate—what does this mean for the county's budget?

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3 weeks ago

Newport News Public Schools unveils $429 million FY2027 proposal, seeks $8.2 million from city Newport News Public Schools presented a proposed $429 million FY2027 operating budget that includes a proposed 3% general salary increase, $9.6 million in estimated new state revenue (worst‑case), and a request for $8.2 million from the city; the board will hold a public hearing next week and vote March 17.

Newport News Public Schools is proposing a $429 million budget for FY2027, with plans for a 3% salary increase and a request for $8.2 million from the city to support its strategic goals!

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3 weeks ago

Isle of Wight school board focuses on pay increases, defers bus purchases amid state funding uncertainty At a special budget work session the Isle of Wight County School Board continued review of the superintendent’s proposed operating budget, prioritizing employee compensation over some capital items, including new buses, while staff and board discuss state funding uncertainty and next steps to submit the budget to the county.

The Isle of Wight County School Board is prioritizing employee pay increases over new buses as they navigate uncertain state funding, sparking crucial discussions about the future of education in the area.

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3 weeks ago

MDOC requests $35M+ for pay, $1M for community corrections and $4.2M ongoing for prisoner health-care in FY27 pitch to House subcommittee MDOC staff told the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Corrections and Judiciary the executive recommendation for FY27 includes more than $35 million for employee compensation, a $1 million boost for community corrections, and a $4.2 million ongoing shortfall to cover rising prisoner health-care contract costs.

Michigan's Department of Corrections is seeking over $35 million to boost employee pay, expand community corrections, and tackle rising healthcare costs for prisoners—what's at stake for the future of Michigan's penal system?

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3 weeks ago

Teachers and staff press board after reports of proposed pay cuts; district frames budget options as a menu for negotiation Teachers, staff and union negotiators pressed the Douglas County School District board over media reports that a 4% pay cut was planned, warning of morale and retention impacts. District leaders said the figure is part of a menu of potential measures being negotiated and that no final decision has been made.

Teachers are sounding the alarm over a proposed 4% pay cut that could impact their livelihoods, urging the Douglas County School District to clarify the situation before it's too late.

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1 month ago

Committee acknowledges DAS report outlining $44.4M–$121.4M compensation changes for state employees The committee acknowledged a Department of Administrative Services report describing selective pay increases and reclassifications covering several employee groups; the agency estimated $44.4 million for the 2025–27 biennium and $121.4 million for 2027–29; at least one senator warned about budget pressure from reclassifications.

Oregon's Joint Committee is facing a pivotal decision after acknowledging a report that could lead to staggering compensation increases of up to $121.4 million for state employees over the next two bienniums.

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1 month ago

San Angelo consultants say 40% of jobs fall behind market; city weighs several pay-plan options A six-month classification and salary survey found about 39% of benchmarked jobs in San Angelo are below market midpoints. Consultants presented three implementation models and cost estimates, and council members asked for more detail on COLA, certification pay and public-safety comparators.

A recent survey reveals that nearly 40% of benchmarked jobs in San Angelo are falling behind market pay, prompting city leaders to explore vital pay-plan changes.

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1 month ago

Committee shifts Creative Industries grants out of Art in Public Places and drops proposed 1% pay raise Lawmakers moved Creative Industries grants away from the Art in Public Places fund and, because recurring capacity was limited, committee staff said the proposed 1% public-employee raise will not be funded in this reconciliation package.

New Mexico lawmakers have shifted Creative Industries grants out of the Art in Public Places fund, leaving public employees without the proposed 1% pay raise this year!

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1 month ago

County commissioner says employee pay, bonus and remote-work demands would strain Lorain County budget A county commissioner warned that employee demands — a 26% pay increase over three years, $5,000 cash bonuses and work‑from‑home preferences — would strain Lorain County’s budget after health-care costs rose nearly $10 million in five years; no formal vote or action was recorded in the transcript.

County officials are sounding the alarm as proposed employee pay raises and bonuses could threaten the financial stability of Lorain County amid soaring healthcare costs.

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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1 month ago

Uvalde CISD board approves resolution to compensate employees who lost a child at Robb Elementary for trial attendance After a closed session, the Uvalde CISD Board approved a resolution to compensate employees who lost a child in the Robb Elementary tragedy for workdays missed to attend related court trials; the motion was moved and seconded and carried unanimously among trustees present.

The Uvalde CISD Board has taken a significant step by approving compensation for employees who lost a child in the Robb Elementary tragedy, allowing them to attend crucial court trials without financial worry.

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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1 month ago

Williamson County budget committee backs guidelines that aim for 4% pay increase and 5% department cuts The committee recommended budget guidelines that propose a 4% pay increase for county employees, offset by 5% reductions in departmental operating budgets and case‑by‑case hiring approvals; staff warned revenue growth is limited and school funding constraints reduce flexibility.

Williamson County's Budget Committee is proposing a 4% pay raise for employees, but it comes with stringent cuts and strict approvals—will it be enough to keep staff motivated?

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2 months ago

Clark County unveils FY27 draft budget prioritizing staff pay and HVAC repairs Superintendent Dr. Rick Bowling presented the initial FY27 budget on Jan. 12, highlighting employee compensation as the top community priority, a $219,633 package of requested new positions, and capital needs driven by HVAC repairs; the board discussed costs per percentage point of raises and next steps tied to state budget developments.

Clark County's FY27 budget draft prioritizes employee compensation and urgent HVAC repairs, with a potential $1 million boost from state funding—are our schools ready for the changes ahead?

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2 months ago

Port Harbor and Terminal District adopts $29.9 million budget after pay-raise dispute The Port, Harbor and Terminal District approved a $29.9 million FY‑26 budget after commissioners debated staff pay raises and approved a targeted amendment to the manpower table that reduced the executive’s contract and preserved a 4% raise for staff.

After a heated debate over employee pay raises, the Port, Harbor and Terminal District has officially adopted a $29.9 million budget for fiscal year 2026, but not without controversy.

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3 months ago

Sharonville council adopts 2026 appropriations, transfers and 3% COLA salary ordinance Council approved the city’s 2026 appropriations, transfers and an employee salary ordinance that includes a 3% cost-of-living adjustment. The package included several emergency ordinances and year-end appropriations and set funds aside for capital and emergency response.

Sharonville City Council just approved major budget changes for 2026, including a 3% salary increase for employees and critical funding for new projects!

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Citizen Portal News California

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3 months ago

Jefferson Union board certifies positive first interim budget; approves classified longevity clarification The district’s CFO presented the 2025–26 first interim budget recommending a 'positive' certification; trustees approved the certification and a side letter clarifying classified longevity pay after staff explained required clarifications for retirement-system reporting.

The Jefferson Union High School District has certified a "positive" first interim budget, thanks to a substantial state grant and a strategic financial forecast, but challenges loom with a projected structural deficit.

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3 months ago

Uintah County adopts $92.6 million 2026 budget and approves 2025 amendment The Uintah County Commission on Dec. 16 adopted the 2026 budget totaling $92,627,300 and approved a 2025 budget amendment that shifts funds to departments including roads, facilities and GIS. The board approved a 3% general salary increase and an additional 2% for post‑certified law enforcement.

Uintah County has just approved a whopping $92.6 million budget for 2026, featuring significant salary increases for county employees and critical funding shifts across various departments!

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3 months ago

Weber County adopts 2026 operating and capital budget, implements compensation study raises Commissioners adopted the 2026 operating and capital budget and agreed to pick up a portion of employees' retirement contributions; the budget includes an approximate $5 million compensation adjustment across the county (about $3.5M allocated to the sheriff's office) and several program-level changes and transfers.

Weber County has just approved a $5 million budget adjustment, including significant raises for law enforcement and new programs aimed at supporting employees—what does this mean for the community?

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3 months ago

SPSA board praises executive director, approves pay raise, bonus and larger car allowance After a closed-session performance review, the Southeastern Public Service Authority board approved raising Executive Director Dennis Bagley’s base salary to $212,000, a $10,000 bonus and an increase in the car allowance from $7,000 to $9,000, effective Jan. 1, 2026.

The Southeastern Public Service Authority board has recognized Executive Director Dennis Bagley’s stellar performance with a generous salary hike, bonus, and increased car allowance!

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3 months ago

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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4 months ago

City finance projects possible $17M gap if trends hold; council moves to raise full‑time employees under $40K and delays a 2% fire raise CFO Walter Person presented FY26 Q1 results showing expenditures running slightly ahead and state revenue soft spots; council approved a plan to lift all full‑time city employees earning under $40,000 up to $40,000 (to go to council same night) while voting to hold for two weeks a proposed 2% pay increase for the fire association.

Memphis faces a potential $17 million budget gap as city leaders approve a salary boost for low-wage employees but delay a pay raise for firefighters amid rising expenditures.

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4 months ago

Weber County proposes 2026 budget with no tax increase, to use fund balance for paramedic shortfall and adopt market-based pay raises County staff presented a tentative 2026 budget that would not raise taxes, use fund balance to cover a projected $1.2 million paramedic fund shortfall, and implement market-adjusted pay increases (3% for elected officials; ~3.5% for other executive officers and many employees). Final adoption is scheduled for Dec. 16.

Weber County's 2026 budget plan promises no tax increases while addressing a $1.2 million shortfall in the paramedic fund and proposing significant pay raises for employees.

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4 months ago

Finance committee forwards pay and budget priorities, including petition to raise substitute bus pay to $17 The finance and facilities committee compiled a set of budget priorities — stipends reporting, employee personal days, higher pay for bus drivers and substitutes, expanded alternative education, teacher starting salary adjustments and a fleet replacement plan — and agreed to petition the full board to increase substitute bus worker pay to $17 per hour.

Lynchburg City Public Schools is pushing for higher pay for bus drivers and substitutes, a revamped teacher salary structure, and a crucial fleet replacement plan—big changes are on the horizon!

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4 months ago

Gardner council advances nonunion salary ordinance after amendments on lifeguards, credit caps and assistant pay The Gardner City Council voted to send a revised nonunion salary ordinance to first printing after amendments including a technical correction for assistant positions, higher lifeguard starting rates and a clarified 10-year cap on credited prior service.

The Gardner City Council has taken a significant step towards modernizing nonunion salaries with a new ordinance that promises fair pay and clearer guidelines for employees after two decades of stagnation.

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4 months ago

Retirees and union leaders tell Caddo committee insurance changes threaten livelihoods, urge raises Public commenters told the Caddo Parish Insurance & Finance Committee that proposed insurance changes and repeated premium increases strain retirees and employees; union president warned that without a permanent pay raise, staff retention will worsen.

Retirees and union leaders are sounding the alarm as proposed insurance changes could threaten their livelihoods, demanding urgent action on pay raises to combat rising costs.

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4 months ago

Manitowoc County board overrides five partial vetoes, restores sheriff technology funding and full highway borrowing The Manitowoc County Board of Supervisors voted to override five partial vetoes to the proposed 2026 budget, restoring a 1% wage increase funded by $370,000 borrowing, $32,000 for Axon AI, $243,000 for Axon body cameras (and a matching tax‑levy line), and full $3 million highway borrowing (reversed from a $2.8M reduction).

Manitowoc County Supervisors took a bold stand by overriding vetoes to restore critical funding for employee pay and sheriff technology—impacting public safety and service efficiency!

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4 months ago

Madison County board rescinds new transportation pay schedule after bus drivers urge return to prior stipend structure Following extended public comment from bus drivers who said an $18 stipend did not fairly compensate extra runs, the Jackson-Madison County School Board voted to rescind the newly adopted transportation salary schedule and revert to the prior schedule with one modification for substitute pay.

After a heartfelt appeal from bus drivers about the impact of stipend cuts, the Jackson-Madison County School Board has decided to revert to the previous transportation pay schedule.

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4 months ago

Consultant recommends pay‑range overhaul, targeted raises for city workforce Evergreen Solutions presented a compensation and classification study recommending conversion to open pay ranges for general employees, targeted market adjustments (notably for building inspectors, utility workers and tree trimmers), and phased implementation tied to union negotiations. The committee and budget staff discussed implementation timing

A citywide pay overhaul could be on the horizon, promising targeted raises and market adjustments for essential workers like building inspectors and utility staff.

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4 months ago

Pasco board approves salary and benefit increases after bargaining-unit ratifications After bargaining-unit ratifications, the Pasco County School Board approved administrative, non-instructional and instructional/SRP salary and benefits packages. Union leaders reported ratification vote percentages and district staff outlined effective dates and retroactive pay timelines.

The Pasco County School Board has just approved significant salary and benefit increases, promising retroactive pay and raises to support educators and staff!

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4 months ago

Griffin Circuit asks Upson County to back judges move to state pay and support raises for court staff Griffin Judicial Circuit leaders asked the Upson County Board of Commissioners to support judges opting into a state pay plan under House Bill 85, which would reduce county supplements by $30,000 per judge, and to approve a 6.25% raise for circuit employees that would be budget-neutral when savings take effect.

Griffin Judicial Circuit leaders are urging Upson County to support a significant pay shift that could save the county $250,000 while also advocating for raises for circuit employees.

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