Director warns workers' compensation fund shortfall as staffing and services shrink Director Charles Collins told the Finance Subcommittee that Alaska's workers' compensation funding (WSCA) is shrinking as premiums fall, forcing staff vacancies, halted IT upgrades and a closed Fairbanks office; he said past cost savings have lowered employer costs but left the fund unable to cover expenditures without management changes.

Alaska's workers' compensation program is facing a financial crisis, with falling premiums forcing staff cuts and delayed benefits for injured workers.

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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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HR raises concerns over salary disparity in county position HR highlights potential pay issues for new county position above existing salaries.

Salary discrepancies within Lubbock County are sparking heated debates over fairness and equity among employees.

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