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Employee Compensation & Classification Overhaul
Summary
The city wants to overhaul how its roughly 575-600 non-union employees are classified and paid, replacing the old step system with a new pay scale and phased raises. The goal is staying competitive with other Florida governments so good workers don't leave.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 1
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
About $1.75 million, already budgeted in FY 2027 — mostly from the General Fund.
✅Who benefits
City employees in non-union, non-airport positions, plus residents who rely on well-staffed city services.
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