Summary
The county approved a $3.00 per hour pay increase for election workers to address severe staffing shortages and prevent polling place closures during upcoming elections.
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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Estimated budgetary impact of $340,000 annually for elections.
County voters who experience shorter wait times and fully staffed polling locations.
The county may face staffing shortages if compensation remains uncompetitive.
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CC REGULAR AGENDA SPECIAL MTG — July 21, 2026
The county approved a $3.00 per hour pay increase for election workers to address severe staffing shortages and prevent polling place closures during upcoming elections.
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