County Employee Compensation and Vacancies
Summary
Dozens of county employees and union representatives said workers have gone five years without a cost-of-living raise, face an 11% health insurance increase, and may lose 96 personal flex days given in lieu of raises. Supervisors Brandon and Campbell voiced support for a fair contract and asked for a revenue-generation plan.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
The telepsychiatry and grant items are funded, but the unresolved labor contract could reshape county payroll and the county's reported $10 million surplus.
Roughly county-wide employees would benefit from wage and benefit improvements; residents keep experienced staff providing services.
Employees report losing purchasing power and morale; residents risk slower services as vacancies mount.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors - Oct 6, 2026
Dozens of county employees and union representatives said workers have gone five years without a cost-of-living raise, face an 11% health insurance increase, and may lose 96 personal flex days given in lieu of raises. Supervisors Brandon and Campbell voiced support for a fair contract and asked for a revenue-generation plan.
Board of Supervisors - Aug 11, 2026
With 117 vacancies countywide (38 in general fund) and retention problems, the DA and Sheriff urged the board to prioritize competitive pay. Only 25 general fund vacancies were funded at 50% in the recommended budget; the sheriff's office is fully funded with 17 vacancies.
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