10-12-94 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 12, 1994 employees and to be fair within the system, while still being accountable to the taxpayers for the dollars spent. Pedersen pointed out that the difference between 4 and 5 percent in the Executive Secretary salary scale is less than $250 over a 12 month period. The Administrator reported that in discussing the matter with VanSchoonhoven, she would be satisfied with the 4% that was recommended, however, feels that 5% would be more fair. The Administrator pointed out that a 5% increase is proposed for the Receptionist position and a 4% increase is proposed for the Secretary position. The Administrator suggested that perhaps a 5% scale increase should be granted to all three front office employees to be consistent. Hanson pointed out that Little Canada has become a training ground for Public Works employees. Once these employees gain experience, they are moving on to other cities for higher salaries. Hanson felt that the Public Works maintenance increase proposed by the City Administrator was needed in order to retain employees once they become experienced. Hanson noted the small Public Works staff that the City has. Hanson also felt that a 5% increase for the Executive Secretary position was warranted. LaValle agreed with the 5% increase for VanSchoonhoven. Pedersen felt it micro-management to argue about a salary increase that would amount to less than $250 per year. Pedersen stated that he would not want to create ill-will with a good employee over this amount of money. Morelan pointed out that the City Administrator's recommendation has not changed. Scalze stated that she would hate to lose a highly skilled employee, and agreed that Public Works employees learn the system and become highly skilled. At this point in the meeting, LaValle, Scalze, Hanson, and Pedersen indicated their support for a 5% increase for Kris VanSchoonhoven. It was the consensus of the Council to support the remaining salary recommendations 5