HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-061 Council ResolutionCITY OF LINO LAKES
RESOLUTION NO. 14-61
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION PLAN
FOR PAID ON-CALL FIRE PERSONNEL
WHEREAS, the City of Lino Lakes has decided to integrate fire services into the Public Safety
Department; and
WHEREAS, the wages and compensation of paid on-call fire personnel is a vital component of
an effective recruitment and retention program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lino Lakes values a professional and engaged workforce.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes that
the city does hereby establish the compensation plan for paid on-call fire personnel as follow:
Firefighter
Per Hour Wage
Pre -service training; Calls only not paid for hours in pre -
service training
$
9.00
Upon completion of basic fire training
$
10.50
Upon completion of EMT
$
12.00
Upon completion of 5 years of service
$
13.50
Upon completion of 10 years of service
$
14.00
Upon completion of 15 years of service
$
14.50
Upon completion of 20 years of service
$
15.00
Fire Command / Officer
Monthly Stipend
Fire Lieutenant
$ 225.00
Station Chief / Deputy Chief
$ 300.00
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes this 23rd day of June 2014.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Council Member
Kusterman and was duly seconded byCouncil Member
and upon vote being
taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Kusterman, Roeser, Rafferty, Stoesz, REinert
The following voted against same:
none
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Jeff Reinert, or
ATTEST:
Ju ne Bartell, City C1$rk
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM 4A
STAFF ORIGINATOR: John Swenson. Director of Public Safety
MEETING DATE: June 23, 2014
TOPIC: Approval of Resolution 14-61, Creating a Wage Schedule for
Paid On -Call Fire Personnel
VOTE REQUIRED: 3/5
INTRODUCTION
In order to recruit paid on-call fire personnel, the City of Lino Lakes must create a
compensation plan that demonstrates the City of Lino Lakes' commitment to public safety and
fire personnel.
BACKGROUND
During the work session on June 2, 2014, the Council approved Resolution 14-50, which
directed staff to integrate fire services into the Public Safety Department.
As part of the fire integration process, staff reviewed hourly rates for paid on-call fire staff in
the metro area. Hourly rates range from $8.00 to $24, with some cities using a flat monthly
payment. Others compensate for fire and medical certifications.
To ensure a successful recruitment and retention effort, staff is recommending the following
hourly rate schedule, which we believe will demonstrate the City of Lino Lakes' commitment
to continued professional development and the value of retaining an experienced work force.
Firefighter
Per Hour Wage
Pre -service training; Calls only not paid for hours in pre -
service training
$ 9.00
Upon completion of basic fire training
$ 10.50
Upon completion of EMT
$ 12.00
Upon completion of 5 years of service
$ 13.50
Upon completion of 10 years of service
$ 14.00
Upon completion of 15 years of service
$ 14.50
Upon completion of 20 years of service
$ 15.00
Staff is also recommending a monthly stipend for those in leadership positions. These senior
officers would serve as the primary contact for paid on-call personnel, serve as fire officers at
fire incidents, oversee personnel matters in their respective fire station, as well as participate in
Public Safety Department supervisory meetings.
Fire Command / Officer
Monthly Stipend
Fire Lieutenant
$ 225.00
Station Chief / Deputy Chief
$ 300.00
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 14-61. establishing a paid on-call compensation plan
for fire personnel with the City of Lino Lakes.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution 14-61