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2.) Change the Pay Rate for Returning Seasonals. In 2006, returning seasonal workers were compensated at a rate of $11.25 per hour. This is just $0.25 more than the rate for a newly hired seasonal after their first month. The value of a returning seasonal is far greater than a newly hired seasonal. As with any job, there is a learning curve. The City invests in the education and training of all seasonals. It is therefore in the City’s interest to be competitive with other employers and attract former seasonals for re-hire. The City typically re-hires 2 to 3 former seasonals per season. Historically, rates for returning seasonals have increased $0.25 per year over the last five years. Staff is recommending to increase the rate for 2007 to $12.50 per hour. As a note, Staff is recommending that the wage of the engineering intern be the same rate as a returning seasonal. 3.) Part-time Assistance from a Former Employee – William Hanggi, formerly held the Lead Utility Worker position in the Water Division of the Public Works Department. Mr. Hanggi resigned on May 31, 2006 after being employed by the City for over 33 years. Recently, Mr. Hanggi has expressed a willingness assist the City with various activities. He would be available to work three days per week and would assist with activities such as hydrant flushing, training, and general assistance in the W ater Division or other areas as needed. One of the primary functions of Mr. Hanggi would be to continue to train the current lead utility operator, and to train and educate the newly hired water division employee. Also, one of the goals for Public Works in 2007 is to focus on cross training of all employees. With the water division being the most technical and perhaps the most important of the Public Works divisions, Mr. Hanggi, being a senior employee, would be a great asset and information resource for the City. Staff is recommending that the City take advantage of this opportunity and hire Mr. Hanggi as a part-time seasonal employee at the established hourly rate for a returning seasonal employee – recommended to be $12.50 for 2007.