Agenda Item Wording:
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Authorize one-time lump sum discretionary payment for active hourly employees.
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Deadline for Action: 6/19/2023
Submitting Department: Administration
Contact Name and Phone Number: Leslie Caviglia, 713-4317
Department Recommendation:
Department Recommendation: Staff recommends Council approve a one-time discretionary payment for employees in accordance with previous Council action
Background Discussion:
In an effort to recognize City hourly employees for their continuing efforts and hard work during challenging times, in a closed session meeting on May 15, 2023, City Council gave direction to provide a one-time lump sum discretionary payment for approximately 200 active hourly employees as follows:
• $500 for employees who have worked 500 or more hours this fiscal year*
• $200 for employees who have worked 201 - 500 hours this fiscal year*
• $100 for employees who have worked 1 - 200 hours this fiscal year*
*July 1, 2022 through June 2, 2023
The lump sum will be included on the June 23, 2023 paycheck. Only those employees on payroll and receiving a paycheck on that date are eligible. CalPERS retired annuitants are not eligible to receive the bonus payment.
Fiscal Impact:
Approximately $51,400
Prior Council Action: Closed session 5/15/2023
Other: n/a
Alternatives: Provide alternative direction
Recommended Motion (and Alternative Motions if expected):
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I move to authorize payment of discretionary payments to hourly employees as outlined.
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Environmental Assessment Status: n/a