Agenda Item Wording:
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Authorize a one-time lump sum discretionary bonus for City employees as outlined.
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Deadline for Action: 2/7/2022
Submitting Department: Administration
Contact Name and Phone Number: Leslie Caviglia, 713-4317
Department Recommendation: It is recommended that Council approve a one-time discretionary bonus for employees in accordance with previous Council direction.
Background Discussion:
To recognize the City’s valued employees during this time of rising costs and inflation, in a closed session meeting on December 20, 2021, City Council gave direction to provide a one-time lump-sum discretionary bonus for active employees as follows:
• $2,000 for full-time* employees
(*Includes regular, probationary, at-will, and contract employees)
• $500 for hourly employees working consistent schedule
• $200 for hourly employees working seasonally/special interest/sports officials/minimal hours
The lump sum will be included on the February 18, 2022 paycheck. Only those employees on payroll and receiving a paycheck on that date will be eligible. CalPERS retired annuitants are not eligible for the bonus.
Staff obtained agreement with unrepresented employees and represented bargaining groups by means of a Side Letter.
Fiscal Impact:
Approximately $1,250,000, of which approximately $722,000 will be paid from the General Fund and the remainder from Special Revenues Funds, Internal Services Funds, and Enterprise Funds.
Prior Council Action: Closed Session 12/20/2021
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Alternatives: n/a
Recommended Motion (and Alternative Motions if expected):
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I move to authorize payment of discretionary bonuses to employees as outlined.
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Environmental Assessment Status: n/a
CEQA Review: n/a
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