City weighs new pay plan after Forbes study
Forbes consulting proposes a city wide job description list and objective point system for rating classifications. It recommends annual five percent merit increases, some freezes, and new admin assistant and deputy clerk titles while noting potential limited impact on current union contract negotiations. The AFSCME union votes on Nov. 24 to ratify a three year deal with ten percent annual increases.
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Dale Rieth
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Condominium Growth Sparks Debate in Englewood Area
In Englewood and Lemon Bay a boom in multi story condos continues spurring controversy. The Don Pedro Island 485 unit project was withdrawn after opposition from the Lemon Bay Conservancy and residents. Charlotte County later approved a 398 unit Knight Island development amid mixed support.
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Golden Agers and Senior Citizens Debate Retirement Terms
The author argues that terms like Golden Agers and senior citizen are preferable to retiree and old or impaired. He notes many seniors in Venice work part-time for purpose, while some are not truly retired and find full retirement dull, and remarks Mike would likely not respond.
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