The Case Against Per Diems: A Step Towards Equitable Pay for The Grand County Board of Commissioners

05/12/2024 20 min
The Case Against Per Diems: A Step Towards Equitable Pay for The Grand County Board of Commissioners

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, the Grand Traverse County commissioners discuss the challenges and perceived unfairness of the current per diem system for compensating commissioners. They debate and propose changes to the salary structure to better reflect the responsibilities and work performed by commissioners. Although they struggled to convene earlier in the year, the ad hoc committee's recommendations and various viewpoints from the commissioners spark a lively discussion about fair compensation. Additionally, they touch on budget concerns and the need for future reviews of elected officials' wages and benefits.

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