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2025.10.06 Minnetrista Work Session

Minnetrista City CouncilFriday, November 14, 2025
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2026 Compensation and Pay Plan Discussion

Water Fund Budget Review

Hard Scrabble Update

Four-way stop installation at Lotus Drive and Sunset

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Notable Quotes (3)

If we do a 1 or 2% cola to Jasper salary, he's still within the range. And that holds true for every single position.

— Kathleen Refkin
CompensationAnalyzing the competitiveness of staff salaries.

We need to be careful that we don't position ourselves outside of quality... and I'm going to emphasize quality employees.

— Jasper Krugal
Staff RetentionWarning against adjusting pay too low to retain top staff.

I would rather pay them more and cut in other areas so that we can continue the high level and quality service that our residents demand.

— Mayor
Budget PhilosophyPrioritizing employee retention over austerity.

People (4)

Jasper KrugalAssistant City Administrator

Presented the 2026 pay plan and historical compensation data.

Kathleen RefkinCouncil Member

Advocated for lower market adjustments and structural pay plan reforms due to sustainability concerns.

1 quote

“Everyone, no matter job performance, anything, they get a step increase in July... It's not based on performance.”

Clarifying how the current pay plan functions.

Peter VickeryCouncil Member

Supports reviewing pay structure to ensure long-term sustainability while maintaining market competitiveness.

MayorMayor

Moderated the discussion and emphasized the value of long-term employees and quality staffing.

Places Mentioned

City of Minnetrista

Events & Meetings (1)

  • 2025 Budget and Compensation Work Session
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