(KLZA)--The Pawnee City Council discussed wages and benefits for City employees when they met Monday evening. 

A straight 25-cent per hour increase was approved for some employees.  Increases will vary for some workers depending on certifications they have or are attempting to earn  involving the water and sewer systems.

Wages for the library employees are up to the Library Board,  but will not be determined until the Board learns what their budget will be for the next fiscal year.

The Council discussed health insurance options through the Nebraska Association of County Officials.  A 1.4 percent premium increase has been proposed.  More information is being gathered on health savings plans to see what the costs would be.  

No action was taken.