(KLZA)-- On a 2-1 vote the Pawnee City Council approved the recommendation of the Wage Committee for fiscal year 2017-18 wages for City employees when they met Monday evening. 

Employees will receive a three-percent cost of living increase.  A 25-cent increase will also be given upon obtaining each certification.

The Christmas bonus has been eliminated. A performance bonus of up to $75 or a $25 minimum will be instituted, but will be based on the City Employee’s overall performance.

Utility Clerk Olivia Weinmans wage will be increased to $13 per hour beginning May 2. 

Councilman John Dahlgren cast a nay vote and Councilman Mark Sunneberg Jr. was absent.  

The Council did accept the letter of resignation from Deputy Clerk / Treasurer Carol Glathar.  Glathar has accepted a position as the City Clerk in Humboldt. 

The Council approved advertising to fill the position of Deputy Clerk / Treasurer. Applications will be accepted until May 12 with interviews to be conducted the week of May 15th.