Title
Resolution to Amend the Fiscal Year 2022 Council Approved Budget and Appropriate $3,328,351 from Assigned Fund Balance in the General Fund for Bonuses to Employees
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The City Manager is proposing a one-time COVID Bonus for the general work force and a one-time Retention and/or Sign-On Bonus for employees in positions with high turnover and/or are difficult to fill because of current market conditions ("Target Positions").
The COVID Bonus is being provided to eligible full-time and part-time employees to recognize their extraordinary efforts during the COVID-19 global pandemic. In addition to their normal level of excellence, employees have risen to the challenges of the pandemic by not only maintaining outstanding service delivery but also performing many additional duties outside the their typical duties. The City Manager is recommending a bonus of $1,000 for eligible full-time employees and $500 for eligible part-time staff.
The Retention and/or Sign-On Bonus is a one-time bonus for those eligible employees in Target Positions. The City Manager is responsible for developing the procedures for the implementation and administration of this program.
Discussion:
This section should include information such as the benefit to the community, financial implications/costs to the City, funding sources and where it is budgeted if applicable. Alternatives considered along with pros/cons of alternatives should also be highlighted where appropriate.
Impact:
The funding source to be used for these bonuses is the General Fund's Assigned Fund Balance account in the amount of $ 3,328,351.
Recommendation:
Rec
This section should summarize the desired action of Council.
Body
WHEREAS, the recruitment and retention of certain City of Hampton (the "City") positions has been challenging, both nationwide and throughout Hampton Roads;
WHEREAS, in the interest of remaining competitive i...
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