Consider and take appropriate action regarding Ordinance O-31-25, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Kaufman, amending the City of Kaufman Personnel Policies Manual, amending Subsection (b) “Adoption of city job classification, compensation plan and step schedule” of Section 2.03.001 “Personnel policies manual adopted; repeal of conflicting provisions”, of Article 2.03, “Personnel Regulations” of Chapter 2, “Administration and Personnel” of the Code of Ordinances; and providing an e

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This item proposes an update and amendment to the Job Classification Plan to incorporate new job titles that were approved during the recent budget process. In addition to introducing these titles, all pay ranges will be adjusted to align with the new amounts specified in the FY26 Budget and the Step Pay Plan. This update aims to ensure that the classification system accurately reflects the City’s current staffing needs and compensation structure, fostering equitable pay and supporting recruitment and retention efforts. The proposed changes are essential for maintaining a competitive workforce and enhancing overall organizational effectiveness.

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 6.5/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.