The Butte County Board of Supervisors convened on July 29, 2025, to discuss several significant amendments regarding salaries and benefits for appointed and elected officials. The meeting, led by Chair Kimleshiu, focused on three main agenda items concerning contract amendments and resolutions for at-will appointed officials, appointed department heads, and elected department heads.

The first item addressed was a resolution concerning at-will appointed officials. Sherry Waters, the Director of Human Resources, presented details on contract amendments and an updated salary and benefits resolution. Key changes included cost of living adjustments (COLAs) of 8% in August 2026, followed by 5% increases in July for the subsequent two years. Additionally, a new longevity pay structure was introduced, offering 2.5% increases at 10, 15, and 20 years of service, totaling 7.5%. Other benefits included the addition of a Christmas Eve holiday and equity adjustments for specific positions. The adjusted annual salaries for various officials were also outlined, with the Assistant Chief Administrative Officer set at $244,337.60 and the Chief Deputy District Attorney at $234,811.20. The board unanimously approved all three requested actions related to this item.

Next, the board reviewed a similar resolution for appointed department heads. Waters reiterated the COLAs and longevity pay structure, along with other benefits, mirroring the previous item. Adjusted salaries for department heads were presented, including the Chief Administrative Officer at $294,630 and the Chief Probation Officer at $193,963. The board again moved to approve the employment contracts and resolutions, with no objections raised.

The final item discussed was a successor salary and benefits resolution for elected department heads. This resolution included the same COLA and longevity pay adjustments as the previous items, along with equity adjustments for the Sheriff and District Attorney. The adjusted salaries for elected officials were noted, with the Sheriff Coroner set at $277,028 and the District Attorney at $268,909. The board voted to adopt the resolution and amend the salary ordinance without any dissent.

In conclusion, the meeting resulted in significant salary and benefits adjustments for various county officials, reflecting a commitment to equitable compensation and recognition of service longevity. The board's unanimous approvals indicate a collaborative effort to enhance the county's workforce structure.