Holt County law enforcement wages increase

Holt County law enforcement personnel will see an increase in wages, following approval on Jan. 16 by the Holt County Board of Supervisors.

Holt County Sheriff Ben Matchett presented data about the department's merit pay schedule, comparing the wage plan set ˆin motion from 2022 through 2025.

Matchett proposed an increase to $32.99 for the chief deputy and $31.69 for the sergeant.

"That's $6 over the course of three years and then merit pay," Matchett said.

Supervisor Bill Tielke asked how guidelines were established for the evaluation.

Matchett said the department uses a specific form, couple...