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Merrill Police contract at council

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

The contract with Merrill police officers is expected to be voted upon at their council meeting tonight.

That contract would have the officers making more money, but also paying more towards their health care and retirement.

Under the contract with the Merrill Professional Police Association, officers would get a 3.5% wage increase annually. They would then contribute 4% more towards their retirement. City Finance Director Kathy Unertl said it is significant because it changes to a percentage.

In addition to the retirement increase, they will also pay a higher deductible for health insurance.

Merrill's City Council will meet tonight at 7:00.

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