Authorization to Adjust the Hourly Pay for Draw Concert Series Temporary Staffing

The purpose of this case is to receive authorization to increase the hourly pay for a temporary seasonal employee while staffing the Draw Concert Series events.  

As the City Council is aware, previously, the Recreation Specialist provided staff coverage during the Draw Concerts.   This position is currently vacant.   However, the City currently employs a temporary seasonal worker with experience assisting at the events.   Last year, Mr. Nate Langer assisted the Recreation Specialist at the concert events.  Mr. Langer is familiar with the role and has been covering the events without other staff support.   Mr. Langer's ability to work the events saves the City from paying overtime pay to full-time regular maintenance workers.   

Staff is requesting authorization to increase Mr. Langer's hourly pay from $15.00 to $20.599 per hour for the time worked related to the 2023 Draw Concert events.  This amount is equal to 80% of a regular Public Works Maintenance Worker at step 1 of the wage scale.  While this is not a union position, the AFSCME labor agreement uses this formula for certain long-term temporary employees.  Staff recommends this wage as a fair wage for the work provided.

The funding required for this action is included in the 2023 approved budget. 

To authorize increasing Mr. Langer's hourly pay from $15.00 to $20.599 per hour for the time worked related to the 2023 Draw Concert events.  

Motion to authorize increasing Mr. Langer's hourly pay from $15.00 to $20.599 per hour for the time worked related to the 2023 Draw Concert events.