***RESOLUTION - Adopt the Eighteenth Amendment to the FY 2026 Salary Resolution No. 2025-177, amending Exhibit 8, Unit 8, Non-Represented to increase the salary range for impacted classifications in accordance with the increase in California minimum wage, effective January 1, 2026 (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)

Summary

This resolution, the Eighteenth Amendment to the FY 2026 Salary Resolution No. 2025-177, adjusts salary ranges for several non-represented city classifications to align with the increase in California's minimum wage, effective January 1, 2026. Specifically, the salary range for Cashier Clerk, Lifeguard, Intern, Youth Jobs Corps Program Ambassador, and Youth Jobs Corps Program Participant will increase from $16.50 - $20.50 per hour to $16.90 - $20.90 per hour. The Police Cadet classification will see its range increase from $16.50 - $21.50 to $16.90 - $21.90 per hour. Additionally, the minimum salary for Services Aide and Sports Official will increase from $16.50 to $16.90 per hour, with their existing upper ranges remaining the same. This amendment is subject to the Mayor's veto.

Citizen Impact

This resolution will result in increased hourly wages for certain city positions, including lifeguards and police cadets, effective January 1, 2026, to meet the new state minimum wage requirements. This affects residents who are employed in these classifications.

Confidence

high