May 18, 2026 Ottawa County Officers' Compensation Commission

The Ottawa County Officers' Compensation Commission met on May 18, 2026, to discuss and set compensation adjustments for county elected officials and related positions. The commission reviewed comparative salary data from other counties and considered cost of living adjustments (COLA) for 2027 and 2028. Motions were made and voted on to increase salaries for county commissioners, the prosecutor, sheriff, treasurer, water resources commissioner, and drain commissioner, with proposed raises generally including base increases plus COLA tied to unclassified employees. The commission debated appropriate salary levels, parity among officials, and the timing of adjustments, ultimately approving incremental raises over two years with COLA. They also discussed the process for finalizing and communicating these recommendations to the county board, including preparing a resolution or letter for board consideration. No new benefits were approved, as the commission's role is limited to wage recommendations.