Lewiston City Council Work Session - 8/3/2026

The Lewiston City Council held a work session on August 3, 2026, focusing primarily on the approval of a new collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lewis Clark Lodge No. 10. Key procurement-related discussions included budget impacts of specialty pays and incentive pays for police officers, overtime compensation policies, and the integration of these costs into the city’s salary budget. The council debated the fairness of overtime pay calculations, particularly whether paid leave should count towards the 40-hour workweek for overtime eligibility. The agreement was ultimately approved despite some dissent. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved Resolution 2026-34, which repealed and replaced the city’s purchasing policy to include updated insurance requirements such as cyber and professional liability insurance, aligning with state code thresholds for contract approvals. The session also included an update on the police department’s K9 unit, highlighting staffing challenges and the program’s role in narcotics detection and public safety. The meeting concluded with the addition of a fire district discussion to a future work session agenda.