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APPROVE A RESOLUTION TO SET THE PAYMENT OF SERVICES PER MEETING FOR THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEMBERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE XXV, SECTION 2502 OF THE CITY CHARTER
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution to set the payment of services per meeting for the Civil Service Commission in accordance with Article XXV, Section 2502 of the City Charter to increase the payment of services paid to the Civil Service Commission members to one hundred and fifty dollars ($150.00) per meeting.
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Summary
Per City Charter Article XXV, Section 2502, the legislative body of the City of Stockton shall provide by ordinance or resolution for the payment of the services of the Commissioners.
DISCUSSION
Background
At the August 10, 2026, special meeting of the Civil Service Commission, Vice Chair Michele J. Sherman presented a proposal regarding payment of services for members of the City of Stockton Civil Service Commission. The Commission continued its discussion of the proposal at the August 20, 2026, meeting and carried the matter forward to its next regularly scheduled meeting on September 17, 2026. At the September 17, 2026 meeting, City staff were directed to submit the Proposed Adjustment to Civil Service Commissioner Compensation (Attachment A) to the City Council for review.
In accordance with the Stockton Municipal Code, the Civil Service System was established to create a fair and consistent process for handling personnel matters, ensuring that the most qualified individuals are selected for City Service through the Human Resources Department. The Civil Service Commission is made up of five members, all appointed by the City Council. As outlined in the Stockton Municipal Code, Title 2 Administration and Personnel, Chapter 2.36 Civil Service System, Section 2.36.030, the following functions are assigned to the Civil Service Commission:
“It shall be the duty of the Civil Service Commission:
A. Establish Rules and Regulations. To adopt, amend or repeal rules for the administration of the Civil Service System.
B. Investigations. To make investigations either upon complaint or upon its own motion concerning any matter touching the administration of the Civil Service System.
C. Advisory Functions. To act in an advisory capacity to the City Manager on problems concerning personnel administration.
D. Appeals. As provided by rule, to hear appeals submitted by any person in the competitive service, except those excluded therefrom, under Section 2.36.060. The Civil Service Commission shall prepare or cause to be prepared a written statement of facts, findings and recommendations on every appeal and shall transmit a duplicate thereof to the person involved, and to the Personnel Officer. The effect of the Commission's recommendations in case of discharge, demotion or reduction shall be final and there shall be no appeal therefrom. The findings of the Commission shall be certified in writing to the appointing authority and shall be forthwith enforced by such officer.
E. Reports to City Council. To make an annual report and such other reports as it deems desirable to the City Council, covering the administration of the Human Resources Department.”
In addition, the Civil Service Commission serves as the City's Equal Employment Commission. While the Equal Employment Commission does not have legislative authority or independent power to act, it plays a critical role in overseeing the City's efforts toward achieving equal employment. The Commission may also identify and implement proactive measures to enhance opportunities for underrepresented groups.
The Civil Service Commission regular meetings are held on the third Thursday of every month at 3:00 p.m. The Commission consists of a Chair, Vice-Chair and three Commission members.
Present Situation
Per the City Charter Article XXV, Section 2502, The Council shall by resolution adopt the payment of services to the Civil Service Commission. The proposal is to increase the payment of services per meeting for the Commission from twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to one-hundred and fifty dollars ($150.00) per meeting.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Increasing the payment of services per meeting for five (5) Commission members from twenty-five dollars ($25) to one-hundred and fifty dollars ($150), reflects a total annual increase of $5,000 for the remaining regular scheduled Civil Service Commission meetings for FY 2026-27. If approved the additional cost to the compensation will be incorporated into the FY 2027-28 Human Resources department Annual Budget.
Attachment A - Letter from Michele J. Sherman - Proposed Adjustment to Commissioner Compensation