City of Monticello, Iowa
RESOLUTION #2026-145
Approving the issuance of a one-time payment for an employee’s back
pay for Full-Time Certified Police Officer and approve wage
WHEREAS, a Monticello Full-Time Certified Police Officer was hired on November 10th, 2025, and
WHEREAS, Officer Johnny Norwood served as a Certified Peace Officer obtaining his ILEA certification effective April 19th, 2024. Upon Officer Norwood’s hiring in November of 2025, he had one full year of certified law enforcement experience. The Police Officer’s wage rates are based upon Years of Certified Service, and
WHEREAS, Police Chief Britt Smith requests a one-time payment for an employee’s back pay, and setting his wage at $37.14 per hour and
WHEREAS, The City Administrator recommends a one-time payment for an employee’s back pay in the amount of $949.58, and setting his hourly wage at $37.14, and
WHEREAS, The Council finds it appropriate to follow the recommendation of the City Administrator, therefore, approves one-time payment for an employee’s back pay in the amount of $949.58, and setting his hourly wage at $37.14, as previously set by City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, The Council hereby authorizes one-time payment for an employee’s back pay in the amount of $949.58, and setting his hourly wage at $37.14.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and caused the Great Seal of the City of Monticello, Iowa to be affixed hereto. Done this 5th day of October 2026.
Scott Brighton, Mayor Pro Tem
Attest:
Sally Hinrichsen, City Clerk/Treasurer