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Compensation

Salaries and wages are governed by state and federal law addressing minimum wage and overtime. Explanations of compensation plans, other types of pay increases. When wages are due. Permitted withholding and deductions. Pay equity.
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Resources

2026 Local Government Salary & Benefits Survey Is Now Open for Data Input

The window to participate in the 2026 Local Government Salary & Benefits Survey is now open.

Employment-Related Important Dates and Reminders

 Information Memo

A calendar of important dates related to compensation, benefits and other Human Resources areas for city employees.

Published Dec 9, 2025.

Paychecks

 Information Memo

Understand state law requirements for payment of wages.

Published Nov 4, 2025.

Local Government Pay Equity Act

 Information Memo

Learn about Minnesota law requirements to analyze city employee pay structure for evidence of gender inequity.

Published Oct 22, 2025.

Fair Labor Standards Act: An Overview

 Information Memo

Describes the most common employee protections under this federal law requiring a minimum wage and overtime compensation.

Published Aug 22, 2025.

HR Reference Manual Chapter 4: Compensation

 HR Reference Manual

Learn effective and legal compensation practices and policies such as minimum wage and overtime laws, pay increases and payroll issues.

Published Aug 21, 2025.

Fair Labor Standards Act: Determining Exempt versus Non-Exempt Status

 Information Memo

Determine which employees are covered (non-exempt) and which employees are not (exempt) under this federal law.

Published Aug 11, 2025.

Fair Labor Standards Act for Police and Fire Employees

 Information Memo

Learn about special issues in applying the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to police and fire employees.

Published May 23, 2025.

Fair Labor Standards Act: Compensation for Lectures, Meetings and Training Programs

 Information Memo

Determine when compensation must be paid for non-exempt employees who attend lectures, meetings, and training programs.

Published May 13, 2025.

Fair Labor Standards Act: Compensation for Travel Time

 Information Memo

Learn when compensation must be paid to non-exempt employees who travel for work purposes.

Published May 5, 2025.

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