Summary
Canton hired a veteran maintenance chief from Solon at a $101,000 salary with 4 weeks of vacation and 1,200 hours of transferred sick time. While supporters noted his Class 4 wastewater license and 20 years of experience are crucial for the plant's electrical and membrane upgrades, one council member objected to the massive sick leave transfer.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
$101,000 annual salary plus extensive sick leave liability transfer.
City water reclamation operations and the incoming employee.
No specific group harmed, though some council members questioned fairness relative to other municipal employees.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF) - Mar 2, 2026
Canton hired a veteran maintenance chief from Solon at a $101,000 salary with 4 weeks of vacation and 1,200 hours of transferred sick time. While supporters noted his Class 4 wastewater license and 20 years of experience are crucial for the plant's electrical and membrane upgrades, one council member objected to the massive sick leave transfer.
City Council Meeting - Jan 12, 2026
Council updated job requirements for a supervisory maintenance position at the wastewater plant, requiring a Class 3 license to improve operational readiness and succession planning.
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