Otter backs raises for state employees
Gov. Butch Otter spoke out on the need for raises for state employees in his State of the State message. "They take great pride in being public servants and in being responsive to the needs of Idaho citizens," he said. "That’s why I’m so pleased to be able to announce today that my budget request includes funding for agency directors and administrators to retain and reward their personnel. It’s a step in the right direction toward attracting and keeping great public servants."
He didn't name a figure, but his proposed budget includes funding for average 3 percent merit-based raises for state employees.