Council members approve wage increase

ALPENA, Mich— Following the August primary, Rogers City council members approved a wage increase for election workers. The one time increase will go into effect on November 3,  the day of the general election.

Workers in charge of counting ballots will receive a 50 cent per hour raise. Workers who will be in contact with the public will receive a $1.00 per hour increase.

Rogers City Mayor Scott Mclennan said,  “The council approved the increase for those working the election during the pandemic.”