Summary
A working group will recommend what, if anything, the committee should do about Tompkins County's status as a living wage employer — a certification the county has held since becoming the first certified municipality in the US in 2006.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown; maintaining or expanding living wage compliance could affect county payroll costs.
County employees earning near the living wage threshold.
Small business owners operating on tight profit margins could struggle to absorb mandatory wage hikes.
Mentions & discussions (2)
New Report Says $25.08 Living Wage Required to Meet Basic Needs in Tompkins County
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Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee - Regular Meeting — March 23, 2026
A working group will recommend what, if anything, the committee should do about Tompkins County's status as a living wage employer — a certification the county has held since becoming the first certified municipality in the US in 2006.
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