Primary Department: County Library
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Edward Melton, Executive Director
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the County Library for approval of renewal of the incentive pay policy to use identified grant funds to pay staff for special job assignments, or grant program involvement, effective upon adoption through April 2027.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Public Library is seeking approval of an updated Incentive Pay Policy to establish a consistent framework for recognizing and compensating employees who take on qualifying grant-funded programs, special assignments, certifications, or duties beyond their regular scope of work. The policy is intended to support performance and mission-critical services while establishing clear eligibility, approval, funding, and payment requirements. Incentive pay would be contingent upon available funding and approval by the Commissioners Court.
Expected Impact:
Adoption of the Incentive Pay Policy will provide a structured, funded approach to recognize employees who take on additional duties, specialized assignments, or grant-funded responsibilities beyond their regular work. By supporting retention and service continuity without automatically increasing permanent staffing or base salary costs, the policy will help sustain mission-critical programs and improve service delivery to the community.
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