TUCSON, AZ — Some employees of the city of Tucson are getting a raise next year.
The city is raising the minimum wage for its workers to $15 an hour, Mayor Regina Romero announced Friday afternoon. The change will go into effect in February.
A spokesperson from the mayor's office says the current minimum wage for city employees is the statewide minimum of $12 an hour -- rising to $12.15 on Jan. 1, per state law.
The spokesperson also said city employees currently making more than $15 an hour will also receive raises in order to adjust for "compression issues."
"As we head into the holidays, I want to thank each and every employee in our city of Tucson family," Mayor Romero said in a tweet. "I’m grateful for the sacrifices our workforce has made during these difficult times to continue delivering the services Tucsonans rely on."
As the proud daughter of a union family, I believe that one of the best investments we can make is in our workers.
— Regina Romero (@TucsonRomero) December 18, 2020
I’m grateful for the support of my colleagues in ensuring our workforce receives a livable wage. #UnionStrong
