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Oneida County, New York
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Special Patrol Officer pay increase

Summary

SPOs guard county buildings and schools but haven't had a raise since 2017, and neighboring counties now pay more. The $33.50 rate aims to stop an exodus of officers from 56 daily posts.

At a glance

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Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 4, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

About $355,806 in county budget moves from July through December, most of it reimbursed by schools and other entities.

✅Who benefits

Current and future SPOs, plus the schools and county facilities they protect.

⚠️Who could be affected

School districts and BOCES, which will see their reimbursement bills rise.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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