Fayetteville library employees say they need to be paid more

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KWNA/KFTA) — Fayetteville Public Library employees sparked conversations about pay in the August Board Meeting.

Employees brought up concerns of not having enough hours or being paid enough to make ends meet.

Board members talked about a recent compensation policy on how to pay employees more. The agenda and minutes state that the library does not have a policy in place which could result in “inconsistencies in compensation.” The policy outlines salary ranges broken into four quartiles based on hiring date.

The compensation action plan says it would conduct a salary study every three years to ensure it aligns with market trends.

The board approved the policy.

“We need to make sure staff feel heard and that they feel appreciated and oftentimes you show that appreciation financially by being able to give them a raise,” said Executive Director of the Fayetteville Public Library David Johnson.

More information about the board meeting can be found online .

Board meetings occur every third Monday of even-numbered months at 4 p.m. at the Community Room

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