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City Employee Pay Rates for 2026

Fort Smith

Summary

The annual salary ordinance would give full-time city workers a 2.5% market adjustment and update police and fire pay scales starting April 12. It affects every household on the city payroll and shapes recruitment of officers and firefighters.

At a glance

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Last discussed Apr 7, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Payroll costs rise with the 2.5% adjustment, funded within the existing budget.

✅Who benefits

City employees, especially those in police, fire, and general government roles.

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