Fire Classification Market Study and Pay Plan Implementation
Winston-Salem
Summary
The city is implementing the first phase of a classification and compensation study for the fire department, providing all certified fire personnel at least a 4.32% salary increase and adjusting pay grades.
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Last discussed Apr 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Annualized cost of $1.96 million representing a 4.4% increase to fire department staffing costs.
Certified fire department personnel receiving wage increases and standardized pay grade structures.
Taxpayers footing the bill might feel a slight pinch in their municipal budget.
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Winston-Salem (NC) Firefighters Get Pay Raises. Increases Will Cost City $2 Million per Year
Winston-Salem (NC) Firefighters Get Pay Raises. Increases Will Cost City $2 Million per Year Firefighter Nation
City Council — April 6, 2026
The city is implementing the first phase of a classification and compensation study for the fire department, providing all certified fire personnel at least a 4.32% salary increase and adjusting pay grades.
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