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in December 2012. He said at that time, the County entered into an agreement with CLAWS. He said CLAWS provides rehabilitation of wildlife; allows for refer of clients for advice; and provides training to Animal Services staff. He said this has worked out well, and the funding is part of the Animal Services budget. Chair Jacobs said there was also a request from the Exchange Club, which is listed as previously funded. He said Nancy Coston suggested that if any money is directed to this, it could be given to Social Services, and then Social Services could contract with the Exchange Club. He said this would allow DSS to get the program that is most advantageous. He suggested $2000 be given to get this program started. He said if you count the HYAA contract, that would make three outside agencies that are being subcontracted, and he would like to see this listed. Tonya Walton said these are usually listed. Chair Jacobs noted that HYAA is not listed, and the County is supporting HYAA through Social Services. He would like these subcontracts noted. Commissioner Rich asked why the Alliance of Aids Service did not request money this year. Tonya Walton said she did contact them, but she has not gotten any response. Commissioner Rich said she would like to increase the funding to the Jackson Center by $1500, to bring it up to a total of$6000. Commissioner McKee said Voices Together is a program in Orange County schools that focuses on children with special needs and connects with them through music. He asked for an additional $1000 for this program. Commissioner Price said she would propose an increase of$2000 for Voices Together., . Chair Jacobs said he would like to give OCIM another $1000. 4. Employee Pay & Benefits, Pq. 443 Human Resources Director Brenda Bartholomew presented the following PowerPoint presentation: Pay and Benefits for Employees and Retirees Work Session Purpose � To consider and provide direction on pay and benefits for employees and retirees for FY 2014-15 Key Pay and Benefits Plan Recommendations � A COLA of 1.5% for permanent employees effective July 1, 2014 � Maintain an Employee Performance Award of$500 or $1,000 � Funding for a health insurance increase of 14.35% � Increase the living wage from a current rate of$10.97 per hour to $11.21 hour, effective July 1, 2014 � Continue the six-month hiring delay and the voluntary furlough program � Increase the 401(k) County matching contribution to $62.50 per pay period (previously $50.00), for a maximum annual County contribution of$1,500 (previously $1,200 annually) for all non-sworn law enforcement employees and continue the $27.50 contribution � Continue the mandated Law Enforcement Officer 401(k) contribution of 5% of salary � Conduct a feasibility study of establishing a County health clinic for employees Past Actions: FY 2013-14 Pay and Benefits Plan