Pay raise for state correctional officers is on way.

From: Delaware State News (Dover, DE) | Date: January 14, 2006 | Copyright information

Byline: Joe Rogalsky

Jan. 14--DOVER -- Correctional officers will soon see a larger paycheck.

A review of their pay, authorized in this year's state budget bill, yielded a 3 percent increase for the officers.

The boost, which brings officers' starting salaries to $33,291, is the latest in a series of increases that have raised salaries 18 percent over the last 18 months.

"Our correctional officers work diligently under stressful conditions to ensure our safety," Gov. Ruth Ann Minner said.

"They face a tremendous responsibility and we have worked for several ...

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