The Lyon County Commission approved a premium pay policy for exempt employees who go above and beyond during certain emergencies.

The premium pay option requires that an exempt employee, a salaried county employee who typically does not receive overtime pay, work 60 or more hours in a week. This work may include time spent in Lyon County or assisting other counties with emergency response.

The option will automatically apply when the county where the exempt employee works declares an emergency. Otherwise, the situation will be presented to the Lyon County Commission, which will make the decision on whether or not to approve the premium pay.

“We want to take care of our employees,” said Commissioner Doug Peck. “That's the thought behind this. That's the number one thought.”

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