A shocker: Benefits cost dollar-for-dollar
For every dollar the state of Oregon pays in wages, it pays another dollar for employee benefits
Sep 22, 2012 | 1 Comment
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Another costly aspect is those employees who have 'retired' and re-hired as independent consultants or contractors. Although their position is filled by another employee with full compensation, these 'double-dippers' are receiving the same salary for duplicating that position.
As with all government spending, there is no conscience when tax dollars are available -- and in governments's eye, that money must be spent, no matter the circumstances.