Ranson Council Rejects Police Retirement Program Proposal
Ranson votes against joining state retirement
The Journal | Wednesday, May 28, 2025
In a recent special meeting, Ranson council members faced a critical decision regarding a retirement program for local police officers. Despite discussions about moving to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) and potential costs, concerns over missing payroll records and financial liabilities led to a tie vote. Councilmember Amanda Stroud proposed alternative funding sources, but ultimately, council voted against the resolution due to financial hesitations expressed by other members. As this issue unfolds, the Ranson police remain in a challenging position, awaiting possible legislative action to resolve their retirement options.
