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        <ExplanationTxt>Columbia Power Cooperative Association in conjunction with NRECA, receives current job position salary information each year. This information, along with performance reviews, is used for assessing annual salary increases. These assessments and recommendations are presented to the board of directors for approval.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>Information is gathered from other local electric cooperatives, such as Harney Electric and Columbia Basin Coop, on union and non-union wages paid for similar positions. As review of performance is made prior to a change in compensation.</ExplanationTxt>
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