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City of New Madrid will change to 4-day work week

Friday, June 26, 2009 ~ Updated 11:03 AM
NEW MADRID, Mo. - Like many communities across the nation, New Madrid is looking for ways to cut costs yet continue to serve its residents. The City Council has decided on one step.

Beginning July 6, the approximately 35 city employees will embark on a four-day work week, working 10 hour days. It will be a trial continued through Daylight Saving Time, ending Oct. 31.


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So how does this save? I guess the little bit of electric usage? Wonder how much this is set to save compared to the disservice to residents.

-- Posted by interesting on Fri, Jun 26, 2009, at 11:15 AM

Wouldn't you think it would help residents? Now there are more hours they are open on those days You might be able to get by those offices to take care of your business without taking time off from your job.

-- Posted by Please_Explain on Fri, Jun 26, 2009, at 1:52 PM

that makes a little sense i guess...now which days are they going to work?mon-thur or tues-fri

-- Posted by mom4 on Fri, Jun 26, 2009, at 1:58 PM

I think its a great idea. Way to go new madrid!!

In some cities I know it wouldn't make a bit of difference. its an idea every city really shold think about . I STILL think the schools should go to a four day week!!

-- Posted by robinl58 on Fri, Jun 26, 2009, at 4:18 PM


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