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Travis County commissioners met Aug. 30 to discuss employee compensation for fiscal year 2022-23. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Travis County adopts $20 minimum wage, 5% across-the-board salary increase

By Katy McAfee

Travis County unanimously approved the 33% minimum wage increase.

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