LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Thousands of Los Angeles city employees will be getting a boost in their paychecks.
On Wednesday, the City Council gave final approval on raises totaling 22% over five years.
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Contracts have already been ratified by unions representing the workers.
Minimum wage for city workers will go up to $20 per hour starting this year, with a goal of $25 per hour by 2026.
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Also approved were improvements to parental leave, increasing paid time off to 12 weeks.