Chapter 2.80 COMPENSATION GRADE/STEP PLAN This chapter is included in your selections. Sections: 2.80.010 Objectives. 2.80.020 Grades. 2.80.030 Steps. 2.80.040 Assignment of positions to grades and steps. 2.80.050 Step increases. 2.80.055 Step decreases. 2.80.060 Merit increases. 2.80.070 Promotions.