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Council and mayor salary increase
Summary
The first council raise since 2020 would bring the mayor to $2,571.40 total monthly and councilmembers to $2,304.01, matching the Coachella Valley average. It costs the general fund about $15,000 this year and $31,000+ in future years.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Over $15,000 in added general fund spending this fiscal year, over $31,000 in future years.
✅Who benefits
The five mayor and councilmembers.
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