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Charter Amendment — Mayor and Council Salaries

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Last discussed May 26, 2026.

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OpposedPatrick ClooneyMay 26, 2026

Cited state payroll data showing the mayor and council's total pay and benefits jumped from about $128,700 to nearly $158,000 between 2023 and 2024 — far above the $37,500 stipend total city hall cites. He demanded the council explain how "other pay" and benefits were increased.

City Council - Special Meeting - May 26, 2026 · 2:43 →