Council and mayor pay raises
Summary
Starting January 2027, the mayor's monthly pay rises from $2,923 to $4,169 and council members' from $2,319 to $2,780, plus new stipends for statewide board service and bigger expense allowances. Council members debated whether it's enough to let ordinary residents afford to serve.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Roughly $57,381 per year ongoing plus about $28,690 for the first partial six months of implementation.
Future mayors and council members — especially those without other income sources who otherwise couldn't afford to serve.
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