City Council Salary Increase Rejected
Summary
The council declined to raise its own pay from $1,422 a month for the term starting December 2026, voting 3-1. The mayor argued the modest cost would open the door for retirees and younger residents to serve; the majority cited optics while asking voters for a sales tax increase.
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Last discussed Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
The rejected increase would have cost about $5,000 more per year in the general fund.
Taxpayers avoid the added cost; the decision keeps salary review on the books for the next two-year cycle.
Mayor Pabon-Alvarado argued future councilmembers — especially retired renters and younger residents — lose a modest affordability cushion.
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