Nampa outlines mayor, council duties; pay raises take effect Jan. 1, 2026
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Summary
City clerk described responsibilities for the mayor and council and said compensation increases approved for both offices take effect Jan. 1, 2026: council pay will rise to $18,930 and the mayor's salary to $135,000.
Nampa city officials described the duties and time commitments for the mayor and city council and announced scheduled compensation increases beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
Shar Tippen, Nampa city clerk, said city council members serve as the legislative and policy‑making branch, with responsibilities that include adoption of the city budget, regular council meetings, executive sessions, special meetings, board and commission representation, and emergency duties. Tippen noted council terms are four years.
On compensation, Tippen said council members currently receive $10,930 and that, beginning Jan. 1, 2026, council compensation will increase to $18,930. For the mayor, Tippen said the position is full time: “you're gonna be devoting your full time and attention to the affairs of the city of Nampa because you will be our CEO,” she said, referencing Idaho Code and city code duties. She listed typical duties such as presiding over meetings, voting only to break ties, ensuring ordinances are enforced, meeting with department directors and representing the city at regional agencies.
Tippen said the mayor's compensation is currently listed at $110,005.10 and will increase to $135,000 beginning Jan. 1, 2026. She also noted access to health and life insurance for both mayor and council.
Why this matters: the descriptions clarify expectations for candidates considering running for mayor or council, including time commitments and compensation levels that will be in effect if elected.
