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Mayville council adopts resolution urging Congress to preserve Social Security benefits
Summary
Citing concerns over the program’s long-term solvency, the council approved a resolution to urge federal action to protect Social Security benefits for residents.
The Mayville Common Council unanimously approved a resolution on July 28 urging Congress to act to preserve Social Security benefits after a recent federal report warned of potential shortfalls in roughly eight years.
Why it matters: Several council members said the resolution is unusual because it addresses a federal policy matter, but they argued the issue directly affects many local residents who rely or will soon rely on Social Security.
During the mayor’s report, the mayor referenced a recent Social Security Administration report and requested the council pass a resolution supporting measures to preserve benefits. The mayor said the resolution and an accompanying letter would be forwarded to U.S. Rep. Glenn Grofman’s office.
Outcome: A motion by Alderperson Newman, seconded by Alderperson Olsen, carried and the council agreed to send the resolution and a cover letter to the congressman’s office.
Councilors said the action is intended to amplify constituent concerns and prompt timely legislative attention. No city funding was committed as part of the resolution.
