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Newport council sets city attorney salary range at $135,000–$165,000 after debate
Summary
After debate about competitiveness and fiscal prudence, the council approved a $135,000 to $165,000 annual salary range for a new in‑house city attorney; staff must use the range to advertise the position and the council agreed to schedule interviews in late June.
The Newport City Council approved a salary range of $135,000 to $165,000 per year for recruitment of an in‑house city attorney, after members debated whether a higher or lower range would best attract qualified candidates while respecting the city budget.
City Manager Nina Vetter told the council that the HR director prepared the recommended range based on…
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