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Carpinteria council approves 5% raise, higher housing allowance and $5,000 bonus for city manager
City of Carpinteria City Council · October 28, 2025
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Summary
The City Council approved an amendment to City Manager Michael Ramirez—mployment agreement, increasing his base salary by 5 percent, raising the annual housing allowance and authorizing a one‑time $5,000 performance bonus.
The City Council on Oct. 27 approved a first amendment to the employment agreement of City Manager Michael Ramirez that increases base pay by 5 percent and raises his annual housing assistance, plus a one‑time performance bonus.
What the amendment does
- Base salary: increases from $225,000 to $236,250 (a 5% adjustment).
- Housing assistance: increases from…
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