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North Port approves 5% raise for city clerk after split discussion
Summary
Following a multi-commissioner discussion of comparative salaries and budget constraints, the commission approved a 5% salary increase for City Clerk Heather Faust; Commissioner Langdon had proposed 10% while the clerk had requested no increase.
The City Commission approved a 5% salary increase for City Clerk Heather Faust after commissioners debated comparative pay, the clerk’s credentials and current budget constraints.
Commissioner Langdon opened the discussion by praising the clerk’s professional development and proposed a 10% increase to bring her pay closer to peer jurisdictions. The clerk had requested a 0% increase citing personal and budgetary reasons. Other commissioners acknowledged the clerk’s credentials and performance but expressed concerns about the city’s fiscal outlook; several said a smaller increase (typical charter-officer practice) of 5% was more appropriate.
After public comment in support of the clerk and a short exchange about comparables, the commission voted to conclude the annual evaluation and grant a 5% salary increase. Commissioners said the raise recognizes performance while balancing budgetary caution ahead of the next fiscal cycle.
