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Council approves cost‑of‑living raises for three department heads amid resident pushback
Summary
Edison Council passed an ordinance granting cost‑of‑living adjustments to three non‑bargaining positions — the business administrator, director of water & sewer, and director of public works — after residents questioned why high‑paid managers receive increases while rank‑and‑file raises are covered by bargaining units.
The Edison Township Council adopted ordinance 2,230 on Aug. 28, approving cost‑of‑living salary adjustments for three administrative positions not covered by collective bargaining: the business administrator, the director of water and sewer, and the director of public works.
During public comment, resident Lois asked, “Why do we need to give a cost of living increase?” and…
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