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Clear Lake council approves pay increase for future councilmembers after split 3–2 vote
Clear Lake City Council · December 5, 2024
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Summary
The council approved Ordinance 278-2024 to raise member compensation effective upon the next vacancy/seating; the motion passed 3–2 after debate over whether the outgoing council should set pay for incoming members.
Mayor Claffey proposed an ordinance (No. 278-2024) to increase the monthly stipend for city council members above the $500 per month established in 2020, citing the time, travel and cost burdens of council service. City clerk Ms. Swanson and city attorney Pucci provided statutory context: statute allows councils to…
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