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Sammamish council approves 5.3% COLA for city manager for 2026
Summary
Council approved a 5.3% cost-of-living increase for the city manager, citing performance and staff support; council praised Scott McCall's leadership during recent emergencies and workplan successes.
The Sammamish City Council approved a 5.3% cost-of-living adjustment for the city manager for 2026 at the Dec. 2 special meeting.
Mayor introduced the motion citing the city managers leadership and staff support for his work. Multiple council members praised Scott McCall for leading the city through difficult events, including responses to a recent bomb cyclone and continuity of the work plan despite staffing challenges. Council member Pamela Stewart noted staff appreciation and the managers ability to work effectively with a varied leadership team.
The motion to provide a 5.3% COLA consistent with Resolution R2025-11-19 was moved, seconded and approved by voice vote; "Motion carries" was recorded in the meeting minutes. No detailed roll-call or individual tallies were recorded in the meeting transcript.
Next steps: staff will implement the COLA consistent with the adopted resolution and administrative payroll processes.
