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Salinas council approves $15,000 midterm pay increase for city manager

Salinas City Council · December 15, 2025

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Summary

The council approved an amendment raising City Manager Rene Mendez’s annual pay from $300,000 to $315,000 effective Dec. 22; the measure passed after a closed-session review with one no vote from Councilmember Sandoval.

The Salinas City Council on Dec. 9 approved a resolution amending the city manager’s employment agreement to raise annual compensation from $300,000 to $315,000 effective Dec. 22, 2025, with a prorated payment for the remainder of the fiscal year.

City staff reported that the council met in closed session on Nov. 4, Nov. 18 and Dec. 2 to complete the city manager’s performance review; the amendment reflects that review. Public commenters offered mixed reactions—some said the manager has improved morale and organizational stability; others objected to a midterm raise without more visible community outreach. The council approved the amendment; Councilmember Sandoval recorded a no vote.