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Council rejects proposed pay increases for mayor and council in 2-5 vote
Summary
After heated debate and multiple amendments, the council voted down Bill 15, which would have adjusted compensation for the mayor and elected officials; members cited timing, resident input, and process concerns.
Harrisburg City Council on Dec. 23 defeated Bill 15 of 2025, a proposed ordinance to adjust compensation for the mayor and elected officials, with a recorded vote of 2 in favor and 5 opposed.
Bill 15 was introduced and discussed during the meeting after members expressed procedural concerns about handling multiple bills on the floor. Councilwoman Davis proposed an amendment to set the 2026 mayors salary at $90,000 and…
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