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After sharp public criticism, council votes to deny proposed raise for mayor and council
Summary
A public hearing on an ordinance to increase the mayor's and council members' salaries drew broad public comment; councilmember Smith withdrew the item and a substitute motion to deny passed unanimously (9-0).
Council opened a public hearing on an ordinance proposing increased salaries for the mayor and city council effective July 1, 2027, and heard nine registered speakers during a lengthy public-comment period.
Opponents argued the timing was poor amid rising costs for residents. Jennifer Economy said residents are "struggling to make ends meet" and urged council to "put the city's economy and its people first." Brad Moore and others warned the increase would…
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