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Farmingdale board adopts pay increases for mayor and trustees
Summary
The Farmingdale Board of Trustees adopted a local law raising trustee pay to $20,000 (Deputy Mayor $21,000) and the mayor's pay to $45,000 after a public hearing; the measure passed 4–1 with Deputy Mayor William Barrett opposed.
The Farmingdale Board of Trustees on June 2 adopted a local law increasing compensation for elected officials, raising trustees' annual pay to $20,000, the Deputy Mayor's to $21,000, and the mayor's to $45,000. The board opened a public hearing on the proposal, heard supportive remarks from members of the public, then closed the hearing before voting to adopt the measure (Resolution #2026-06-11).
Board members argued the change reflects the time required for trustees' responsibilities and cited the village's role in securing grants and overseeing complex water issues. The minutes note the mayor and trustees have helped secure more than $25 million in grants over the past 12 years. The adoption passed by roll call: Mayor Ralph Ekstrand — aye; Deputy Mayor William Barrett — nay; Trustee Cheryl Parisi — aye; Trustee Walter Priestley — aye; Trustee Craig Rosasco — aye. The minutes do not specify an effective date for the new pay levels.
