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Council approves city attorney contract amendment with phased salary increases

East Palo Alto City Council · September 3, 2024
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Summary

Council authorized amendments to the city attorney’s employment agreement that include cost‑of‑living adjustments, with new compensation figures effective in 2024 and 2025 as presented by HR staff.

Human Resources presented a second amendment to the city attorney John D. Lay’s employment agreement to implement cost‑of‑living adjustments. Staff reported initial and future compensation figures — $247,179.02 effective May 26, 2024, and $254,594.39 effective July 6, 2025 — and said no other contract terms would change.

Councilmembers discussed the coordination between the city manager and city attorney roles and expressed support for the amendment. No public comment was recorded on the item, and the council moved, seconded and approved the amendment during the meeting.