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Council and mayor pay rises modestly, effective Jan. 1, 2027

Minnetrista City Council · August 7, 2026
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Summary

Ordinance No. 510 raises council member pay from $400 to $500 per month and the mayor’s pay from $500 to $600 monthly, effective Jan. 1, 2027; council approved the ordinance in a recorded vote referenced as 4‑0 in the meeting record.

Council approved ordinance No. 510 to increase city elected official compensation starting Jan. 1, 2027. The ordinance, introduced by staff, would raise council pay from $400 to $500 per month and increase the mayoral monthly stipend from $500 to $600. One council member moved the ordinance and it was seconded; the record shows the motion passed unanimously as recorded by the chair.

Council members noted the change followed comparisons with neighboring communities and a framework developed at the prior work session. The increase is intended to keep the city’s compensation competitive while remaining moderate in comparison to similar jurisdictions.

Provenance: topicintro SEG 301; topfinish SEG 327.

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