New York City lawmakers are advancing a plan to boost their own salaries by 18.2%, while building in automatic raises for years to come. The proposal would lock in annual increases of at least 2%, even without future votes or public debate.
Details of the Proposal
The bill, introduced by Council Member Nantasha Williams, would raise council salaries from $148,500 to $175,500, retroactive to January. The mayor, City Council speaker, comptroller, borough presidents, and district attorneys would also see sizable pay hikes.
The plan draws from a report by a three-member commission appointed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The panel argued that without regular adjustments, elected officials’ pay would continue to erode, noting there have been no raises since 2016.
Government watchdog groups have offered mixed reactions, backing the idea of raising salaries but warning against automatic increases that bypass periodic review.
Original reporting: KTSA News/Talk (San Antonio) — read the source article.
