Council Raises

At the May 18^th committee meeting, raises for council president and at-large members were discussed. When council members last received an increase council president and at-large members did not because raises cannot be given in the middle of a term.  When compared to salaries in other West Shore communities, Bay Council makes thousands less. Law Director Gary Ebert commented as a side note our council meets more often than other councils in surrounding communities.

Ward 3 Council Karen Leiske stated she recognized it is only about a 2% increase but she was opposed to council raises in the past and continues to be.

Beginning 2016, Lakewood Council members will receive $13,000. Rocky River is at $12,000 and president of council $13,500. Westlake President of Council $21,300.

I do not always agree with council, but, I do recognize the work they do and the knowledge they possess.  The increases listed above total $4,201 over the 2 to 4 year period for 7 people.

If the proposal is accepted the following will be in effect (page 5)

http://www.cityofbayvillage.com/media/257217/2015_council_committee_and_special_5-18.pdf