Salary Commission Meeting of October 23, 2025

The City of Lake Stevens Salary Commission convened on October 23, 2025, primarily to discuss adjustments to the salaries of city council members, the council president, and the mayor. The commission reviewed comparative compensation data from neighboring cities and considered cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) alongside potential market adjustments to ensure competitive and fair remuneration. They agreed on a 10% stipend increase for the council president, resulting in a monthly salary of approximately $1,127.50, while council members would receive a COLA-based adjustment to about $1,025 monthly. For the mayor, a combined COLA and 1% market adjustment was proposed, bringing the monthly salary to roughly $10,984.56. The commission planned to present these recommendations at a public hearing scheduled for December 1, 2025, before final approval. The meeting also addressed procedural matters, including attendance and communication with absent commissioners.