Compensation Committee

The City of New Britain's Compensation Committee convened on June 9, 2026, to discuss salary adjustments for appointed and elected officials, focusing primarily on the registrars and the clerk of committees. The committee debated a proposed salary increase for the registrars, ultimately approving a modest $1 per hour raise to be effective after the next election, reflecting budget constraints and taxpayer considerations. The discussion then shifted to the clerk of committees position, where members considered a significant pay increase from $12,000 to $30,000 annually to reflect expanded duties and part-time hours. Despite concerns about the lack of a formal job specification and partisan implications, the committee approved the increase, emphasizing the need for adequate staffing to support council operations. Both salary recommendations will proceed to the full council and relevant administrative committees for further approval.