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NYC Council Proposes Controversial 16% Pay Raise Amid Charter Violation

12/17/2025

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New York City Council members propose a 16% pay raise, boosting salaries from $148,500 to $172,500 and costing about $1.6 million, a move that would violate the City Charter's ban on raises during the lame-duck period.
Citizens Union and other good-government groups argue the plan undermines public trust and violates the charter.
Councilwoman Nantasha Williams supports the bill but says an independent compensation commission should evaluate pay.

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New York City Council members propose a 16% pay raise, boosting salaries from $148,500 to $172,500 and costing about $1.6 million, a move that would violate the City Charter's ban on raises during the lame-duck period.
Citizens Union and other good-government groups argue the plan undermines public trust and violates the charter.
Councilwoman Nantasha Williams supports the bill but says an independent compensation commission should evaluate pay.