Renton City Council is among the lowest paid in the region at $21,000 per year, well below minimum wage. (City of Renton) Dismal councilmember pay is hampering local city governments across Washington State. Understandably there might be some revulsion against the suggestion to pay politicians more. The association is often with fat cat millionaires living
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Op-Ed: Want a More Representative City Council? Pay Them More
Dismal councilmember pay is hampering local city governments across Washington State. Understandably there might be some revulsion against the suggestion to pay politicians more. The association is often with fat cat millionaires living in mansions and living the high life. The lack of sympathy is understandable. These are people who wield significant power over their
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