At least three Sacramento council members say they will not accept the salary raises given to them earlier this week, citing the city’s financial situation which could lead to layoffs and reduced funding for youth.
Councilmember Mai Vang released a statement Friday afternoon saying she would not accept the pay increase and would request the city clerk redirect the money back into her district to “better support community needs.” Councilmember Roger Dickinson and Councilmember Rick Jennings said they intend to do the same, while Councilmember Lisa Kaplan will accept the raise.
Mayor Kevin McCarty, through a spokesperson, said “no comment.” The other four council members did not immediately respond to requests for comment…