(A) The stipend of members of Council shall be per annum, payable monthly regardless of the number of Council meetings held during each month. Council by ordinance shall establish the stipend for the Mayor, Vice Mayor, and members of Council.
(B) The stipend of members of Council, including the Mayor and Vice Mayor, shall not exceed the following amounts without the approval of the voters:
(1) Mayor - $5,500;
(2) Vice Mayor - $4,500; and
(3) Council Members - $3,500.
(C) Attendance at regularly scheduled Council meetings, unless excused in accordance with the Rules of Council, is mandatory for payment of the monthly stipend. Minutes of Council will verify attendance.
(D) Upon prior approval of Council, members shall be reimbursed for expenses incurred in accordance with the Rules of Council, while on municipal business.
(Ord. 98-O-7, passed 2-23-1998; Am. Ord. 98-O-66, passed 9-1-1998; Am. Ord. 98-O-81, passed 11-9-1998, Am. Ord. 99-O-33, passed 5-20-1999)
Cross-reference:
Stipends, expenses, see Charter § 2.08