Open Door: Increasing transparency of elected officials pay raises will add to public accountability
The Utah Transparency Project will offer real-time assessments of legislation that could either increase or decrease public access to government records and meetings.
Utah Transparency Project "Open Door" symbol indicates legislation that improves public access to government.
| Jan. 18, 2024, 5:48 p.m.
| Updated: 5:51 p.m.
Senate Bill 91 — Municipal Officers Compensation Amendments (Sen. Chris Wilson, R-Logan). Under the provisions of this bill, a city council would be required to hold a separate public hearing and vote on any proposal to change the compensation of the council members, mayor or senior city staff — like the city administrator, city attorney or city recorder. It is a minor change that, according to the fiscal note, would not cost municipalities any more money, but would provide an added layer or transparency and accountability to constituents.
As a result, it receives The Utah Transparency Project “Open Door” rating.
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